Perspectives Remembering David McCullough, a ‘Tour Guide to the Past’ As a visiting professor on the Hill in the ’80s, the eminent historian greatly influenced the way I look at the world
Quizzes & Puzzles How Well Do You Know Cornell? We shot a dozen extreme close-ups of buildings and other East Hill landmarks. Can you recognize them?
Perspectives When Is a Cornell Sweatshirt Not Just a Cornell Sweatshirt? As a first-generation college student, a bargain-rack item of Big Red swag felt like a talisman of belonging
Alumni Crossword Legend Is Still Puzzling Fred Piscop ’70 has a new wordplay book out—and he has created a Big Red-themed crossword just for you!
Quizzes & Puzzles Cornellian Crossword: ‘C.U. Soon!’ Test your brainpower with this Big Red-themed puzzle—made just for you by famed cruciverbalist Fred Piscop ’70!
Books Your December 2022 Reads: Big Red Books, Perfect for Gifting Need a last-minute item for the Cornellian on your list? Here are titles on University history and songs, famous alums—even recipes!
Students Paws Up for Science! Student’s Service Dog Gets His Own PPE A researcher needed her medical-alert pooch to accompany her to the lab. With help from an alum/postdoc, he now sports ‘doggles’
Campus & Beyond Revisiting a Professor’s Fictional ‘Lost Civilization’ The University Archives recently acquired the late Norman Daly’s richly detailed ‘Llhuros,’ which captured imaginations in the ’70s
Cornelliana Need a Gift for the Alum Who Has it All? We’ve Got You Covered You’ve seen (and worn) the Cornell Store’s T-shirts and hoodies; for the holidays, we offer a sampling of its more unusual swag
Ask the Expert Handy Holiday Decorating Tips from a Big Red Designer As you’re readying your home for the festive season, keep these simple—and sustainable—ideas in mind