Centers & Institutes

Exciting things are happening within our centers, institutes, and special program initiatives. Here’s a collection of recent stories and updates.

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Johnson School

How gender biases shape investor response to shareholder activism

New research from Johnson Professor Kristina Rennekamp uncovers attitudes about CEO gender, responses to activism, and investor behavior.

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SC Johnson College

Reminiscences of a Cornell Undergraduate Stock Pitch Challenge Participant

Henry Beyrich ’26 describes his team’s experience preparing for and presenting at the 2024 Cornell Undergraduate Stock Pitch Challenge.

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SC Johnson College

Future Directions in Sustainable Travel, Tourism, and Hospitality

SC Johnson College of Business experts offered fresh perspectives on shifting travel and tourism toward more sustainable practices during Climate Week NYC.

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Johnson School

Loyalty can play a key role in moral dilemmas

New research from Johnson Assistant Professor Angus Hildreth explores how the quality and strength of one’s loyalty to another can be influenced by the willingness to support an indirect tie.

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Nolan School

Hospitality Hackathon Embraces AI to Improve the Guest Experience

Students from across campus spent two days creating proposals designed to help hotels deliver an exceptional experience for the guest of the future.

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Video on Research Paper “From Fog to Smog: The Value of Pollution Information”

In 2013, China launched a landmark program to monitor air quality and disclose real-time data. Did increased access to pollution information affect public behavior and health outcomes? Check out the […]

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Johnson School

Building the Housing Future

Social Impact Internship Fund recipient Guru Bhardwaj shares how he drove social impact and investor appeal this summer at Brahmbhatt Architects.

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Johnson School

Family Business Owners Strategize for Longevity in New Certificate Program

The Cornell Family Business Leadership certificate program guides families through unique ownership and operational challenges.

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SC Johnson College

Transforming Education for a New Era: The Journey of Lrn

Cornell Metro NY EMBA students aim to revolutionize education with their AI-powered app, Lrn, that personalizes learning to address educational gaps.