Student Assembly Establishes Committee to Provide Recommendations on Technology, AI Policies

Cornell 2025 Annual Security Report: Crimes Related to Sexual Assault Decline Slightly, Accounting for Reported Cases Only

The 2025 Annual Security Report released on Sept. 4 revealing declines in sexual and VAWA offenses. However, these statistics account only for cases formally reported to CUPD and campus authorities

Cornell, Harvard Reportedly Stall in Trump Administration Negotiations to Restore Federal Funding

Over a month since Cornell and the Trump administration were reported to be nearing a $100 million settlement deal, President Donald Trump’s ongoing settlement talks with Cornell, Harvard and Northwestern have now stalled.

Big Red Beds: A Student-Created Startup Dreaming up a Business Legacy

Founded by two Cornell students, Big Red Beds provides students with Full XL bed upgrades for their dorm rooms.

DHS Seeks to End ‘Duration of Status,’ Raising Uncertainty for International Students

The Department of Homeland Security proposed a rule to limit the flexibility and duration of international students’ legal stay in the United States.

Cornell Lab of Ornithology to Host Upcoming Annual Migration Celebration

The Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s annual Migration Celebration event will take place at their visitor center in Sapsucker Woods on Saturday, Sept. 13.

Cornell Students Skin Bear in Ganędagǫ: Hall Communal Kitchen, No Charges Filed

Two Cornell students face no charges after skinning a bear in a communal kitchen in the Ganędagǫ: Hall student residence hall on Saturday.

‘Financial Gymnastics’: Cornell’s Cost of Attendance Surpasses $100K for Some Students in 2025–2026

Cornell’s rising tuition and fees have pushed the estimated total cost of attendance past $100,000 when including the student health insurance plan for some undergraduates in the 2025-2026 academic year.

Legendary NHL Goaltender and Cornellian Ken Dryden ’69 Dies at 78

Dryden played an integral role in Cornell’s 1967 national championship, and his 77 wins place him atop all Cornellian goaltenders.

Death Threats Targeting Jewish, LGBTQ+ Cornell Students Emailed to The Sun by Kotlikoff Impersonator

An email sent to several Sun departments on Thursday included graphic death threats towards Jewish and LGBTQ+ Cornell students. The sender used an account purporting to be President Michael Kotlikoff. 

‘There’s A Lack of Transparency’: University Assembly Questions Perceived Lack of Representation in Student Code of Conduct Revision Process

The University Assembly discussed concerns with the new Student Code of Conduct revision process, alleging a lack of representation from the Cornell community at its Aug. 26 meeting.  

Cornell Hillel to Break Ground for New Jewish Community Center in Spring 2026

Cornell to start building a new Hillel center on West Campus this spring, with construction expected to be completed by Fall 2027. 

City Charter Shields Ithaca From Nearly All Pothole Damage Claims

Damage caused by potholes on Ithaca City roads are rarely eligible for insurance claims, according to the city’s charter.

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‘Take Back Our University’ Rally Unites a Wide Range of Causes, Organizations

Multiple organizations joined together in the “Take Back Our University” protest at Ho Plaza and Day Hall, demonstrating against the war in Gaza, climate change, and for the rights of graduate, international and transgender students.

Wild Coyote Spotted on Campus, Adult Bit

A coyote attacked an adult on the Upper Cascadilla Gorge trail, prompting CUPD to issue campus-wide alerts urging the community to avoid wild animals, report sightings and seek medical attention for bites.

The Ceriale Center for Cornell Health Opens With $20M Gift to Expand Mental Health Services

Cornell Health reopened The Ceriale Center for increased mental health services after a generous donation from Cornellian parents John and Melissa Ceriale.