BREAKING: Pollack rejects Trigger Warnings
Pollack has rejected SA Res. 31., for it “would infringe on our core commitment to academic freedom and freedom of inquiry, and [its requirements] are at odds with the goals of a Cornell education.”
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REPORT: Vet Students May Have Been Stalked With AirTags
Several Veterinary College students have reported finding Apple AirTags placed on their cars without their knowledge or consent. The tracking devices had allegedly been tampered with to avoid detection by students, according to emails sent to the Veterinary School listserv.
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The Cornell Republicans, Cornell Review, and CPU present Steven McGuire of ACTA
On Thursday, April 13, the Cornell Republicans, the Cornell Review, and Cornell Political Union will be co-hosting a thought-provoking event on the topic, “How do we Protect Free Expression on Campus?” The event will feature Dr. Steven McGuire from the American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA).
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University Assembly Approves Purple Heart Designation and Seeks Public Comment on Free Speech Questions
On March 28, the University Assembly (UA) met in the Physical Sciences Building to discuss free speech issues and approve a resolution on designating Cornell as a “Purple Heart University.”
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Student Assembly under ‘FIRE’ for Content Warnings
In response to a proposed SA resolution mandating “trigger warnings,” the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression wrote to President Pollack to express disapproval.
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World Athletics Sets Rules on Transgender Competition
Under the new rules, athletes who undergo male puberty are barred from competing as women. This follows the rule adopted last year by World Aquatics, the international governing body for swimming.
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Cornell Trustees Adopt 2023-24 Budget
The Cornell Board of Trustees meets four times per year, with its March and June meetings in Ithaca. Approving the budget framework is the highlight of the March meeting.
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Second Consecutive Israel Protest Breaks Out over West Bank Raids
Chants of “from the river to the sea!” and “occupation is a crime, from New York to Palestine” could be heard on Ho Plaza Friday morning. A group of around 30-40 students and adults gathered to protest Israel’s recent reprisal raid, which killed 6. Israel launched the attack in response to the killing of twin brothers Hillel and Yagel Yaniv in recent weeks.
