Cornell Rewind: Commencements back in the day

As Cornell celebrates its sesquicentennial year, some Commencement customs have not changed while other traditions adapt to the age.

Charter Day: 'The perfect capstone to an historic year'

Thousands gathered in Barton Hall Monday to mark Cornell University's 150th birthday and its impact on higher education, New York state and around the world.

Charter Day ceremony: 'Exciting and nostalgic'

“I’m absolutely overwhelmed with pride,” said Joey Khoury ’18, one of many students who attended the April 27 Charter Day ceremony in Barton Hall marking Cornell's 150th birthday.

Behavioral economists discuss their emerging field

Behavioral economics takes into account such things as how questions are framed, according to panelists at as well as the initial allocation of resources according to panelists speaking April 26.

Moviemakers say it is still all about the story

Three alumni filmmakers discussed the pros and cons of the latest moviemaking technologies during a Charter Day Weekend event April 25.

Better batteries to break dependence on fossil fuels

In the Charter Day Weekend lecture, “Cornell and the Energy Landscape in the Age of Sustainability” April 26, professor Hector D. Abruna discussed his work to build sustainable batteries.

Securing American dream takes work on many fronts

Social scientists examined solutions to inequality at the Charter Day Weekend panel "The American Dream: Opportunities and Challenges" April 25.

Present, past leaders look to higher education's future

Past and present Cornell presidents took the Bailey Hall stage during Charter Day Weekend to offer insights on some of the most pressing issues in the future of higher education.

Panelists offer pros and cons of 'genomic revolution'

A panel of experts explored “The Genomic Revolution: How DNA Information Is Changing Our Lives” in a Charter Day Weekend panel April 26, including genetic screening for diseases.