As Cornell inches towards the final day of classes, we at The Sun are closing out our print edition and regular publishing schedule for the fall semester.
And in this season of gratitude, it would only be appropriate to extend our deepest appreciation to the students, faculty and community members who have kept our newspaper printing — who make The Sun shine as a vessel of curiosity and accountability for Cornellians.
To our readers: Thank you for every article read, paper picked up, interview taken, pitch emailed and guest column submitted. Your engagement with The Sun every day builds a more connected and informed campus, and your readership makes our work possible.
To our advertisers and donors: Thank you for your financial support of The Sun. Your crucial contributions support the physical and technological infrastructure that keeps The Sun a watchdog of the University.
To our alumni: Thank you for laying the foundation for a fiercely independent and uniquely innovative paper. You inspire reporters to join, to stay and to excel. Our 143-year-old legacy stands on the shoulders of all who have come before us.
And to our staff: From our newest compet to our most veteran reporter to our most senior editor, you do crucial work holding the University accountable, fostering dialogue on campus and entertaining your peers.
Every day, student reporters listen in on meetings, observe protests and interview stakeholders to be the eyes and ears of campus. This semester, we have covered Cornell Career Services’ promotion of multiple positions at the Department of Homeland Security, the University’s $60 million settlement with the federal government and Prof. Cheyfitz's civil rights case that ended in his retirement. We have fostered conversation on artificial intelligence, mental health, sustainability and immigration.
The Sun will publish at a reduced capacity from the first day of study period to the inception of the spring semester, while still bringing breaking news and special content.
Until The Sun rises again, I leave you with gratitude. We will be right back with you in the spring.
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.
