Students

Cheesecake Mogul Alan Rosen ’91 Oversees a Comfort-Food Empire
The Hotelie is CEO of Junior’s—the iconic NYC eatery where his grandfather’s recipe still rules the dessert menu.

New Book Explores the Act of Defiance
Sah has written, “Defy: The Power of No in a World That Demands Yes,” a book that reveals why people need to develop more agency and change the world.

In 2025, Avoid ‘Specialness Spirals’ (and Practice Self-Gifting)
The Johnson School’s Jacqueline Rifkin offers insights on why waiting too long to use a present may mean getting less joy from it.

Empowering the Global Shift to a Sustainable Future: Ian Kline ’91 Protects the Natural World
The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Ian Kline ’91, president and CEO of the Cadmus Group.

India’s Unified Payments Interface Has Revolutionized Its Digital Payments Market
The Unified Payments Interface has transformed digital payments in India, setting a global standard in financial inclusion across sectors.

To Succeed, ‘Latecomers’ Must Balance Imitation and Innovation
Cornell SC Johnson College professor Sungyong Chang shows that startups thrive by mimicking established competitors before innovating.

Cornell Energy Connection Encourages Collaboration and Resilience Amid Uncertainty
The 15th annual Cornell Energy Connection convened experts and students on energy transition approaches and careers.

15th WIN Conference: Fostering Community
Ekta Kumar, MBA ’25 recounts her experience meeting women leaders in the investing profession and connecting with students from across the country at the 15th annual MBA Women in Investing Conference.

Exploring the Family’s Role in Reducing the Racial Gap in Entrepreneurship
PhD Spotlight: Research by Johnson School PhD candidate Qian Wang examines the impact of demographics on entrepreneurship.