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U.S. News Ranks Cornell 13th Best University in the World

By Everett Chambala · Friday, June 19, 2026

US News & World Report ranked Cornell University 13th best university in the world, according to its annual Best Global Universities Rankings, released on Tuesday.

Cornell Cancels Severe Weather Threat After Tornado Watch, Severe Thunderstorm Warning

By Varsha Bhargava · Thursday, June 18, 2026

Pride in the Park 2026 Fills Downtown Ithaca With Color

By Everett Chambala and Varsha Bhargava · Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Alumnus Injured in Car Incident Banned From Campus, Alleges CUPD Officer Entered Residence Without Permission or Warrant

By Zeinab Faraj · Monday, June 15, 2026

Student Writes ‘Not Interested in Working for a Jew’ on Handshake, Cornell Reports Bias Incident

By Everett Chambala · Saturday, June 13, 2026

The University reported Austin Franco ’28 to the Office of Civil Rights for a bias incident in which he responded to a job offer with “Not interested in working for a jew. Thanks.” on Handshake, according to a June 8 X post.

What to Expect for Ithaca Pride Festival 2026

By Everett Chambala · Wednesday, June 10, 2026

This weekend, Ithaca will celebrate Pride Month with a bustling three days of festivities at the 2026 Ithaca Pride Festival Weekend hosted by the Ithaca Pride Alliance.

Kotlikoff Addresses Campus Politics At 2026 State of the University Address

By Everett Chambala · Wednesday, June 10, 2026

President Michael Kotlikoff delivered the annual State of the University address, covering topics including controversial speakers, freedom of speech and Cornell’s relationship with the federal government, in Bailey Hall during Cornell’s alumni reunion weekend on Saturday.

Navy Pilot Rebecca Bennett ’09 Will Face Rep. Thomas Kean Jr. After Winning New Jersey Primary

By Atticus Johnson · Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Navy veteran and healthcare professional Rebecca Bennett ’09 will face incumbent Rep. Thomas Kean Jr. for New Jersey’s seventh congressional district after securing the Democratic nomination on June 2.

College of Veterinary Medicine Names Jessica McArt as New Dean

By Everett Chambala · Friday, June 5, 2026

Prof. Jessica McArt, DVM ’07, Ph.D. ’13 has been named the next Austin O. Hooey Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Community Takes Center Stage at the 49th Annual Ithaca Fest

By Everett Chambala · Thursday, June 4, 2026

Ithaca celebrated its 49th annual Ithaca Festival over the weekend, bringing food, musical performances and over 150 crafts vendors to downtown Ithaca and the Ithaca Commons.

Flock Off! Ithaca Demonstrators Cover Five Flock Cameras Downtown

By Everett Chambala · Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Flock Off! Ithaca demonstrators covered up five Flock security cameras on Saturday, following a lack of action since the Ithaca Common Council voted to end their contract with the company on March 4.

Cornell, Graduate Hotel Exchange Lawsuits After Roosevelt Island Hotel Closure

By Christine Savino · Friday, May 29, 2026

Following the closure of the only hotel on Cornell Tech’s Roosevelt Island campus, the University filed an April 29 lawsuit to take immediate control of the property.

Ithaca High School Student Fatally Stabbed in Cayuga Heights

High School Girl Fatally Stabbed on Saturday in Cayuga Heights, Lone Suspect in Custody

By Everett Chambala · Monday, May 25, 2026

A 19-year-old girl was fatally stabbed in Cayuga Heights on Saturday during graduation ceremonies at Cornell.

Graduates Brave Rain and Wind at 2026 Commencement Ceremony

By Everett Chambala · Sunday, May 24, 2026

Braving rainy weather and cold temperatures, students gathered on Saturday to receive conferments of their degrees at Schoellkopf Field.

Raising Awareness Through Rhythm: Meet Anjali at Cornell

By Teju Vijay · Saturday, May 23, 2026

From earning top placements at national dance competitions to earning recognition from global icons like KATSEYE’s Lara Raj, Anjali at Cornell — Cornell’s premier competitive South Asian classical dance team — has had a milestone season.

Kotlikoff Claims He ‘Did Not Believe’ Student Was Behind Car Following Conclusion of Trustees Investigation

By Zeinab Faraj · Saturday, May 16, 2026

President Michael Kotlikoff released an email statement on Friday about the April 30 car incident, writing that he was unaware that his car made contact with anyone until after video footage was circulated.

Board of Trustees Concludes Investigation Into Kotlikoff Car Incident, Finds Students Violated University Policy

By Zeinab Faraj · Saturday, May 16, 2026

The Board of Trustees concluded their investigation into the car incident with President Michael Kotlikoff, clearing him of wrongdoing and finding that the group that surrounded his car violated University policy.

Alumnus Present at Kotlikoff Car Incident Issued Persona Non Grata, 3-Year Ban From Campus

By Coral Platt · Friday, May 15, 2026

Milton Taam ’73 received a persona non grata from the Cornell University Police Department on May 4, banning him from campus for three years, after being present at the car incident with President Michael Kotlikoff.

Kotlikoff Faces Calls to Resign Following Car Incident

By Everett Chambala and Atticus Johnson · Monday, May 11, 2026

President Michael Kotlikoff is facing pressure to resign from graduate student groups following an incident where he drove into a Cornell student. Other organizations, including the Student Assembly and SDC, have criticized Kotlikoff’s response and called for greater transparency from University administration.

Cornell Athletics Launches NIL Marketplace for Student-Athletes

By Sophia Koman · Saturday, May 9, 2026

Cornell Athletics launched its first NIL marketplace for student-athletes to connect with partners and brand deals.