- Mar 25, 2026
- by James Dean, Cornell Chronicle
- Holistic Human Health, Social Impact + Justice
A stable sense of purpose helps teens navigate life’s challenges
Like their emotions and self-esteem, teenagers’ sense of purpose fluctuates day to day, and those who experience it steadily – not just intensely – may benefit most.
- Mar 19, 2026
- Holistic Human Health, Technology + Human Thriving
The nature cure: Encouraging well-being in the workplace
Cornell researchers have found that changes or improvements in workplace policy, culture and outdoor amenities could facilitate more time outdoors to aid well-being for staff.
- Mar 18, 2026
- by James Dean, Cornell Chronicle
- Holistic Human Health, Social Impact + Justice
Self-esteem, openness to LGBTQ peers helps all high schoolers
For teens transitioning to high school – an anxious time for many – inclusive environments may benefit not only those identifying as LGBTQ but majority-group peers.
- Mar 25, 2026
- Student Life
Cornell exhibit explores Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s legacy through fashion
Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a Cornell alumna, is honored with an exhibit exploring her legal and fashion legacy, curated by Denise Green, director of the Cornell Fashion and Textile Collection, and Alanna Stein, sophomore.
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- Feb 26, 2026
- by Holly Hartigan, Cornell Chronicle
- Student Life
Civic leadership class asks students to consider their purpose
On a Saturday morning in February – the coldest day yet of a cold winter – more than 350 students trekked to Statler Hall for an innovative new course on civics.
- Mar 25, 2026
- Social Impact + Justice
Inclusive high schools benefit all students, not just LGBTQ teens
Robert Klein, a doctoral candidate in psychology, led research on the social benefits of LGBTQ inclusivity in high schools.
- 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