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Growth depends on social norms, political culture; not just economic policies: ex-world bank economist
Professor Kaushik Basu says the breakdown of social cohesion is beginning to hurt India.

If government’s first duty is to protect us, how can masks in public be optional?
Senior Lecturer Dana Radcliffe discusses an important ethical question around the COVID-19 pandemic.

2020 Best & Brightest Executive MBAs
Three amazing professionals from Johnson programs made the list: Yoga Anand from Los Angeles, CA; Jack Cheung, New York City, NY; and Daniel Lakoff, MD, from Montreal, Canada.

The Rundown: Highlights from the week of July 20
Expert perspectives from Cornell SC Johnson College of Business faculty on COVID-19’s impact on business, hospitality, and the economy.

Case study challenge invites students, alumni, and hospitality experts to weigh in
Chekitan Dev’s co-authored case examines options for expansion of a luxury resort. Learn more about the challenge and see how the industry responded.

These MBA programs are the top feeders to the tech industry — for now
Johnson was recently listed as a top feeder school for the tech industry, citing 15% of its 2019 class heading into the industry.

A first-hand look at the African economy
Sophia Marseille, MBA ’20, shares insights about her trek to South Africa and Ghana, pinpointing entrepreneurship and brand strategy as growth opportunities.

‘Do you belong here?’: Lawsuits allege Hilton, other hotels discriminated against Black guests
Professor David Sherwyn says big hotel brands can recommend anti-discrimination training for franchised properties, but lack teeth under the law to require it.

The Rundown: Highlights from the week of July 13
Expert perspectives from Cornell SC Johnson College of Business faculty on COVID-19’s impact on business, hospitality, and the economy.