You are now a part of the rich history and legacy of Cornell University! The story behind the establishment of the Ivy League's only land-grant university, and the then-revolutionary notion of providing "... any person ... any study" is full of colorful characters and historic achievements. 

• Watch "Glorious To View," a 20-minute video created for the Cornell sesquicentennial in 2016

• This is Cornell handout (pdf)

• Check out the Cornell History Timeline  on the About Cornell webpage (scroll down page)

• Cornell University History: A Research Guide - Here's a great opportunity to explore some of the  impressive resources  available at the Cornell Library. This guide features links to books, news, events, classes, archives, buildings, statistics about Cornell and more.

• Guide to Cornell's organizational structure
• Get to know the various colleges and schools that comprise Cornell University
• Learn about Cornell's leadership structure.

Your work supports  world-class education and research that impacts on a global scale.

 Take a look at the amazing research projects being pursued at Cornell!

You can take pride in knowing that Cornell University is committed to developing knowledge that benefits humanity, and actively engaging to ignite positive change in our world. 

There is an endless wealth of lectures, performances, programs, and events available to Cornell employees. Challenge yourself, expand your knowledge, and get involved!

•  Cornell Events Calendar
• Schwartz Center
• Cornell Music Events
• Johnson Museum of Art

Cheer on Big Red! Football, hockey, lacrosse, basketball, track & field, baseball, softball, rowing, wrestling, equestrian, polo, sailing, swimming, squash, volleyball - come out and support our teams!