Inside SC Johnson

Maureen O’Hara Named Quant Researcher of the Year
Crashes. Crypto. Cost of trading. From everyday transactions to industry-wide issues, the rules governing markets—microstructures—remain ‘endlessly fascinating’ for one Cornell finance professor.

Women’s History: First female faculty members
In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, we’re featuring the first female faculty members at each of our schools here at @SCJohnsonCollege.

Opposing views of regulation emerge at Durland Lecture
The Durland Lecture focused on the topics of regulation of cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin and ethereum; environmental social governance disclosure rules; and regulation in general.

Team Pickleball Mania Wins Pitch Competition
Top honors went to the students working with the alumna-owned Pickleball Mania, offering space in the Ithaca Mall to play the fastest growing racket sport in America.

Promoting Thank-you Gifts Can Boost Charitable Donations
For some charitable donors, the extra incentive of a gift is an important lever for opening pocketbooks SC Johnson College of Business research finds.

Many Firms Prefer Ready-made AI Software, with a Few Tweaks
Many firms are opting for ready-made AI technology that can be tailored to a firm’s specific needs finds research coauthored by Dyson’s Chris Forman.

Faculty panel addresses values-based leadership in business
Businesses and society can benefit when leaders keep both personal and companywide values in sight, according to a panel of Cornell faculty, administrators and alumni.

First-gen students, alumni connect in mentorship program
The new Accelerator Scholars Program provides first-generation Dyson and Nolan School students with mentorship, networking, knowledge and skills.

Nichele Nivens, MBA/MS ’24, Plans Startup to Help Expectant Moms
Nichele Nivens, MD, is developing a startup, Mom Majesty, that will help more women experience the support a doula can offer.