Campus & Beyond Event on the Hill Honors Visionary Scientist Carl Sagan The celebration—marking what would have been his 90th birthday—included a tribute from the International Space Station
Books Your November 2024 Reads This month’s featured titles include an homage to a beloved prof, a techno thriller, and a popular history of the space shuttle
Ask the Expert You’re Going Home for the Holidays. Now What? Human development professor Karl Pillemer offers tips on having a harmonious visit—including avoiding conversational pitfalls
Campus & Beyond ‘Cosmos,’ a Pulitzer, and More: Fascinating Facts about Carl Sagan The astronomer’s legacy can be found on Earth and far beyond—from a record-setting exhibit to an iconic portrait of our planet
Campus & Beyond At Carl Sagan’s Final Resting Place, Admirers Pay Homage Many visitors to the famed astronomer’s grave in Ithaca leave tokens of appreciation—especially ‘pale blue dots’
Quizzes & Puzzles Cornellian Crossword: ‘Holiday on Ice’ Celebrate a beloved annual Big Red tradition with a puzzle by the legendary Fred Piscop ’70—made just for you!
Campus & Beyond New Course Sets Sail on Understanding Physics—by Boat Students venture out onto Cayuga Lake for hands-on learning about wind speed, velocity, buoyancy, and more
Quizzes & Puzzles September / October ’24 Trivia Roundup Did you miss any of the recent weekly trivia on our homepage? Here’s your chance to catch up with nine questions!
Class Notes November / December 2024 Find out what your fellow alums are up to—new jobs, babies, marriages, and much more—in the November / December 2024 Class Notes!