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COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH

ISS project examines reasons for U.S. mass incarceration

Institute for the Social Sciences

An interdisciplinary team of Cornell scholars is collaborating on a new project, The Causes, Consequence and Future of Mass Incarceration in the United States, supported by the Institute for the Social Sciences (ISS) and led by Peter Enns, associate professor of government.

MISSION TO SATURN

Enceladus mission would return samples to Earth

This story from The Space Reporter focuses on a team of scientists developing a mission to Saturn's moon Enceladus that would return samples from its flowing geysers.Those scientists include Jonathan Lunine, professor of astronomy, who is also principal investigator on another mission to Enceladus, which is searching for life in the geyser's plumes. 

RESEARCH

Living with the ghost of Martin Heidegger

Grant Farred, professor of English and Africana Studies, writes about the motivations for writing his latest book, Martin Heidegger Saved My Life (2015), in this piece on the University of Minnesota Press blog.

MUSIC

Music professor focuses on Mexican composer in new book

Alejandro L. Madrid, associate professor of ethnomusicology in the Department of Music, has released a new book, In search of Julian Carrillo and Sonido 13 (Oxford University Press).  Madrid’s research on popular and art music, dance and expressive culture from Mexico, the U.S.-Mexico border, and the circum-Caribbean focuses on the intersection of modernity, tradition, globalization and identity. 

ALUMNI AND ACTIVISM

Young alums' play focuses on human rights issues in Darfur

A&S Communications

What began as a project for two Cornell students working on an event for Human Rights Month has transformed into a play that will be previewed this weekend in Ithaca before moving to an off-Broadway theatre.

When in Rome: Summer Study Abroad

By: Emma Korolik '17 This past summer, I spent a month in Rome, Italy studying abroad through the College of Arts and Sciences. As a double major (English and Sociology) with a minor (Education) and a deep love for Cornell’s Ithaca campus, I wasn’t sure about going abroad. Yet, when I heard about a four-week creative-writing summer program in the heart of Rome, I knew I had to apply. Italy seemed like the perfect place to feel inspired, and I was right.

"Caring about those around me requires that I engage in politics alongside them."

Daniel Waid Marshall '15Major: HistoryHometown: Santa Barbara, CAWhy did you choose Cornell?Academically, it was the best school I got into. The finger lakes region is beautiful. I was also interested in applying to the Telluride House.

"Being able to study vastly different subjects helped emphasize how interesting each could be."

Sanjula Wickramasinghe '15Major: Biological Sciences and Chemistry & Chemical BiologyHometown: Colombo, Sri LankaWhy did you choose Cornell?

"I am so thankful that I have been exposed to so many different disciplines."

Eliza Baird-Daniel '15Major: Biological SciencesHometown: Seattle, WAWhy did you choose Cornell?I wanted to explore a new part of the country and was specifically drawn to Cornell because of the strong research community, outdoorsy culture, and diversity of studies. When I came to visit, I was not only so impressed by the caliber of research but also that undergraduates were deeply involved in it.

"We can start with a crazy idea, do meaningful work, and then have tangible impacts."

Swati Sureka '15Major: Biological Sciences and Chemistry & Chemical BiologyHometown: Jacksonville, FL Why did you choose Cornell?

PHILOSOPHY

Why I Use Trigger Warnings

Kate Manne, assistant professor of philosophy, writes in this New York Times piece about why she uses "trigger warnings" to let her students know when she's about to use content that might be troubling or disturbing for them. 

"My education gave me the ability to learn about the world, not just my field."

Rose Hanson '15Major: HistoryHometown: Anchorage, AKWhy did you choose Cornell?

"I am constantly inspired by the intelligence, motivation, and kindness exhibited by my fellow Cornellians."

Roslyn Jin '15Major: China & Asia-Pacific StudiesHometown: Great Neck, NY  Why did you choose Cornell?

"Being around so many incredibly intelligent and hard-working people has been humbling."

… you choose Cornell?My grandma went to Cornell and told me I should go here. She's always been one of my greatest role … choose Cornell? My grandma went to Cornell and told me I should go here. She's always been one of my greatest role … change during your time at Cornell? Being around so many incredibly intelligent and hard-working people at …

"Every viewpoint has a very convincing argument standing behind it."

Matthew Farrell '15Major: MathematicsHometown: Homedale, ID Why did you choose Cornell?