Cornell ‘Swifties’ bond over musical superstar
The Cornell Swift Club will ring in a new Taylor Swift era with a late-night album release party for “The Life of a Showgirl.”
Cornell ‘Swifties’ bond over musical superstar
NIH grant to fund autism research center
AR² is one of 13 projects funded by the $50 million ADSI research effort to assess the roles of genetics, environmental interactions and other factors in autism.
William F. Buckley’s secrets revealed in Oct. 9 talk
Journalist Sam Tanenhaus will share insights gained from 20 years of investigation in “The Man Who Built a Movement: How William F. Buckley Invented Modern Conservatism,” a conversation with A&S Dean Peter John Loewen, on Oct. 9.
Research at risk: Cultural fluency and critical language expertise
The federal government ended a program that has funded Cornell's Southeast Asia Program and South Asia Program for decades.
'I love print, but I love journalism even more': Meet Andrew Morse '96
A conversation with the Atlanta Journal-Constitution publisher, former Daily Sun editor, and past Distinguish Visiting Journalist in A&S, whose newspaper will soon be digital-only.
Inaugural “Freedom Party” in downtown Ithaca centers on community connection
A Sept. 27 event taking inspiration from the foundations of the Harlem Renaissance will highlight collaboration, resource sharing and storytelling.
How rural vs urban polarization can be repaired
The study by Cornell government scholars Suzanne Mettler and Trevor Brown spans five decades and includes every U.S. county.
Cornell expert: Indonesia’s Prabowo ignoring ‘needs of the people’ in cabinet shake-up
Professor Tom Pepinsky comments on the news that Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto has reshuffled his cabinet, removing top economic and security officials.
DOD rebrand ‘risks being performative’ without subsequent structural changes
“The proposal to rename the Department of Defense back to the Department of War carries symbolic weight but raises questions about substance," says Sarah Kreps, government scholar and former active-duty officer in the U.S. Air Force.
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xAI lawsuit: Popularity alone doesn't constitute illegal exclusion
Government scholar Sarah Kreps comments on xAI's suit of Apple and OpenAI in U.S. federal court.
2025 Nexus Scholars talk about academic growth, transformation
Ten students who participated in this summer's Nexus Scholars Program share their stories..
Your August 2025 Reads
This month’s featured titles include the latest from a top mystery writer, a Marvel omnibus, and a look at challenges to democracy – many by A&S faculty and alumni.
Tune in: Alumni-hosted podcasts offer something for everyone
Your fellow Cornellians can keep you entertained and informed—with shows on topics from science to sports and beyond.
Engaged Opportunity Grants connect students with hands-on community projects
The David M. Einhorn Center for Community Engagement awarded nine grants to a diverse array of projects that connect classroom learning with hands-on collaboration.
Cornell scholars address global democratic erosion in book
Cornell government scholars have been tracking democracy's erosion in various regions – including the United States.
Optimism about AI lowest in US, says A&S dean
Peter John Loewen shared takeaways from his decade-long AI research during a recent lecture.
Student table tennis champ heads to World University Games
Statistics and economics major Gina Fu ’28 will represent Team Canada in international table tennis competition.
How practicing yoga has helped me regain my flow
A&S government alum Kevin Gibson '10 writes in a Chime In column that he was burned out from a career in law when trips to India and Sweden put him on the path to healing.
From halting cancer to protecting soldiers, Big Red research is at risk
A look at some projects imperiled by federal funding cuts — and how you can support your alma mater through "Cornell Matters."
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A&S honors 13 faculty with endowed professorships
The professorships are made possible because of gifts from alumni, parents and friends.
Iranian nuclear project may be more dangerous now than ever
Professor of government Uriel Abulof: “In the aftermath of recent regional escalations, there’s a growing risk of repeating a familiar—and dangerous—pattern: ceasefire, self-congratulation, and strategic blindness
Your June 2025 reads
This month’s featured titles include the latest from A&S faculty Ishion Hutchinson and Charlie Green, plus A&A alumni Chris Pavone '89 and Sarah Spain '02.
Reunion 2025: The view from five years out
Members of the Class of 2020 remember their journeys at Cornell.
Professors address climate change from multiple disciplines
The panel, during Reunion 2025, was called "Beyond the Apocalypse: New Narratives and Innovations for Climate Action."
US Rep. Beth Van Duyne ’95, Brooks School dean to discuss policy at Reunion
The discussion will explore the intersection of public policy, politics and civic engagement.
Two A&S professors awarded the Berlin Prize
The highly competitive Berlin Prize is awarded annually to U.S.-based scholars, writers, composers and artists who represent the highest standards of excellence in their fields.
Outstanding faculty win 2025 teaching and advising awards
Among those being recognized for exceptional teaching and mentorship this year are faculty members Begüm Adalet, Claudia Verhoeven, and Marcelo Aguiar.
Research at risk: Protecting national defense from cyberattacks
A Cornell-led assessment of vulnerabilities in the semiconductor supply chain and how to mitigate them is on hold after receiving a stop-work order.
'I've learned to be humble, open-minded and not complacent as a lifelong learner'
Feifei Hung is majoring in China & Asia Pacific studies and government.
'Professors encouraged me to explore new academic interests'
Kaila Hall is majoring in government & French.
'Courses outside of my major were among the most fascinating and valuable I took'
Sam Bueker is majoring in government & Near Eastern studies.
'I used machine learning to analyze factors that impact voter turnout'
Fatima Al-Sammak is majoring in government & operations research and engineering.
'Remember that everyone around you is trying to figure things out, just like you are.'
Jimmy Cawley is a government major.
'I discovered the importance of asking questions'
Rafaela Uzan is majoring in German studies and government.
'It's essential to view history considering multiple perspectives'
Isabella Riano is an American studies & government major.
'I've been inspired to enter a public defense career to represent tenants'
Ameya Kamani is a government major.
Cornell Center for Social Sciences awards grants, invites new proposals
The Cornell Center for Social Sciences has awarded spring Seed Grants and the inaugural Grant Preparation Funds to support impactful social science research. Faculty can now apply for up to $115,000 in funding, with the next deadline approaching on June 1.
Those most willing to address health disparities tend to be overlooked
Cornell researchers found that by prioritizing the perspectives of white Americans instead of those from underrepresented groups, studies of pandemic disparities likely missed important insights from those most affected by COVID-19.
$36B drone plan echoes Ukraine, may not map onto U.S. Army
The idea of supplementing or replacing heavy equipment with unmanned systems isn’t new, says Sarah Kreps, professor of government and law, and founding director of the Tech Policy Institute.
Conference on African political economy honors van de Walle
“Politics, Markets, and Governance in Africa: A conference in honor of Nicolas van de Walle,” set for May 8-9, will focus on the core themes of African political economy, regimes, and modes of electoral and social participation and contestation.
Even if a ‘peace’ deal is reached, Russia won’t give up on Ukraine
Cornell experts Bryn Rosenfeld and David Silbey comment on a 72-hour ceasefire in Ukraine starting May 8, declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin to mark the anniversary of Nazi Germany’s defeat in World War II.
Alumna earned congressional arguing chops on campus
Rep. Beth Van Duyne ’95, who represents Texas’ 24th Congressional District, recently won re-election to her third term.
Our foreign students are terrified, and they’re right to be
In a New York Times op-ed, Rachel Beatty Riedl, professor of government (A&S) and at the Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy writes that international students have felt increasingly unwelcome in this country.
In ‘Silence’ spring conference, Fellows ‘attend to what is not there’
On April 25, seven Society for the Humanities’ Fellows will present their projects in progress during the annual Spring Fellows’ conference, highlighting the various ways that the theme of silence has been explored –
Cornellian selected for Gaither Fellows Program
A&S senior Rafaela Uzan is one of just 16 selected for the James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
Study of democracy’s decline offers roadmap for fighting back
The study of pathways to democratic backsliding provides clear examples of the risks currently posed to the U.S. system of government.
National security journalist to discuss ‘New Cold Wars’
A public conversation with journalist David Sanger about his recent book, “New Cold Wars: China's Rise, Russia's Invasion, and America's Struggle to Defend the West,” will highlight his April 21-22 visit.
Booker’s speech: A retreat from the ‘acquiescent liberal elite’ and an embrace of ‘good trouble’
Prof. Alexander Livingston comments on Senator Corey Booker's historic 25-hour speech.