Joe De Sena ’90 founded Spartan, the worldwide obstacle-race phenomenon that’s drawn over 10 million participants. From grueling “Death Races” to global endurance events, his story is about pushing physical, mental — and entrepreneurial — boundaries.

The student-run group energizes players, taunts the opposition, and catalyzes supporters at home and on the road

Each summer, the Office of the President seeks nominations for Cornell University’s President’s Awards for Employee Excellence, and each fall, the awardees are announced and celebrated at an Excellence Awards Reception. Cornell Dining is delighted this fall to celebrate that our own Senior Chef Josh Holden is a winner of this year’s Game Changer Award.

Celebrate the anniversary of one of East Hill’s most beloved buildings with this custom puzzle—made just for you!

Explore the Cornell Career Services 2024–2025 Annual Report for highlights from the academic year, including campus-wide career support initiatives and outcomes for the Class of 2024.

Whether you're working on that last paper or studying for finals, we know you'll be ready for a break this weekend and next. Cornell Dining is offering a late-night Pizza Pop-Up Friday and Saturday for two weekends, December 5th and 6th, and December 12th and 13th, with pickup on North Campus or West Campus!

From the opening of a Hindu temple room to expanded interfaith spaces, see how Cornell is uplifting religious life and student wellbeing.

It's one of our favorite events of the year! The 38th Annual Celebration of Gratitude Dinner on Thanksgiving Day brought together hundreds of Cornellians and community members for a traditional holiday feast.

“Our friends always knew where to find us,” said Daniel Kaufman ’89, recalling his days as a student employee in the building. “Pre-internet, pre-cell phone, if you were looking for Daniel or Sari, nine out of 10 times, you could find us at the Straight.”

The adaptive indoor course will add to accessible resources already available throughout Cornell’s recreation and fitness offerings.

Looking for the perfect presents for the Cornellians in your life? Check out our annual survey of cool and unusual Big Red merch!

A Lynah fixture for decades—famed for the elaborate costumes he wore while resurfacing the ice—has passed away at 84

Test your knowledge of the traditional, full-throated, and … spicy vernacular of Big Red men’s games with these 12 questions!

A collaboration between Cornell Dining, the American Indian and Indigenous Studies Program (AIISP) and Cornell Botanic Gardens, Ǫgwahǫwéhneha:ˀ gyǫhéhgǫh or Food of the Original People, returns to Morrison Dining for its second year on Nov. 4.

You can benefit twice each time you purchase a beverage using your clean reusable cup, mug, or tumbler!

Morrison Dining recently brought the vibrant flavors of Cambodia to the Cornell community with a special lunch event on October 14th curated by Kimeang Por, originally from Phnom Penh, Cambodia, who recently celebrated her eighth year at Cornell.

While the Hill’s beloved student union is named for her late husband, Dorothy Whitney Straight Elmhirst made it happen

Check out these photos from our National Noodle Day lunch at Okenshields, courtesy of Cornell Dining Brand Ambassador Serena Chiang.

Cornell University has launched the Office of National Fellowships, a new unit designed to expand student access to competitive opportunities that fund graduate study, research, service projects and global experiences.

Cornell will commemorate the 100th anniversary of Willard Straight Hall – one of the country’s first student unions – with a yearlong series of events honoring its legacy as a hub of student life and community.

The Equity & Engagement Community (EEC) strives to help students achieve their full potential of becoming transformational and conscious leaders.

The annual Fall Housing Selection process for Cornell University's rising juniors and seniors is approaching, bringing several important changes to the process, making it essential for students to understand the new policies and procedures.

The hall’s namesake launched the precursors to both Dragon Day and Slope Day, wed the love of his life, and died in his late thirties

Each year, thousands of Cornell students make their home in off-campus residences, and the university's Housing and Residential Life (HRL) team ensures that support doesn't stop at campus boundaries.

Forty students attended First at Cornell Aug. 14-17, with sessions on campus and at Greek Peak Mountain Resort in Cortland, New York.