Centers & Institutes
Exciting things are happening within our centers, institutes, and special program initiatives. Here’s a collection of recent stories and updates.
Advancing Financial Inclusion at Cornell
Ain Razali, Johnson Cornell Tech 1 + 1 MBA ’25 reflects on her summer experience through the Social Impact Internship Fund.
Summit Emphasizes Human-Centric Sustainability
MBA students Kaiser Khoo and Jason Woolf attended the International WELL Building Institute’s Social Sustainability Summit, where they explored the intersection of social sustainability and best business practices.
Hyatt CEO Named 2025 Cornell Hospitality Icon
The 2025 Cornell Hospitality Icon of the Industry Award is scheduled to be presented at the Cornell Icon and Innovator Awards event in New York City on June 3, 2025.
Building Connections at the MBA Stock Pitch Challenge
Raphael De Genova, MBA ’26, describes his experience of preparing for and presenting at the challenge in New York City.
Grateful for the Experience: My EMI Pitch Competition Story
iOptiCrane won first place in the 2024 Cornell EMI Mark Mobius Pitch Competition. Project leader Roy Wang shares his unforgettable experience.
For Emerging Markets, ESG Will Not Work Without Economic Growth
The combination of ESG and economic growth can help ensure sustainable and inclusive long-term development in emerging markets.
VinUniversity Triumphs at 2024 Cornell EMI Corning Case Competition
Vinception from VinUniversity showcased solutions for Vietnam’s emerging electric vehicle market.
2024 EMI Annual Conference: Innovation and Transformation to Emerge Stronger
The EMI annual conference explored the theme “Innovation and Transformation to Emerge Stronger,” featuring global leaders and expert panels.
How My Internship Provided Insights into India
Archish Mittal, MBA ’25 describes his experience at Insights International learning about people who can be a bridge between India and the world.