Cornell publication removes artwork featuring Nazi symbols and Star of David
Cornell University’s student newspaper is facing backlash after featuring artwork by a professor that depicted a bloody Star of David alongside the Nazi “SS” symbol drawn on Palestinians’ backs. This image, which appeared in the Cornell Daily Sun, was eventually taken down due to accusations of anti-Semitism. William Jacobson, a law professor and founder of […]
Law professor at Cornell prepares civil rights complaint after whistleblower incident involving Israeli student.
Cornell Law Professor to Sue University Over Whistleblower Case A law professor at Cornell University is gearing up to file a federal civil rights lawsuit against the institution following claims made by an Israeli student. This student, Oren Leonard, alleges he was excluded from a course focused on the Gaza Strip due to his nationality. […]
Building social connections can potentially extend your lifespan, according to recent Cornell research.
Strong Social Ties Linked to Slower Aging A recent study suggests that maintaining strong social connections can contribute to a longer life. Published in the journal *Brain, Behavior and Immunity – Health*, the research indicates that social relationships may play a role in slowing cellular aging. While it’s already known that social bonds positively affect […]
Cornell law professor calls for a civil rights investigation into a colleague’s supposed dismissal of an Israeli student from a course on Gaza.
A prominent law professor from Cornell University is seeking a civil rights inquiry over claims that a colleague tried to bar Israeli students from participating in classes concerning Gaza. This week, Cornell verified that it has suspended Eric Cheyfitz, a professor known for his research and humanitarian efforts, according to a representative from the university. […]
Cornell MBA council advises ‘non-marginalized’ students to stay away from minority recruiting events, according to a report
Documents reviewed by the National Review reveal that Cornell University business students who are not part of “alienated or underrepresented groups” are being advised to forgo diversity-focused recruitment events. The rationale includes potential negative impacts on their career prospects and relationships with hiring entities at the school. This guidance was disseminated in an email from […]
Cornell advises certain business students to avoid diversity recruiting events
Campus Day Retreat The University of Michigan will temporarily close its “day office” as it prepares to navigate scrutiny from Trump. Meanwhile, at Cornell University, business students who do not belong to certain underrepresented groups were advised to miss recruitment events centered on diversity. Documents acquired by a news outlet provide insight into this situation. […]
Target’s CEO Brian Cornell resigns after a decade as the retailer seeks to recover from declining sales
Target CEO Brian Cornell to Resign Brian Cornell, the CEO of Target, is stepping down next year after over a decade in charge, as retailers seek to reignite growth and address declining sales. The company’s board of directors has unanimously chosen Michael Fidelke, the current Chief Operating Officer, to take over Cornell’s position and join […]
Biologist alleges that Cornell employed race-based hiring methods in EEOC complaint
Colin Wright’s Discrimination Claims Against Cornell University Evolutionary biologist Colin Wright has alleged that Cornell University discriminated against him during the hiring process for a tenure-track position back in 2020, leading him to file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). In a recent opinion piece published in the Wall Street Journal, he […]
Cornell University faces a lawsuit from America First Policy Institute over DEI bias.
A conservative think tank has lodged a federal civil rights complaint against Cornell University, claiming that the Ivy League institution misuses diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles in its hiring practices and scholarship programs. The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) submitted the complaint to various federal departments late last month. (Interestingly, Larry Kudlow from Fox […]
AFPI claims Cornell University engages in unfair DEI hiring practices
A conservative think tank has submitted a federal civil rights complaint against Cornell University, claiming that the institution misuses diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices in hiring and scholarship opportunities. The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) lodged this complaint with several federal agencies, including the Department of Justice and the Department of Education, around late […]