"I first want to offer my thanks to Susan Riley for her leadership, and to the entire community relations team for its hard work and dedication during this period of transition," said Joel M. Malina, vice president for university relations. "We're excited to welcome Jennifer to University Relations. The depth and breadth of her experience in Tompkins County and beyond, and her unique understanding of the potential for collaboration between Cornell and the surrounding community, make her the ideal person to fill this critical role."
Tavares, a certified economic developer, has been president of the Tompkins County Chamber since 2014. She also serves as a visiting lecturer in the Master of Public Administration program in the Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy. She has more than two decades of experience in nonprofit organization management; economic and community development; and government and public relations, among other skills.
"I'm excited for the opportunity, and honored to have been selected for this role," Tavares said. "I've had the pleasure of working with the Community Relations team frequently during my 10 years at the Chamber. I understand the importance of the work, value the team's approach to community relations, and look forward to continuing to develop and enhance Cornell's critical relationships with local community stakeholders."
Tavares sees "a lot of synergies and opportunities" between Cornell and the community. "I believe there is significant potential that that can be realized through closer collaboration and partnership efforts that benefit both the university and the local residents."
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