In 1980, Kurt Vonnegut ’44 said: “We on The Sun were already in the midst of real life.”
145 years later, Vonnegut’s words could not ring truer.
Pressing administrators, tracking budgets and investigating both silences and statements, The Sun reports what truly happened, not just what was in the press release.
We cover the campus that Cornell wants to show and the parts that it does not, connecting the campus community into one. Our reporters profile young scientists, artists and athletes. The Sun’s opinion page captures campus dialogue and our lifestyle pages share advice that actually matters.
Our videographers bring Cornell to life, from the cheers of a hockey game to the chants of a rally and the quiet moments in between. And our photographers document the faces behind the headlines, from TCAT drivers to club leaders. The weekly weather forecasts and game recaps keep readers informed. The comics and crosswords keep them entertained. But most importantly, every word, graphic and crossword grid is produced by and for the Cornell community.
The Sun provides 24/7 breaking news coverage, uploaded on our website and posted on our Instagram, Facebook and X pages. And every Wednesday, our 16-page print issue hits over 80 on and off-campus locations, free of charge and institutional oversight.
For 145 years, The Sun has been Cornell’s independent, student-run historical record. For 145 years, Sun reporters have been the first to the scene and the last to leave.
But journalism, especially the fearless kind our newsroom carries out every day, is not free. We rely on your support to buy technical gear, to keep the lights on and to protect the one thing we won’t compromise on: our independence and your trust in it.
On The Sun’s 145th birthday, give a gift that never stops printing. Make a tax-deductible donation. Buy some exclusive anniversary merch. Advertise your club, business, event or idea in The Sun.
With your present, The Sun can shine for generations to come.
— Julia Senzon
Julia Senzon is a member of the Class of 2026 in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. She is the editor-in-chief of the 143rd Editorial Board and was the managing editor of the 142nd Editorial Board. She can be reached at jsenzon@cornellsun.com or 908-672-3047.
