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Provost's Office Reorganizes in Wake of Departures

July 18th, 2008
By Jimmy Crowell
As the Cornell community says goodbye to Biddy Martin, the longest serving provost in the University’s history, the Office of the Provost welcomes an addition and a few vacancies. As the search for the next provost is being conducted, David Harris, deputy provost and vice-provost for social sciences, will act as interim provost. No one has else been named to serve as deputy provost or vice provost for social sciences in the interim period, and Harris will continue to carry out his duties. In addition, an opening remains for the position of vice provost for diversity and chief diversity officer. Read More

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Ithaca is Gorges

July 13th, 2008
By Donial Dastgir
Walk around Cornell’s campus and you’re bound to see a slogan — be it on shirts, on light poles or on cars — which proclaims “Ithaca is Gorges.” The gorges in Ithaca are a large part of life at Cornell — whether it be trudging over the suspension bridge to get to class or diving into the gorge to swim. Read More

Orientation ’08 Eases Transition to Cornell

July 13th, 2008
By Seth Shapiro
The OSC, a student-run organization and club, is an offshoot of the Office of the Dean of Students. Their mission statement is “To foster an environment in which volunteers work with Cornell resources to successfully plan and execute an enjoyable and extraordinary orientation that builds student leaders, encourages teamwork, gives back to the Cornell community and cultivates relationships while welcoming new students and families, introducing them to the Cornell tradition, and encouraging students to increase their independence through the creation of new friendships and exploration of their new home.” Read More

The Cornell Daily Sun's City Guide

July 13th, 2008
By Ben Eisen
From the outside, it’s hard to understand the allure of the city Cornell calls home. But Ithaca, with all its quirks and eccentricities, has tons of opportunities for exploring, playing and having fun. So, here’s a guide of the best Ithaca has to offer. Read More