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(05/06/26 12:00pm)
On May 1, the midwest emo band American Football released their fourth album, American Football (LP4). Given that this is their first album in seven years, I and many fans highly anticipated the release of LP4 and American Football’s subsequent tour. The album represents a shift towards the post-rock genre and darker lyrical themes, including grief, the anxieties of middle age and divorce. LP4 features some impressive collaborations on “Wake Her Up” with fourth-wave shoegaze darling Wisp and “No Feeling” with Brendan Yates, frontman of the hardcore punk band and recent Grammy winner Turnstile.
(05/06/26 12:20pm)
Star Wars turns 50 next year. The timeless flagship of one of the most successful media franchises of all time, George Lucas’s 1977 masterpiece A New Hope has inspired hundreds of books, films, shows and video games that prosper a half-century later. All of these stories build on that first hero’s journey: Luke Skywalker and his triumph over the Galactic Empire. Lightsabers and the Force; Jedi and Sith; X-Wings and TIE fighters. These are the underpinnings of the Star Wars iconography that has endured since the franchise’s debut, capturing the imagination of millions for nearly a half-century. These images are not, however, what constitutes the true cultural significance or essence of Star Wars.
(05/06/26 2:00pm)
Fenya Bartram '25 is a Cornell alum with a degree in Environmental Engineering and a climate activist with Cornell on Fire.
(05/05/26 9:54pm)
The low buzz of murmurs ripples through Bailey Hall as the lights begin to fade. Backstage, it’s a blur of quick footsteps and last-minute stretches as dancers rush into position. The music hums to life, soft echoes bouncing off the walls as the curtains break apart. The sound of movement continues until suddenly, the spotlight is on center stage. Music erupts from the speakers, and dancers flood the stage, their rhythmic steps sealing each movement and claiming the night as their own.
(05/06/26 1:00pm)
Cecily Cox is an MBA candidate at Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management, where she serves as Student Council Co-President, a Sustainable Business Fellow and Student Advocacy Chair for the Graduate and Professional Student Assembly.
(05/05/26 6:18pm)
On Thursday night, President Michael Kotlikoff bumped a student with his car after leaving the Cornell Political Union debate on the Israel-Palestine conflict. By Friday morning, before the University had contacted the students involved, at least 16,000 members of the Cornell community received Kotlikoff’s account of what happened to their inbox. The account did not match what the footage would later show.
(05/05/26 7:00pm)
In most states, a box of tampons is taxed. A box of Viagra, in many of those same states, is not. New York repealed its tampon tax in 2016, lifting a 4% state sales tax that had quietly added up over a lifetime of purchases, but more than 18 states still classify menstrual products as non-essential — the same category as decorative candles. The tax itself is small, but what it tells you is not.
(05/05/26 5:14pm)
I was surprised to read about the recent incident in the parking lot outside Day Hall involving President Kotlikoff.
(05/05/26 4:42pm)
If you haven’t already viewed the final exam schedule to see where you’re taking your finals, I suggest doing so soon — save yourself the surprise of finding out two days before your exam that you have to trek all the way past the Dairy Bar. After all, the experience of taking a final varies drastically from student to student, and location plays a big role in that difference. Most students would probably say that the ideal test-taking experience is comfortable and spacious, with plenty of room to write. Unfortunately, not every building on campus offers that.
(05/05/26 2:20pm)
By the time that the TCAT 30 bus from North Campus reached Collegetown, it was already packed. Precariously balancing a bouquet in my lap, I watched as more students squeezed in, standing shoulder to shoulder as we made our way into the Commons. The crowd wasn’t for a Lot 10 Drag Show, but instead for something less widely recognized: the Multicultural Greek & Fraternal Council’s annual Greek Freak Showcase at the Ithaca State Theatre.
(05/05/26 12:30pm)
I have never been a ballet aficionado, and my time in the theater has historically been limited to an annual family outing before Christmas to watch The Nutcracker in New York City. While early childhood experiences fostered a fondness for ballet, I regarded the artform as distant and formal — something that I respected but did not necessarily understand. It was for these reasons that I never considered the possibility that I could simply walk to Willard Straight Hall and watch the Cornell Ballet Club perform; and, when I heard about the chance to watch CBC’s production of Giselle, I had no idea what to expect.
(05/05/26 12:00pm)
If you only had an hour to live, how would you remember your life? That is the fundamental question that I AM GOING TO DIE (And All They Gave Me Were These Lousy Cupcakes) attempts to answer. Presented by LibLab Productions as a part of the Old Greeny Fringe Festival, a week-long fringe festival that celebrates the legend of the Old Greeny cryptid of Cayuga Lake, I AM GOING TO DIE (And All They Gave Me Were These Lousy Cupcakes) is a one-act improvisational play that relies on an interactive audience. The play, written by Lochlan MacLean and February Schneck, was conceived after MacLean was diagnosed with terminal cancer, which led them to reevaluate their conceptions of life and death. The original idea for the play centered on a character who changed with each performance, and after MacLean’s passing, Schneck carried it to its current form. The early conceptions of the play shine through: The plot is entirely dependent on audience choice, while the underlying theme of how we consider life in the face of death is the driving force of the show.
(05/06/26 12:00pm)
As the semester draws to close, Cornelians wearily flock to their favorite study spots to complete their last assignments and prepare for final exams.
(05/04/26 5:13pm)
The Student Assembly submitted 33 resolutions to the Office of the President during the 2025-2026 term. Of these, 15% have been rejected by President Michael Kotlikoff — a marked increase from previous years.
(05/04/26 4:31pm)
You’re studying in Olin Library when a Gmail notification banner pops up: “ONE WEEK AWAY: Cornell Career Fair Days All Industries Fair.” Or maybe it’s a hiring representative from your dream company, notifying you of an interview request. Regardless, you know you have to dress the part — after all showing up in gray sweatpants and a hoodie is unlikely to make the best impression.
(05/04/26 4:30pm)
Has it ever felt like no matter how well you slept the night before, how much coffee you drink or how much water you consume throughout the day, your concentration still fades after just 20 minutes of work? You are not alone. In addition to sleep and hydration, where you choose to study really matters. By this, I do not mean that you should be in your room, a private library carrel or a cafe. Of course those places can help, but fulfilling those conditions does not guarantee sustained focus.
(05/04/26 3:45pm)
There’s nothing worse than the last slog of finals. You’re stressed, you have an insane amount of work and you somehow have to score a 98% in order to finish with a B+. Our campus practically becomes a pressure cooker. Safe to say, we need ways to relax. Now, I’m not opposed to doomscrolling; however, when I end up on TikTok for a ‘quick break,’ hours fly by, and I end up procrastinating. The nice thing about movies is their set runtime, providing a real boundary for a study break.
(05/04/26 3:00pm)
Finals are never a happy time for students at Cornell University. Between cramming for impossible tests and rushing to finish end-of-year projects, we often forget that our studies have brought us much better things than pain. Especially in those courses where final papers are expected instead of multiple choice exams, we can be exposed to new ideas and wonderful language through books. These books, though required for class, can become all-time favorites. In order to shed some light during these dark times of endless studying, here are some of the best books your fellow Cornellians have found on their syllabi.
(05/04/26 4:45pm)
The Ithaca Commons is home to many different businesses that showcase the identity of the Tompkins County community. Local stores, restaurants, cafes, bars and shops populate the colorful streets of the Commons and emphasize the town's culture. While I walk past these establishments, there are only so many that I can say I have truly experienced. One Ithaca Commons establishment I have always been intrigued by is the Yellow Deli.
(05/05/26 12:00pm)
A few weeks ago, I was scrolling on Instagram when an earthy green post caught my eye. In bold cursive was the word “Campogatto,” over a picture of a matcha latte topped with what looked like pink cold foam. Immediately, I was intrigued: What exactly was a Campogatto? A look at the caption revealed that the topping was strawberry ice cream, a twist on the classic Affogato dessert (vanilla ice cream or gelato with a shot of espresso).
