John F. Hoddinott
John Hoddinott is the H.E. Babcock Professor of Food and Nutrition Economics and Policy, Cornell University. Before coming to Cornell in 2015, he was a Deputy Division Director at the International Food Policy Research Institute, Washington, DC. His research focuses on the causes and consequences of poverty, hunger and undernutrition in developing countries. He has been heavily involved in primary data collection through living in a mud hut in western Kenya and a small town
Robin Roger
Robin Roger is a seasoned communications professional with nearly 20 years of experience in higher education marketing and communications. At Cornell University, she has led transformative initiatives for the College of Human Ecology, including a complete website redesign, the launch of a new college brand, and the college's Centennial celebration.
Before joining Cornell, Robin served as Director of News and Publications at Ithaca College, where she oversaw news, storytelling, alumni and prospective student publications, and
- Dec 13, 2025
Misha N. Ailsworth (formerly Inniss-Thompson)
Misha N. Ailsworth (formerly Inniss-Thompson) is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Cornell University. Dr. Ailsworth received her doctorate in Community Research and Action at Vanderbilt University. She is an alumnus of Cornell's Department of Human Development. During her undergraduate career, she was a Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Scholar.
Dr. Ailsworth’s research examines the impact of families, communities, and schools in shaping Black girls’ mental health and wellness using a cultural-assets perspective.
- Jan 16, 2026
- Holistic Human Health, Social Impact + Justice, Sustainability + Society, Technology + Human Thriving
Functional apparel designs improve comfort and hygiene
In FSAD 6900, students take a holistic approach to fashion design. The graduate-level course is taught by Heeju Park, Vincent V.C. Woo Professor of Human Centered Design, who is also affiliated with the Department of Design Tech. It emphasizes understanding human performance and environmental challenges, developing functional prototypes, and scientifically evaluating those prototypes using advanced technologies.
At the end of the class, two groups unveiled forward‑thinking projects that improve performance and comfort in women’s apparel