Events

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►HR EVENTS CALENDAR

Check out upcoming workshops, presentations, and other events tailored for Cornell employees:  hr.cornell.edu/events  

 

►CORNELL EVENTS CALENDAR

There is always something enriching and interesting to do at Cornell. Take advantage of the wealth of lectures, workshops, discussions, performances, and exhibits that are held on campus and in our community. Search the CU Events Calendar to find events related to your choice of theme or group.

 

►BRING A CHILD TO WORK DAY

An entertaining and educational opportunity for children ages 8-16 to visit the Cornell University campus, explore interests and careers through activities, and see what parents, relatives and/or friends do at their jobs at Cornell.

 

►STAFF GRADUATE RECEPTION

This event promotes the university's pride in those employees who achieve their educational goals while also maintaining their job responsibilities. Those graduating should notify Benefit Services at (607) 255-3936 or benefits@cornell.eduto be included in this celebration. More about Staff Graduate Reception.

 

►JENNIE T. FARLEY OFFICE PROFESSIONALS CELEBRATION

Recognizes all office professionals for the important role they play on campus and the changing nature of their profession. Named for its co-founder and a late faculty member of ILR, the event draws more than 750 office professionals from across campus and is one of the largest workplace observances at Cornell. More about Office Professionals Celebration.

►EMPLOYEE CELEBRATIONS

Employee Celebrations are open to staff, faculty, retirees, and their families. These popular events feature athletic competitions, a Cornell community meal, and additional family-oriented activities. Employee Celebrations are held twice a year, in the fall and in the winter.

 

►RED DAYS (RECOGNITION EVENT DAYS)

RED Days are a fun, informal way of showing appreciation for Cornell’s hardworking employees. Several times a year, treats such as cupcakes or ice cream (as well as fruit and other dietary options) are distributed to employees from stations across Cornell campuses. There are also RED Days sales held in conjunction with the Cornell Store that offer discounts to staff and faculty.

 

►CORNELL RECREATION CONNECTION

The CRC's mission is to encourage camaraderie and the Cornell spirit among members of the community - staff, faculty, and retirees - by providing social experiences and recreational events. https://www.hr.cornell.edu/crc

 

►HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS

A favorite employee event featuring a lively costume contest and plenty of treats!  More about Halloween Happenings

 

►CORNELL ATHLETICS

Go Big Red! Come cheer on our teams - hockey, football, lacrosse, soccer, equestrian, rowing, track & field, tennis, and more. Schedule and tickets: https://cornellbigred.com/