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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Applied Economics & Policy (AEP) Seminar by Wolfgang Keller

Speaker: Wolfgang Keller, University of Colorado at Boulder Professor Keller obtained his PhD at Yale University in 1995 and is a professor with interests in international trade & investment and […]

an aerial view of single car on a sandy dirt road.
Dyson School

Restricting Trade for the Environment? Import Restrictions on Used Vehicles in China

Dyson’s Hui Zhou, PhD ’23, discusses her research on the impact of emission-based import restrictions on used vehicles in China.

links of a large metal chain with the rising or setting sun shining through one of the links.
Johnson School

Reinventing global value chains in uncertain times

Emerging markets benefit from greater engagement in global value chains but fear a loss of momentum in today’s complex and uncertain world.

Masahiro standing in a white lab coat in front of metal shelving.
Johnson School

Growing a New Future for Wagyu

Masahiro Yoshida, MBA ’23, reflects on his experience as an intern at Ohayo Valley, where he gained a new perspective on sustainable food systems.

upper body shot of Danny Meyer.
Nolan School

Renowned Restaurateur Danny Meyer named 2023 Cornell Hospitality Icon

The Nolan Hotel School is honored to recognize Danny Meyer for his legacy in bringing the true meaning of hospitality to life, says Dean Kate Walsh.

Students on the Israel trek pose for a photo with a view of Jerusalem in the background.
Johnson School

Israel Trek 2023: Startup Nation

EMI Fellow Jonathan Li, MBA ’23, discusses his experience on the Johnson MBA trek to Israel to learn about the country’s thriving startup ecosystem.

Sustainable glass office building with tree for reducing carbon dioxide.
Johnson School

Breaking the Status Quo on Sustainability

Panelists discussed how companies are addressing climate change in a Business of Sustainability webinar that launched the spring Lifelong Learning Experience.

Headshot of Kristen McClellan
Nolan School

Where Are They Now? Kristen McClellan ’12 (ILR)

Kristen McClellan, Cornell alum and founder and CEO of SNAP Wellness and creator of SnappyScreen.

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SC Johnson College

Is Equity Market Liberalization Beneficial?

Economics PhD student Wentong Chen discusses her research on the effects of equity market liberalization, aided by an Emerging Markets Institute grant.