- Jun 14, 2023
- by Emily Groff
- Student Life
Emme Wong ’23
What’s one of your favorite memories (or favorite class or professor) from your time in Cornell Human Ecology?
One of my favorite memories has been working with Professor Jack Elliott in Arborworks, which are large tree sculpture installations. Spending time in the workshop, I learned a lot about the principles of design thinking, ecological storytelling and the magic of crafting things by hand. This experience opened my mind to a world of creative possibilities and
- Jun 16, 2023
- by Emily Groff
- Student Life
Aidan Collins ’23
What’s one of your favorite memories (or favorite class or professor) from your time in Cornell Human Ecology?
FSAD 6860 [Mechanics of Fibrous Assemblies and their Composites] was a very interesting course that allowed me to apply my knowledge in structural fabric design, mechanical properties of materials, computer science and linear algebra to create an innovative composite prototype. Special shout-out to Fran Kozen who has guided me since Day One and whose laughter always brightens
- Oct 31, 2025
- Holistic Human Health, Technology + Human Thriving, Alumni, Donor
Jacobs Center dedication honors alumna’s commitment to health
Since its founding in 2023, the Jacobs Center has been home to major advances in precision nutrition and health impacting all of Cornell’s campuses.
- Apr 23, 2025
- Community Engagement, Donor
New gift funds innovation at Bronfenbrenner Center
The $2 million gift from Rebecca “Becky” Quinn Morgan ’60 and her husband, James C. Morgan ’60, MBA ’63, will endow a fund that supports early-stage research projects that meaningfully engage communities.
Jung-hye Shin
I believe in the power of how we design our homes and communities to influence our everyday well-being. The experiences we have within their designs reflect complex interactions among the physical structure, social relations, and sociocultural expectations that govern our built environment. My most recent research has focused on the role of home and communities in helping older adults age in place. I listen to their lived experiences and observe their everyday practices in hopes