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Class of ’28 Changemakers Are Ready To Start
Paths of the 3,574 students in the incoming class – including farmers, artists, inventors, entrepreneurs, athletes and altruists – converge in Ithaca.

Manager Visits Heighten Workers’ Motivation, Productivity
When a company’s “big boss” pays a visit to observe and connect with workers on the front lines, research shows it leads to increased productivity.

Cornellians Chart New Future for Local Hotel and Spa
Twenty-eight Cornell alumni purchased a hotel and spa in Ithaca, NY and plan learning opportunities for Cornell SC Johnson College of Business students.

Hotelie Wins Poker’s Shiniest Crown
It’s actually a bejeweled bracelet—and Jonathan Tamayo ’08 earned it in July, when he became the game’s 2024 world champ

Madison Austrich Champions Inclusion and Environmental Responsibility in Hospitality
10 Under 10 honoree Madison Austrich is a portfolio growth manager at Hyatt Hotels, a champion for gender equality, and a competitive rower.

Have Fun: Leaving Product Promotions To Chance Has Benefits
Research by the Nolan School’s Alexander Fulmer ’15 found that consumers prefer chance in selecting some products to promote vs. traditional methods.

Amanda Friedman Creates Concepts, Services, and Products that Make People Smile
10 Under 10 honoree Amanda Friedman oversees design, construction, and development of brand standards for SAMBAZON Açaí Bowls.

2024 Graduates Reflect On Their Cornell Experience
Congratulations to the class of 2024! Cornell SC Johnson College of Business Graduates share their most memorable moments and learnings

Faculty Cooking Throw Down Dishes Up Camaraderie
The event brought faculty and students together to celebrate the end of the academic year at the Nolan School of Hotel Administration at the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business.