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See how we’re turning ambition into impact every day through stories and updates about Johnson School students, faculty, staff, alumni, partners, and friends.

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Historic gift from MBA alum endows new school

Gift from Stephen B. Ashley ’62, MBA ’64 endows the Cornell CALS Ashley School of Global Development and the Environment

Jar of Teddie Peanut Butter
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What has a bear mascot and a whole lot of devoted fans?

It’s not just the Big Red — It’s Teddie Peanut Butter, a 100-year-old family company run by a second-generation Cornellian

Miami mayor Eileen Higgins
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MBA alum wins runoff election to become mayor of Miami

The first woman in the post, Eileen Higgins, MBA ’89, is also the first Democrat to lead the city in nearly three decades

Two people hold a big cake while three others hold the knife, poised to cut.
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Emerging Markets Institute renamed in honor of Gail and Rob Cañizares ’71, MBA ’74

The Cañizares Center for Emerging Markets educates MBAs, engages leaders, funds research, and recognizes alumni excellence.

MBA students laughing and engaged during a classroom discussion in a tiered lecture hall.
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What can I do with an MBA degree?

Wondering where an MBA can take you? See how Cornell’s Two-Year MBA opens doors in every industry and every economy.

Four members of SAIL's founding team: Chansam Kim, MBA ’25; Salik Tehami, MBA ’25; William J. Reid, Health Tech ’25; and Olivia Mei, Computer Science ’25.
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SAIL sets a course for smarter trade compliance with AI

As tariffs shift and trade regulations grow more complex, a team of Cornell Tech students is developing a smarter solution to address modern trade compliance challenges.

Looking out from Sage Hall with the sun peeking through the doorway.
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Alpha Square Group Powers Next-Gen AI Education at the Johnson School

The gift will expand AI-focused teaching, research, and industry engagement in business.

Pinaki Bhattacharyya presenting at an AMPIN event
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Powering the Future: Leadership in Renewable Energy Transition

20 for 20 honoree Pinaki Bhattacharyya MBA ’03, CEO of AMPIN Energy Transition, shares his commitment to sustainability.

headshot of Deepika Cattry with the Career Corner graphic identifier overlaid on the photo next to her.
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From Nonprofit R&D to Big Pharma Marketing: A Q&A with Deepika Cattry, MBA ’18

Career Corner: Healthcare marketing professional Deepika Cattry pivoted from R&D at a nonprofit to marketing at a major biopharmaceutical firm.