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Provost's Office Reorganizes in Wake of Departures
July 18th, 2008As 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, 2008Walk 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, 2008The 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, 2008From 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
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Continental Airlines Begins Flight Service to Ithaca
July 9th, 2008Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport made a surprising announcement last week that it would expand service with the addition of Continental Airlines flights. This comes in the midst of service cutbacks across the country as airlines struggle to deal with skyrocketing fuel costs. Read More
Alumni Board Deactivates Current Members of Psi Upsilon Fraternity
July 6th, 2008In an attempt to protect the prosperity of the fraternity and the safety of its members, the alumni board of Psi Upsilon decided to shut down the fraternity until the board deems it fit. Though the members of the campus fraternity have been deactivated, the chapter maintains its official recognition in the eyes of the University. Read More
Interim Provost David Harris Speaks About Replacing Martin
June 26th, 2008As Provost Biddy Martin leaves Cornell to assume the chancellorship position at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Cornell has begun to search for her replacement. In the meantime, President David Skorton has appointed David Harris, deputy provost and vice-provost for social sciences, as interim provost until a replacement for Martin is found. The Sun spoke to Harris about his appointment, his plan not to introduce new initiatives and what it will take to fill Martin’s shoes. Read More
Alumnus Appeals Judge's Decision in Lawsuit Against Cornell
June 26th, 2008Kevin Vanginderen ’83, the Cornell alumnus whose $1 million lawsuit against the University for libel was dismissed earlier this month, is seeking to appeal that decision, according to court documents. Vanginderen, a practicing California lawyer who is representing himself in court, filed a notice of appeal of Southern California District Court Judge Barry Ted Moskowitz’s June 3 ruling in favor of the University. Read More