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Durland Lecture
SC Johnson College

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.

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Dyson School

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.

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Johnson School

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.

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Dyson School

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.

Dean Andrew Karolyi speaks at a podium with arm outstretched, while four panelists and the audience look on.
Johnson School

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.

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SC Johnson College

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 standing at the top of a hill with trees and shrubs, a valley, and hills in the background.
Johnson School

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.

Young girl vaping
Johnson School

To Vape or Not to Vape: When an E-Cigarette Tax Has an Impact

The Johnson School research suggests that taxation could have an impact on reducing vaping among young people.

Trishala Dessai gesturing and smiling on stage wearing a red Gig-Up sweatshirt with a Johnson School banner in the background.
Johnson School

Trishala Dessai’s Gig-Up Addresses Consumers’ and Gig Workers’ Needs

Gig-Up, an AI-enabled startup developed by Trishala Dessai ’17, MBA ’23, will save consumers time and effort by offering multiple services in one app.