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A&S faculty paving way for policy school, superdepartments

The major initiatives will enhance the social sciences at Cornell.

George Floyd’s killing was just the spark. Here’s what really made the protests explode.

Racial discrimination pervades nearly every aspect of American life, writes Jamila Michener, associate professor of government, in an op-ed in the Washington Post. George Floyd is the most recent casualty of far-reaching effects of continued racial discrimination.

Good News and Bad News about COVID-19 Misinformation

That swing: Many systems hinge on ‘pivotal components’

In a group decision-making process such as the one happening in the U.S. this November, swing voters are crucial. At least that’s the conventional wisdom. Whether it’s a presidential election, a Supreme Court vote or a congressional decision – and especially in highly partisan environments, where the votes of the wings are almost guaranteed – the votes of the few individuals who seem to be in the middle could tip the scales.

Two named Kaplan faculty fellows for service-learning work

Jon McKenzie is working with schools on media resources that will serve teachers statewide.

The Films That Understand Why People Riot

16 faculty, staff members receive SUNY Chancellor's Awards

Sixteen faculty and professional staff members in three state contract colleges at Cornell have been selected for the 2019-20 State University of New York (SUNY) Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence.

Teaching awards honor Arts & Sciences faculty, graduate students

“Our instructors have shown extraordinary dedication and leadership this year, teaching, advising and inspiring our students despite unprecedented challenges.”

In tackling racial injustice, US should look to South Africa

As protests continue across the United States and around the world in response to systemic racism in policing, activists and political leaders seek out ways to affect permanent change.

Center advances social sciences research with spring grants

Why has implicit bias persisted as self-reported attitudes have grown more tolerant? What are the consequences when owners of mobile platforms like Apple’s App Store compete in their own marketplaces? Could pretending to be a scientist help young girls overcome gender stereotypes about scientists?