Impact Ithaca

Explores stories about how we impact Ithaca and the surrounding region through research, service, and engagement.

Chimoma Orakwue, MBA ‘26, congratulates Community School of Music and Arts and says a few words about why the class made a grant to this organization.
SC Johnson College

Philanthropy class awards $60,000 to Tompkins County nonprofits

Nineteen Tompkins County nonprofits received a combined $60,000 in grants this month, thanks to graduate students in a philanthropic leadership class that teaches the value of giving.

Pete Saltonstall, co-owner of Treleaven Wines, shows previous Dyson students documents.
Dyson School

Students design a reusable bottle system for local wineries

The proposed pilot program aims to cut operating costs and carbon dioxide emissions for Finger Lakes wineries.

Image of four male students listening to a volunteer in a warehouse.
Dyson School

Refurbished Fridges Expand Access to Fresh Food at Regional Pantries

Two teams of students in the Dyson School worked with Whirlpool to place refurbished refrigerators on campus and in high need areas around the region.

Image of female student setting up for a “Paint and Sip” event at Collegetown Bagels in Ithaca, to raise money for Make-A-Wish Central New York.
Nolan School

Hotelies Extend Cornell Commitment to ‘Wish-Making’

Nolan School students raised nearly $5,000 for Make-A-Wish Central New York – with help and inspiration from an alumna who was a wish-kid herself and founded the first college “wish-makers” group in the country.

Student working on a computer
Dyson School

Community summer projects connect Dyson students with local businesses and nonprofits

Dyson students connect with local businesses and nonprofits for Community Summer Projects

City employees attend leadership training as part of the LEADBold series.
Johnson School

SC Johnson College brings professional development series to Ithaca city employees

The college launched a free professional development series focused on leadership skills and workplace issues in a pilot project for city employees.

Ithaca Gorges
Johnson School

What to expect at your first residential session

While we have experienced many residential sessions, it will be your first on-campus residency, and you likely are wondering what to expect.