The Cornell University Podcast

Hey Touchdown the Bear, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for December 8 through December 15. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—Monday, December 8, marks the Last Day of Instruction for the semester. Make sure all your assignments are in and start prepping for finals. Next, the annual Lessons and Carols service is tonight at 7 p.m. in Sage Chapel. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and seating...

Hey Touchdown the Bear, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for December 1 through December 8. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—today, December 1, is the deadline to apply for internal transfer. If you're considering switching majors or colleges within Cornell, make sure to submit your application by 11:59 p.m. tonight. Next, the last day of instruction for the fall semester is Monday,...

Hey Touchdown the Bear, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 24 through December 1. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—Thanksgiving Break kicks off this Wednesday, November 26, and runs through Sunday, November 30. No classes during this period, so enjoy the time off! Next, if you're considering an internal transfer, the deadline to apply is Monday, December 1. Make sure to s...

Hey Touchdown the Bear, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 17 through November 24. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—Spring 2026 enrollment is underway. Juniors, your window opens today at 7:30 a.m. and runs through Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. Sophomores, you're up next from Tuesday to Thursday, and first-years, your turn is Wednesday through Friday. Don't miss your slot! Next...

Hey Touchdown the Bear, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 10 through November 17. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the New York State Agritourism Conference kicks off today in Saratoga Springs. If you're into agritourism or looking to expand your farm's visitor experiences, this is the place to be. Sessions run through tomorrow, November 11. Next, the "Our People, Our St...

Hey Touchdown the Bear, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 3 through November 10. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the Cornell Food Hackathon kicks off this Friday, November 7, at Stocking Hall. It's a three-day event where you can collaborate on innovative food solutions. Great for foodies and tech enthusiasts alike. Next—the Apple Bake-Off for the United Way is happenin...

Hey Touchdown the Bear, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 27 through November 3. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the Spanish Conversation Hour is today at 12:15 p.m. in Stimson Hall, G25. It's a great chance to practice your Spanish and meet fellow language enthusiasts. Next—the Mandarin Conversation Hour follows at 1:30 p.m., also in Stimson Hall, G25. Whether you're a...

Hey Touchdown the Bear, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 20 through October 27. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the Weekly Language Circle meets today, Monday, October 20, from 5 to 6 p.m. at Stimson Hall, G25. It's a great chance to practice languages like Italian, German, Japanese, and more with fellow students. Next, BRB Trivia is back on Tuesday, October 21, from 7...

Hey Touchdown the Bear, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 13 through October 20. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—Fall Break wraps up on Tuesday, October 14. Classes resume bright and early on Wednesday, October 15. Enjoy the rest of your break! Next, October 15 marks the start of 7-Week 2 classes. If you're enrolled in these, be ready to hit the ground running. Lastly, M...

Hey Touchdown the Bear, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 6 through October 13. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—Pre-Grad and Professional School Week is happening now through October 10. Don't miss the Law School Fair on October 7 and the Pre-Health Fair on October 8. Check Handshake for event details and registration. Next, October 6 is National Noodle Day. Celebrate at...

Hey Touchdown the Bear, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for September 29 through October 6. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—Cornell Dining is celebrating National Noodle Day on October 6 at Okenshields. Expect a variety of noodle dishes, from ramen to lasagna. Don't miss out on this carb-loaded fest! Next, the Galaxy and Cosmology Lunch Series continues on September 30 at noon in...

Good afternoon, Cornell community. It's Monday, September 22, 2025, and here's what's happening on campus. Currently, it's 72 degrees with light rain. Expect intermittent clouds and temperatures reaching up to 77 degrees later this afternoon. Thunderstorms are anticipated this evening, so keep your umbrellas handy. Cornell is honoring the 70th anniversary of Toni Morrison's graduation with a four-...

Good morning, Cornell community. Today is Monday, September 15, 2025, and here are the latest updates from around campus. This week, Cornell Financial Engineering Manhattan is hosting its third annual "Future of Finance & AI" Conference on September 19 at Roosevelt Island. The event will feature industry leaders discussing topics like "ChatGPT & The Future of AI in Finance" and "The Changi...

Good afternoon, Cornell community. Here's what's happening on campus as of Monday, September 8, 2025. Cornell University is set to participate in Climate Week NYC 2025, taking place from September 21 to 28. The university will host events focusing on topics such as nuclear energy, artificial intelligence for climate solutions, nature finance, and the built environment. These initiatives aim to fos...

Good afternoon, Cornellians! It's Monday, September 1st, and welcome back to campus. Here's what's happening at Cornell University. Today marks the beginning of the Fall 2025 semester. Classes start today, and please note that next Monday, September 8th, is Labor Day, so there will be no classes. In recent developments, a workshop held last October focused on the role of Enhanced Geothermal System...

Good afternoon, Cornellians! It's Monday, August 25, 2025, and welcome back to campus. Here's what's happening at Cornell University. Today in Ithaca, expect a mix of sun and clouds with temperatures reaching a high of 72°F (22°C). There's a chance of showers in the afternoon, so keep an umbrella handy. *Olin Library Reopening Celebration* Mark your calendars for August 27, as Olin Library celebra...

Good afternoon, Cornellians! It's Monday, August 18, 2025, and welcome to another episode of our campus news podcast. Let's dive into the latest happenings at Cornell University. Today in Ithaca, we're enjoying mostly sunny skies with a comfortable temperature of 60°F (16°C). As the day progresses, temperatures are expected to rise, reaching a pleasant 75°F (24°C) by mid-afternoon. So, it's a perf...

Hello, Cornell community! It's Monday, August 11, 2025, and here's what's happening on campus this week. - Join us for Weekly Trivia at the Big Red Barn from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Come with a team or solo and get matched up. All are welcome! - Show off your vocal talents at Weekly Karaoke, also at the Big Red Barn, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Remember, all songs must be non-explicit and submitted via the pro...

Good afternoon, Cornell community. It's Monday, August 4, 2025, and here's what's happening on campus. First, a quick look at today's weather in Ithaca. Currently, it's partly sunny with a temperature of 59 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperatures are expected to rise throughout the day, reaching a high of 83 degrees by mid-afternoon. So, if you're planning to be outdoors, it's a great day to enjoy the su...

Good afternoon, Cornellians. Today is Monday, July 28, 2025, and here are the latest updates from our campus community. Michael I. Kotlikoff has been officially appointed as Cornell University's 15th president, effective March 21, 2025. Previously serving as interim president since July 2024, President Kotlikoff has been a part of the Cornell community for many years, including his tenure as provo...