Tompkins County Legislature Rejects Ceasefire Resolution
On February 6, 2024, the Tompkins County Legislature rejected a resolution calling for a cease fire in the Gaza War.
Beyond Cayuga’s Waters
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Pro-Palestine Protesters Are Running Out of Options
As Cornell restarts for the Spring 2024 term, pro-Palestine advocates are running out of options. With a goal of influencing U.S. foreign policy, the advocates seek to magnify their influence by identifying symbolic local actions to make their position appear more popular.
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Gallup Poll Shows America Supports Ending Race-Based Affirmative Action in College Admissions
On January 16, 2024, the Gallop Survey on Black Voices released a poll about views on the Students for Fair Admissions Supreme Court decision.
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Harvard president resigns in plagiarism scandal
Harvard is not unique among Ivy League colleges for its plagiarism issue. Is plagiarism an endemic disease among academia or the newest political weapon, and what are the consequences for Cornell?
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Cornell law professor and panel discuss antisemitism on Cornell and other Ivy League campuses
The Legal Insurrection Foundation and Cornell Free Speech Alliance co-hosted a panel discussion on the campus antisemitism crisis, featuring various speakers. The event highlighted incidents of antisemitism on college campuses, called for action from universities, and discussed potential solutions and proactive steps for change.
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Cornell law professor to host event on campus antisemitism
On December 19, the Legal Insurrection Foundation (LIF) and the Cornell Free Speech Alliance will be hosting an online event, “Campus Antisemitism Crisis: Cornell, The Ivies, and Other U.S. Universities”
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BREAKING – Penn President Liz Magill Resigned
Liz Magill, President of the University of Pennsylvania, and Scott L. Bok, Penn Board of Trustees Chair, resigned on Saturday.
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Ithaca Common Council Approves MOU With Cornell
The City of Ithaca Common Council approved a 15-year extension of the Memorandum of Understating that governs Cornell’s voluntary payment. By a 9-1 vote, the City cleared the way for increasing the payment from $1.6 million to $4 million per year.
