- Nov 3, 2025
- by Marisa LaFalce
- Community Engagement, Holistic Human Health, Social Impact + Justice, Student Life
Visiting Scholar Jennie Joseph shares human-centered approach to maternal health
On a brisk Thursday morning, 65 first-year students sat in rapt attention in NS 1600 Introduction to Public Health as Jennie Joseph challenged conventional thinking with a powerful concept: materno-toxic zones. She described these as environments so harmful to pregnant or new mothers that they threaten the safety of the mother and/or her children.
“Think about a problem that you or your loved ones had with the health system and why,” urged Joseph, founder and
- Nov 19 ,2025
- by Roberta Militello
- Human Centered Design
- Martha Van Rensselaer G151
The New Urbanism Movement, Past, Present, and Future
The movement known as New Urbanism in the United States seeks to address and promote development that positively affects the health of individuals through the incorporation of safe, easily accessible walking in everyday life. This is in contrast to a typical suburban environment, where most activities are dependent on vehicular transport for everyday activities. The New Urbanism environments also promote social connections to neighbors and visitors with zoning that promotes front doors close to the
- Nov 10 ,2025
- by Adam Hoffman
- Psychology
- MVR 1250 Gallery
Our People, Our Stories Exhibit Opening
Come and celebrate and enjoy an interactive community youth and young adult art exhibit centered on LGBTQ+ chosen family.
Research conducted here at Cornell University and lived experience alike show that affirmation and connection are essential to well-being. Chosen families provide safe spaces to be fully seen and accepted, nurturing resilience, joy and self-worth. They help buffer against discrimination and loneliness, while fostering creativity, community and pride. For many queer and trans people, chosen family
- Nov 5, 2025
- by Marisa LeFalce
Flemmie Kittrell Visiting Scholar shares human-centered approach to maternal health
- Nov 5, 2025
- by James Dean, Cornell Chronicle
- Community Engagement, Holistic Human Health, Social Impact + Justice, Student Life
Certification promotes being ‘age friendly’ as good business
Assisted by Cornell faculty and students, Tompkins County has launched a program to recognize businesses for efforts to welcome patrons across the age spectrum.
- Nov 5, 2025
- Holistic Human Health, Social Impact + Justice