http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Nov09/taskforcereports.html On Nov. 6 Provost Kent Fuchs announced that the reports of the 20 strategic planning task forces are available and that public discussions on six of the reports will be held in the coming weeks. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 0040:00 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Nov09/AnnualReport.html Cornell has released its annual report for 2008-09, which summarizes the university's progress in academics, research and public outreach, and how it dealt with a year of fiscal adversity. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:12:28 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Oct09/stateOfU09.sk.html Cornell will return to a 'healthy pace' of faculty hiring by 2015, said President David Skorton in the State of the University address Oct. 23. He also emphasized that the path to Cornell's future leads out of its past. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:24:39 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Oct09/AADsavings.html It started with a roll of duct tape used to stop automatic toilets from flushing too often. Such small measures, led by Alumni Affairs and Development's Julie Featherstone, have led to big savings. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:30:43 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Oct09/AdvisoryCouncil.html The newly formed Strategic Plan Advisory Council will synthesize recommendations gathered from the Cornell community into a draft strategic plan. Town meetings will be held in January and February, and a draft issued in March. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:58:13 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Oct09/SkortonEmployees.html President David Skorton thanked employees for 'staying the course' and continuing to accomplish goals despite a smaller workforce in his annual talk sponsored by the Employee Assembly. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:17:13 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Oct09/Procurement.html President David Skorton has committed to developing sweeping changes in the way Cornell buys goods and services. Vice President Joanne DeStefano will lead the effort, which will save up to $40 million a year. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 22:21:30 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Oct09/StaffForum.html Cornell expects to save at least $90 million in annual administrative costs over the next four years, making a significant dent in its projected deficit, Provost Kent Fuchs reported Oct. 1. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 20:50:25 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Sept09/StudentForum.html Students have a critical role to play in shaping Cornell's strategic plan, said President David Skorton during an open forum Sept. 18. Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:54:17 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Sept09/facultyForum.sk.html More than 200 faculty members gathered Sept. 16 to talk with President David Skorton and Provost Kent Fuchs about the university's strategic planning process. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:19:27 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Sept09/AARP09.html The AARP has named Cornell the top U.S. employer for workers 50 and older for the second consecutive year. CU is the first employer in AARP's history to be recognized as the No. 1 employer more than once. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 09:45:42 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Sept09/SkortonNIBIB.html Cornell President David Skorton has been named to the advisory council of the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering for a four-year term. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:31:46 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Sept09/ReimagineForum1.html On Sept. 4, President David Skorton and Provost Kent Fuchs hosted the first of five forums to discuss with faculty, staff and students the creation of Cornell's strategic plan. Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:21:35 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Sept09/Reaccreditation.html Reaccreditation is one step closer for Cornell, now that the university's proposal for a intensive self-study has been approved by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 17:55:58 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Aug09/StrategicPlan.html What should the Cornell of the future look like? Faculty, staff and students will discuss their views with President Skorton and Provost Fuchs in a series of public forums, the first of which is Sept. 4. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:22:53 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Aug09/PatersonStimulus.html N.Y. Gov. David Paterson met with President David Skorton and education and industry leaders to highlight his support for collaborative research and Cornell projects funded by the federal stimulus package. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:27:56 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Aug09/convo09.html Freshmen and transfers got advice on everything from finding mentors to operating the self-serve ice cream machines at the New Student Convocation Aug. 22. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:59:51 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Aug09/forumBrief.html As part of the strategic planning process President David Skorton and Provost Kent Fuchs will hold an open staff forum Sept. 4 from noon to 1 p.m. in G10 Biotechnology Building. Wed, 19 Aug 2009 17:16:45 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Aug09/AfricaTrip.html In July President David Skorton visited Ethiopia to congratulate graduates of the inaugural class of Cornell's MPS degree program in international agriculture and rural development at Bahir Dar University. Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:47:35 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/July09/SkortonWebcast.html In his third interactive webcast with Cornell alumni and friends, President David Skorton addressed the university's research goals, state funding and fiscal challenges. Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:00:59 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/June09/FuchsInterview.html Unveiling details of the strategic planning process, dubbed 'Reimagining Cornell,' Provost Kent Fuchs said the two-phase plan will first look at how to downsize and reorganize the university and, second, envision its future. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:39:59 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/June09/PatersonEconomy.html As New York Gov. David Paterson outlined his vision June 8 to make New York state a global leader in the knowledge-based economy, he cited President David Skorton's task force as the type of initiative that will create jobs. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 18:13:27 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/June09/Reunion.Skorton.html Despite a year of unprecedented uncertainty and complexity, Cornell remains a 'beacon of hope,' said President David J. Skorton in his State of the University address June 6 in Bailey Hall. Sat, 06 Jun 2009 14:44:09 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/June09/TataLectures.html Ratan Tata '59, chairman of India's Tata Group, presented the new $2,500 Nano minicar and addressed 'Corporate Social Responsibility in the 21st Century' with President David Skorton June 5. Sat, 06 Jun 2009 13:57:15 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/June09/Gore.kr.html The conference brought together 100 green-technology pioneers and entrepreneurs to work on action plans to accelerate a 'convergence' of clean technology and business development at the 'base of the economic pyramid.' Thu, 04 Jun 2009 16:40:31 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/May09/SkortonSpeech.html At Cornell's 141st Commencement, President David J. Skorton urged graduates to apply their liberal arts education in the service of a world that 'stands in desperate need of your skills and talents.' Sun, 24 May 2009 15:07:42 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/May09/ConstructionProj.sk.html President David J. Skorton approved several critical capital projects May 21. The 12 small-scale will initiatives keep the university running smoothly while maintaining fiscal equilibrium. Fri, 22 May 2009 00:14:18 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/May09/SkortonTaskforce.html Cornell President David Skorton has been tapped by New York Gov. David Paterson to lead the Task Force on Diversifying the New York State Economy Through Industry-Higher Education Partnerships. Thu, 14 May 2009 18:58:51 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/May09/SkortonAlumAward.html Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine named Cornell President David J. Skorton the winner of its 2009 Distinguished Alumnus Award. Wed, 06 May 2009 22:40:38 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/April09/DayHallDiversity.html Students, faculty and staff members had the opportunity to speak with senior administrators during a weeklong series of five 'Day Hall Talks Diversity' events around campus. Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:51:27 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/April09/DiversityDiscussion.html Cornell leaders, including President David Skorton, will set up tables on Ho Plaza over the lunch hour Tuesday, April 28, to host informal discussions with the community about diversity at the university. Mon, 27 Apr 2009 10:51:51 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/April09/garsonCover.html Dr. Arthur Garson laid out the topography of the health care debate, defining terms and dispelling a few myths along the way, in his keynote address kicking off the Sick in America series, April 20. Tue, 21 Apr 2009 17:54:16 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/April09/skortonAfricana.gl.html The 1969 student takeover of Willard Straight Hall was an event that 'changed Cornell, and to some extent American higher education, for all time,' said President David Skorton at an April 17 event. Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:46:17 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/April09/SkortonIC.html Wearing his full academic regalia, President David J. Skorton offered greetings April 17 at the inauguration of Ithaca College's new president, Thomas Rochon. Mon, 20 Apr 2009 16:19:19 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/April09/ConstructWeb.html Which campus construction projects are moving forward during the construction pause? A Web site that went live April 15 has the answers. Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:27:57 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/April09/SkortonACCmaster.html Cornell President David J. Skorton, a prominent cardiologist, was awarded the Master of the American College of Cardiology designation at the 58th recent ACC meeting in Orlando, Fla. Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:21:45 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/April09/FungiRepatriation.html After years of careful stewardship by Cornell scientists, a collection of more than 2,000 species of native Chinese fungi, spirited out of the country for safety before World War II, is finally set to make its way home. Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:14:45 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/April09/CUinDC.jc.html About 500 alumni joined President David Skorton and a host of professors in Washington, D.C., April 3, for a campaign event, 'A Meeting of the Minds: Shaping Policy in Changing Times.' Wed, 08 Apr 2009 17:45:12 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/April09/WeillGift.html Joan and Sanford Weill and the Weill Family Foundation have accelerated a previous pledge to the university with a $170 million cash payment. Their donation will aid the $4 billion campaign. Wed, 08 Apr 2009 17:38:15 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/April09/Skortons.Becker.gl.html Cornell President David Skorton and his wife, Robin Davisson, professor of biomedical sciences, spent the weekend dining with students, watching ping-pong and even making a run to the Hot Truck. Tue, 07 Apr 2009 20:30:00 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/March09/bondSale.html With an Aa1 credit rating (out of Aaa) reaffirmed by Moody's Investors Service only the day before, Cornell's $500 million in taxable bonds were snapped up by investors March 26 in less than 30 minutes. Mon, 30 Mar 2009 18:13:31 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/March09/SkortonWebcast.html From Sage Hall March 26, President David Skorton hosted a webcast 'town hall meeting' with nine of the university's most active alumni in the first of what is expected to be many such conversations. Mon, 30 Mar 2009 14:32:02 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/March09/AAD.restructure.html As Cornell embarks upon strategic planning to take it to 2012 and beyond, Alumni Affairs and Development, the division responsible for the university's $4 billion capital campaign, is transforming the way it does business. Mon, 23 Mar 2009 18:55:31 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/March09/SkortonStaffForum.html President David J. Skorton addressed more than 400 staff members March 16, answering their questions about Cornell's $215 million budget deficit. Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:36:18 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/March09/econImpact.html CU's newly released economic impact report finds that the university generated $3.317 billion statewide in fiscal year 2007, 8 percent more than in 2005, and again led universities in the state in research expenditures. Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:34:57 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/March09/SkortonFaculty.html About 450 faculty members attended a special meeting March 9 to listen to - and ask questions of - President David Skorton, who discussed the university's financial situation. Wed, 11 Mar 2009 17:17:05 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/March09/Stasek.cover.sp.html Rosemary Stasek '85, founder of a nonprofit that helps Afghan women, focused on activism as the keynote speaker March 8 at a campus celebration for International Women's Day. Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:35:26 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/March09/CU.changemakers.html A March 7 forum on campus recognized 35 students who were nominated by faculty members as 'Cornell changemakers' - people who are working to make a difference internationally. Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:31:28 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/March09/bondSale.sk.html The Cornell Board of Trustees has voted to issue up to $500 million in taxable bonds and to reduce the endowment payout by 15 percent. These actions are aimed at covering a $200 million budget deficit. Fri, 06 Mar 2009 21:57:33 EST http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Feb09/prez.honor.roll.html The Corporation for National and Community Service has named Cornell to its President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, With Distinction, for the second year in a row. Mon, 16 Feb 2009 17:03:47 EDT http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Feb09/CostCuttingUpdate.html The Campus Savings and Efficiencies Committee says that improving efficiency in e-SHOP as well as in printing and energy use will be among the university's first cost-saving efforts. Mon, 16 Feb 2009 16:30:00 EDT http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Jan09/boardActions.html In addition to approving budget cuts at its Jan. 22-24 meeting, the Cornell Board of Trustees also approved a tuition rise, a new B.A. and a named professorship. Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:49:11 EDT http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Jan09/Phlegar.sk.html Charles Phlegar, vice president for alumni affairs and development, talks about how the economic downturn is affecting fundraising and the capital campaign. Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:45:49 EDT http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Jan09/GoldingCuts.sk.html Beginning early February, Executive Vice President Stephen Golding and Provost Kent Fuchs will begin a strategic planning process with the goal of looking ahead to fiscal year 2010-11. Thu, 29 Jan 2009 12:00:58 EDT http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Jan09/Opperman.sk.html Mary Opperman, vice president for human resources, describes help for Cornell employees facing difficulties due to the recession. Thu, 29 Jan 2009 011:58:20 EDT http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Jan09/endowment.sk.html James Walsh puts Cornell's endowment performance in historical context, saying while it has decreased by 27.3 percent in the past six months, on average it has increased by 6.7 percent each year over the past five years. Tue, 27 Jan 2009 18:46:40 EDT http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Jan09/BoTstatement.html In a statement regarding actions taken by the board of trustees, President David Skorton urges community involvement to protect Cornell's strength. Actions include extended hiring and construction pauses, and tuition rises. Sun, 25 Jan 2009 17:00:00 EDT http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Jan09/obamaLetter.sk.html President David Skorton and professor Robert Richardson were among the 19 university presidents and 49 Nobel laureates who signed a letter urging Barack Obama to support an increase in funding for science. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 14:15:25 EDT http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Dec08/janGraduation.html Despite icy roads and 10 inches of fresh snow, about 300 January 2009 graduates and their families and friends made it to Barton Hall Dec. 20 for the January Graduate Recognition Event and Reception. Mon, 22 Dec 2008 13:03:37 EDT http://www.cornell.edu/president/statements/2008/20081216-end-of-year.cfm With the university facing up to a 10 percent correction in its annual operating budget over the next few years, President David Skorton says that preserving core programs and student aid are key challenges. Tue, 16 Dec 2008 11:20:00 EDT http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Dec08/Skorton.interview.sk.html President David Skorton talks with Cornell Chronicle editors about how he is leading the university through the economic downturn and why he is optimistic about the university's future. Fri, 12 Dec 2008 08:45:34 EDT http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Dec08/OtherSchools.sk.html As Cornell tries to pare its own operating expenses, peer institutions are also dealing with the recession. Mon, 08 Dec 2008 18:04:14 EDT http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Dec08/ForumRoundup.sk.html The last in a series of cost-cutting forums generated a flurry of ideas on how Cornell can streamline its operations. Mon, 08 Dec 2008 17:50:23 EDT