Academic

Researcher welcomes chaos ­ and its real-world applications
Economist leads effort to relieve poverty in sub-Saharan Africa
Hyundai Motor Co. sends 'superstar' execs to the Johnson School
Psychologist argues for new theory of how sexual orientation develops
Books present the latest theories in two areas of psychopathology

Administration

Governor signs room-tax bill
While you were away for the summer, Bear Access was updated

Cornell People

CU's Silcox is named microscopist of the year
Mary Fessenden is named new director of Cornell Cinema

Outreach

Cornell's contribution is exhibited throughout the New York State Fair
CU co-sponsors symposium on breast cancer risks Sept. 9 in NYC

Student Activities

Students get soaring start from President Rawlings
Freshmen are oriented toward public service
Ken Blanchard offers students tips for success
Photo ­ They're making waves
Photos ­ Welcome to Cornell

Upcoming Events

Applied and Engineering Physics celebration will feature NSF director
Cornell Plantations offers its fall lecture series ­ and it's for credit, too
Alumni step out in the Cornell Dance Festival, Aug. 30 to Sept. 1
Workshop to examine changes in militarization following the Cold War

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