Momodou Taal’s First Amendment Case Against the Trump Administration Heard in Court, Amid ICE Arrest Concerns

Trump Administration Pushes For Taal’s ICE Arrest, Challenges Jurisdiction of the Court

In a rapidly evolving legal battle, the federal government refuted attempts to prevent the detainment and deportation of graduate student Momodou Taal by his attorneys as he, along with two other Cornellians, sue the Trump Administration.

Pro-Israel Organization Takes Credit for Momodou Taal’s Requested Surrender to ICE

Betar US, a pro-Israel and Zionist group claimed responsibility for allegedly reporting pro-Palestinian activist Momodou Taal to the federal government.

SNL's Colin Jost Delivers a Night of Stand Up Comedy to Cornell, Selling Out Barton Hall

Barton Hall welcomed American comedian and writer Colin Jost — best known for his skits on Saturday Night Live — for a sold-out event and an evening full of laughter.

Student Designers Showcase Talent in 41st Annual CFC Spring Runway Show

The Cornell Fashion Collective hosted its 41st Annual Spring Runway Show on Saturday, where students showcased their designs before a sold-out crowd of 2,000 spectators.

Mr. Asia Pageant Brings Cultural Camaraderie to Statler Auditorium

Statler Auditorium was filled with energy for the highly anticipated 2025 Mr. Asia Pageant Saturday night, drawing approximately 400 spectators.

‘Because We Love Architecture’: AAP Finalizes Planning Cornell’s 125th Dragon Day

First-year AAP students craft a dragon for the 125th Dragon Day, embracing this year's theme of “How to Build Your Dragon,” which invites community participation.

'It’s Time to Fund Our Future Today': 14 Student Organizations Hold Demonstration During Trustee Meeting

Speakers from advocacy and research organizations across the University called on Trustees to fight back against federal pressure to cut funding from academic programs.

Kotlikoff Named Cornell’s 15th President by Board of Trustees, Eight Months Into Two-Year Interim Term

The Board of Trustees voted Kotlikoff as Cornell’s 15th president after he served as interim president for eight months.

Taal Told to Surrender Himself to ICE Custody

Pro-Palestinian activist and international student Momodou Taal was told to turn himself into U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This move comes amid his involvement in a lawsuit against the federal government over First and Fifth Amendment rights. 

Ithaca’s Police Watchdog Calls Off Meetings, Says Independence Is Under Threat

The group that investigates complaints against Ithaca police says it will not meet until its “independence is assured.”

Town of Ithaca Planning Board Grants Game Farm Road Project Environmental Green Light

“If there is a Cornell person in the audience right now just stop lying — it is a very bad look for you,” Ashurst said, referring to the impacts on PFAS. “PFAS are toxins and they are literally killing the human and animal life cycles.”

Lawyers Move to Preempt Arrest, Deportation of Taal Amid Reports of Law Enforcement At His Residence

Momodou Taal's lawyers filed a motion for a Temporary Restraining Order following the reported presence of law enforcement at Taal’s place of residence.

Cornell Restores DEI References, Resources and Maintains Omission of Affirmative Action in Equal Opportunity Statement

Cornell has returned DEI references and discrimination resources back to the qual Education and Employment Opportunity Statement as it continues to bar mentions of affirmative action.

Astronomer Vera Rubin M.S. ’51 to Be Featured On a U.S. Quarter

Vera Rubin, M.S. ’51, a pioneering astronomer in research on galaxy rotation rates, will be honored on a U.S. Quarter as part of the 2025 American Women Quarters Program.

G. P. Zurenda ’88 Joins the Race for the Fifth Ward Common Council Seat

G.P. Zurenda ’88 is now running for the Fifth Ward Common Council Seat, advocating for tax reform and housing expansion through zoning reforms.

Odyssey Bookstore to Host Author Paul Greenberg Sunday for Reading of "A Third Term"