Schedule of Events

Select one of the following tours from the dropdown menu. Please note, tour spots are limited.

Johnson Museum Tour with Hugo C. Ikehara-Tsukayama, Harris Family Curator of the Arts of the Americas

10:00 - 10:30 a.m ET

Step into curator Hugo Ikehara-Tsukayama’s installation from the Museum’s permanent collection. Discover three-dimensional human figures created by Indigenous artists across the Americas before the 16th century and see the many ways these artists imagined and represented the human form.

Tour capacity: 10 people

Meet: Appel Lobby of the Johnson Museum

Note: There will be some walking on the tour. All bags, food, and drinks will need to stay in the Appel lobby.                                                                            

Cornell Fashion and Textile Collection

10:00 -11:00 a.m. ET

Did you know Cornell is the only Ivy League university offering a degree in fashion? Join Director Denise Green and Associate Director Catherine Kueffer Blumenkamp for an exclusive tour of Human Ecology’s fashion and textile collection, including more than 10,000 items of apparel used for exhibition, research, and teaching.

Tour capacity: 25 people

Meet: Cornell Human Ecology Commons

Note: This site is 10 min. walk from Statler Hotel to MVR

Atkinson Hall Tour

10:00 - 11:00 a.m. ET

Get a firsthand look at the new Atkinson Hall, which opened in April 2025. Join members of the Cornell Atkinson team for a guided tour of the building, where you’ll learn about its innovative uses, sustainable features, and how it has become Cornell’s central hub for collaboration.

Location: Meet at  Atkinson Hall: 350 Tower Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850. Enter the building in the main lobby. We will have banners, tables, and staff greeting attendees. Tours will be offered as attendees arrive in smaller, more intimate groupings.

Tour capacity: 50 people

Note: Coffee and pastries will be available. Tours will be given throughout the entire hour, with the last tour beginning at 10:50. Elevators are available to those who cannot take stairs. Please let us know before the tour starts. 

Wilson Synchrotron Laboratory Tour

10:00 - 11:00 a.m. ET

Go behind the scenes at Wilson Synchrotron Laboratory - the 'crown jewel' of Cornell - home to Cornell’s particle accelerator and CHESS, the Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source. See how positrons circulating at near light-speed generate powerful X-rays used to study everything from clean energy materials to plant biology. The tour includes the CESR accelerator, active x-ray beamlines, and a look at major upgrades underway—including a 20-tesla magnet system for high-field science and a new beamline dedicated to sustainability and agriculture.

Tour capacity: 30 people

Meet: 9:45 AM at the Statler to walk over with a member of the Synchrotron staff, 10am at the upper entrance to Wilson Lab at 651 Campus Road.

Note: All tour attendees should wear closed-toe shoes and bring a camera. If there are any accessibility concerns, please let us know as far in advance as possible.

Engineering Learning Studios Tour

10:00 - 11:00 a.m. ET

The Engineering Learning Studios represent an entirely new approach to undergraduate instructional labs, enabling students to look at their learning from a system level, with real-world systems. Join us to explore the labs and learn more about these unique spaces.

Tour capacity: 20 people

Meet: Upson Lounge, Upson Hall, 124 Hoy Rd

Balch Hall Renovation Tour

10:00 - 11:00 a.m. ET

 A home to Cornell women and female-identifying students for nearly a century, Balch Hall has reopened after its first overall renovation in six decades. Join Student & Campus Life for a guided tour of the four-story Gothic building which marries modern amenities with preserved historic charm.

Tour capacity: 40 people

Meet: Balch Hall main entrance steps,600 Thurston Ave

The Weill Institute Experience: A Behind-the-Scenes Tour

10:00 - 11:15 a.m. ET

Explore the future of Engineering at the recently completed Martin Y. and Margaret Lee Tang Hall. Tang Hall represents the Meinig School of Biomedical Engineering’s first presence on the Pew Engineering Quad and is also home to the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. See new teaching, research, and lab spaces, and new student community spaces in the heart of Cornell Engineering.

Tour capacity: 32 people

Meet: Weill Hall 1st Floor Atrium

Note: Disclaimer: One station will have animal testing

Food Science Research Innovation Tour 

10:30 - 11:30 a.m. ET

Cornell has one of the leading Food Science departments in the nation. Go behind the scenes in Stocking Hall and experience the innovations with Professor Carmen Moraru. Get a look at research on dairy products and plant products, as well as a demo on cryogenic ice cream making. Plus, hear from some of our award-winning student product development teams on what they’ve created.

Tour capacity: 20 people

Meet: In front of Cornelia the Cow in Stocking Hall

Clinical Innovation Lab

10:45 - 11:15 a.m. ET

The Clinical Sciences Innovation Lab at the College of Veterinary Medicine is a shared resource for lab space, equipment, and technical support for molecular and clinical research. The Lab works closely with Cornell’s Veterinary Biobank and is an essential part of clinical trials utilizing samples from Cornell’s veterinary hospitals. During the tour you’ll see a working molecular research lab, learn about some of the ongoing research projects, and see the recently completed 3D canine model.

Tour capacity: 20 people

Meet: Meet at the inside front doors of Vet College, off Lefty’s Plaza (Tower Road entrance), Myron Taylor Hall. Look for Amy Robinson, Director of Client & Family Giving, College of Veterinary Medicine Alumni Affairs & Development.

Note: Comfortable shoes, umbrella recommended if walking to the College from any distance. Spaces within the building can be very tight. You cannot join this tour if you are more than 5 mins late.

Johnson Museum Tour with Saraphina Masters, Coordinator for Student Engagement and Public Programs

10:45 - 11:15 a.m. ET

Join museum educator Saraphina Masters for a guided tour of the Johnson Museum, featuring highlights from the permanent collection and concluding with the special exhibition Free as they want to be: Artists Committed to Memory.

Tour capacity: 16 people

Meet: Appel Lobby of the Johnson Museum

Note: There will be some walking on the tour. All bags and food and drinks will need to stay in the Appel lobby.

Select one of the following tours from the dropdown menu. Please note, tour spots are limited.

Cornell Law School

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET

Join Brock Buffum, Associate Director of Annual and Reunion Giving, Cornell Law School, for a tour of the recently renovated Law School. Over the past ten years, Cornell Law School has undergone significant renovations to accommodate the expansion of resources for students, faculty, and staff. Come prepared with questions and hear about what steps the Law School has taken to remain prominent on the global stage of legal education.

Tour capacity: 20 people 

Meet: College Avenue main entrance (the glassed entrance), Myron Taylor Hall. The tour group will be near the entrance for the first 5-7 minutes. However, once the tour heads in a different direction, it may be difficult to find us.

Note: Tour is entirely indoors, comfortable shoes and appetite for learning are recommended. The tour does include stairs, so please let us know if you have any mobility needs. The building can be challenging to navigate, especially for those who can't take the stairs. For accessibility matters, kindly notify Kristine Hoffmeister well in advance: ksh54@cornell.edu

Cornell Botanic Gardens

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET

Take a relaxing stroll with a Garden Guide through the gardens around the Nevin Welcome Center and discover our cultivated plant collections’ beauty and diversity. The tour will highlight seasonal features of interest.

Tour capacity: 20 people

Meet: Nevin Welcome Center, 124 Comstock Knoll Dr.

Note: If it rains lightly, please bring an umbrella. This will be a walking, outside tour, so wear comfortable shoes.

Select one of the following tour options from the dropdown menu. Please note, tour spots are limited.

Select one of the following tours from the dropdown menu. Please note, tour spots are limited.

Hard Hat Tour: Plant Science Building

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET 

Take a tour of the renovations currently underway at the Plant Science building on the Ag Quad, its first major renovation since opening nearly 95 years ago. See first-hand the new state-of-the-art lab spaces, collaboration areas, and other building updates.

Tour Capacity: 15 people

Meet: In front of Plant Science Building

Note: You will be climbing stairs, and it is recommended not to wear open-toed shoes.

Research in Action: Cornell Animal Respiration Chambers

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET

Take a tour of the renovations currently underway at the Plant Science building on the Ag Quad, its first major renovation since opening nearly 95 years ago. See first-hand the new state-of-the-art lab spaces, collaboration areas and how the building has been updated.

Tour Capacity: 15 people

Meet: The tour takes place at the Large Animal Research and Teaching Unit, located behind Frank Morrison Hall. Directions will be provided.

Johnson Museum Tour with with Andrew C. Weislogel, Seymour R. Askin, Jr. ’47 Curator of Earlier European and American Art, focusing on Margarethe Geibel: The Goethe House Series

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET

Join curator Andrew Weislogel for a closer look at Margarethe Geibel: The Goethe House Series. Geibel’s suite of 24 woodcut prints present her unique artistic vision of the home of German writer, thinker, and cultural icon Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749–1832), capturing both its décor and collections.

Tour capacity: 10 people

Meet: Appel Lobby of the Johnson Museum

Note: There will be some walking on the tour. All bags and food and drinks will need to stay in the Appel lobby.

Join us to welcome Council’s newest members in this upbeat and interactive session. For new and returning members, it’s your chance to meet your mentor face to face, spark connections, and get the inside scoop on the TCAM weekend. Get ready to network, learn, and kickstart your Cornell Council mentorship with that signature Big Red spirit and enthusiasm!

Location: TBD

Join us to welcome Council’s newest members in this upbeat and interactive session.  For new and returning members, it’s your chance to meet your mentor face to face, spark connections, and get the inside scoop on the TCAM weekend.  Get ready to network, learn, and kickstart your Cornell Council mentorship with that signature Big Red spirit and enthusiasm!

The Center for Dialogue & Pluralism (CDP) is dedicated to fostering intentional engagement across differences as a vital democratic practice. Formerly known as the Intergroup Dialogue Project, CDP builds capacity across the Cornell community through transformative educational experiences rooted in dialogue, reflection, and collaboration. As leaders, you bring a wealth of lived experience, professional insight, and diverse perspectives that are essential to CDP’s mission. Your participation helps extend the reach of this work beyond campus and into broader communities. Attend to learn more about the spectacular growth of this program, how you can be involved, and about our new partnership with CDP in bringing learning directly to you through eCornell. 

Featuring:

• Adi Grabiner-Keinan, Ph.D., Associate Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and Director & Senior Lecturer, Center for Dialogue & Pluralism
• Reginald White, HumEc ’80
• Darrel Butler, Arts ’87
  

Location: TBD

TCAM Kickoff and Welcome -Research at Risk 

Join us for a critical panel discussion about federal funding cuts endangering Cornell's groundbreaking research and innovations. Cornell faculty, administrators, and graduate students will share how these cuts affect their work, our institution, and global solutions that do the greatest good.

You'll learn about: 

• Cornell's research ecosystem and how discoveries happen 
• Current research projects at risk and their impact on society 
• First-hand experiences from faculty, leaders, and PhD student researchers 
• What's at stake for science, education, and innovation 
• Ways to preserve essential research initiatives

Hear diverse voices from Cornell's research community as they share real examples of their work and its importance to academia and society. Leave with a clear understanding of Cornell's challenges and how you can help support the university's vital research mission.

Featuring:

• Toby Ault, Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies for Atmospheric Sciences, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences 
• Gary Koretzky ‘78, Interim Vice Provost for Research, Cornell Research and Innovation, Cornell University
  
• Elaine Westbrooks, Carl A. Kroch University Librarian, Cornell University Library
• More to be announced!
  

Location TBD

Location: TBD

Join us to celebrate, connect, and reflect as we mark two extraordinary milestones in Cornell’s history. Cornell University Council’s 75th Anniversary and Willard Straight Hall’s 100th Anniversary come together in a Wine & Dine experience that honors the past and celebrates the present. Reconnect with fellow alumni, toast to enduring traditions, and be part of a historic moment that bridges legacy with vision.

Please select one of the following breakfast options from the dropdown menu:

Endowment Breakfast

Location:TBD

Global Connections Breakfast: Engaging Internationally

Join us for an exclusive breakfast event featuring Wendy Wolford, Vice Provost for International Affairs; Lisa Nishii, Associate Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education; Rebecca Elliott, Interim Director of International Alumni Relations, and Matt Carcella, Senior Director of Diversity and Alumni Engagement. This gathering offers a unique opportunity to connect with internationally minded Trustees and Council members.

Rebecca Elliott will kick off the program with highlights from the International Alumni Relations team. Matt Carcella will provide updates from Alumni Affairs. Wendy Wolford will share university-wide updates from Global Cornell, including new partnerships and global strategy. Lisa Nishii will offer insight into The Global Student Experience within the undergraduate journey. This longstanding TCAM tradition fosters meaningful conversation among university leaders, international council members, and globally engaged colleagues.

Location: Taylor A & B, Statler Hotel 

Location: Conference Foyer

Join us for the Cornell University Board of Trustees and Cornell University Council Joint Annual Meeting, and State of the University Address with President Michael I. Kotlikoff.

• Michael I. Kotlikoff, President, Cornell University
• Anne Smalling ’87, Chair, Cornell University Board of Trustees
• Debra Stern ’87, P ’27, Chair, Cornell University Council
  

Political polarization is at an all-time high. Politicians disagree with each other more than ever. The same is true for voters. And this polarization increasingly creeps into daily life, with people choosing what to buy, where to live, and who to date on political grounds. How can this polarization be decreased? In this talk, Dean Peter John Loewen will share evidence on how to decrease polarization in legislatures, in conversations, and even in our classrooms.

Speaker: Peter John Loewen, Harold Tanner Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Professor of Government

Location: TBD

Select one of the following lunch options from the dropdown menu. Please note, some lunches have a limited number of spots available. 

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

All TCAM members are invited to join a Cornell-themed buffet lunch and hear from Ben Houlton, the Ronald P. Lynch Dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences as he shares the innovative work happening at CALS.

Location: TBD; Capacity: TBD

 Cornell Atkinson

Innovation for Impact: Join Cornell Atkinson for a conversation about the groundbreaking work at Cornell that is shaping global solutions in climate, energy, food, and One Health. Hear from David Lodge, Francis J. DiSalvo Director of the Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability and Patrick Beary, the Bruce H. Bailey Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships at Cornell Atkinson. Bring your questions and engage directly with the leaders shaping this high-impact work.

Location: TBD; Capacity: 40 people

Cornell Human Ecology

Join this luncheon featuring Rachel Dunifon, the Rebecca Q. and James C. Morgan Dean of the College of Human Ecology and our new Assistant Dean for Alumni Affairs and Development Kim Pietro—a unique opportunity to connect, ask questions, and learn about exciting developments at CHE.

Location: TBD; Capacity: 50 people

School of Industrial and Labor Relations

Join Dean Alex Colvin for lunch. More details to come!

Location: TBD; Capacity: 30

Cornell Law School

Jens David Ohlin, Allan R. Tessler Dean & Professor of Law welcomes trustees, University Council members, and their guests to hear an update on the exciting happenings at the Law School.

Location: TBD; Capacity:  TBD 

Cornell SC Johnson College of Business

Join Andrew Karolyi, Charles Field Knight Dean of the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, and faculty guest speakers for insights into the college’s latest research and strategic priorities.

Location: TBD Capacity: TBD

College of Arts and Sciences

Peter John Loewen, Harold Tanner Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, welcomes Trustees, University Council members and their guests to join us for a luncheon program, where Dean Loewen will share updates at the college and articulate his vision to position Arts and Sciences as a College for the Public Good.

Location: TBD; Capacity: TBD

College of Veterinary Medicine

TCAM attendees are invited to a compelling conversation with leaders of Cornell’s College of Veterinary Medicine and Weill Cornell Medicine, highlighting cross-campus collaboration and shared approaches to current challenges in medical training and research. Featuring Lorin D. Warnick, DVM, PhD '94, Austin O. Hooey Dean of Veterinary Medicine, and Robert Harrington, MD, Provost for Medical Affairs, Cornell University and Stephen and Suzanne Weiss Dean, Weill Cornell Medicine.

Location: TBD; Capacity: TBD

College of Engineering

Join Lynden Archer, Joseph Silbert Dean of Engineering, and faculty to hear an update from the College.

Location: TBD; Capacity: TBD 

Please select one of the following spotlight options from the dropdown menu:  

Option 1) Evolution of Emotion 

Join renowned Cornell psychologist Jon Rottenberg as he delves into the science of mood and emotion, revealing surprising insights into how our feelings shape thought, behavior, and mental health. Discover how his pioneering research is transforming our understanding of depression and resilience in everyday life.

• Jonathan Rottenberg, Professor of Psychology, College of Human Ecology/College of Arts & Sciences; Director, Better Outcomes Laboratory
  

Location: TBD

Option 2) Community Impact 

Cornell’s commitment to making a difference extends far beyond our campus, driving meaningful, hands-on impact in communities locally, across New York State, nationally, and around the world. From addressing real-world challenges to fostering collaborative solutions, this work exemplifies the university’s land-grant mission in action. Despite recent funding cuts and other pressures, sustaining and expanding this community-engaged approach is essential to improving communities by teaching, advocating, and generating research that creates lasting change. Our faculty panelists from the Brooks School, CALS, ILR, and the Law School will discuss their research and life-altering mission-based impact on the communities they serve. They’ll also explore how Cornell alumni can help fuel the momentum of their mission and ensure its continued impact.

• Diane Burton, Joseph R. Rich '80 Professor of Human Resource Studies, Senior Associate Dean for Research, Outreach, and External Relations; Director of the Institute for Compensation Studies, Cornell ILR School
• Jamila Michener, Associate Professor; Senior Associate Dean of Public Engagement; Director of the Cornell Center for Racial Justice and Equitable Futures, Cornell Brooks School of Public Policy
• Julie Suarez, Associate Dean, Land Grant Affairs and Director of Translational Research, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
• Moderator: Beth Lyon, Associate Dean for Experiential Education, Clinical Professor of Law, and Clinical Program Director, Cornell Law School
  

Location: TBD

Please select one of the following spotlight options from the dropdown menu:

Option 1) Every Age, Every Stage: Advancing Women’s Health Across the Lifespan

Women’s health has long been underserved in both research and clinical care. Join us for a dynamic discussion to explore the full spectrum of women’s health, including reproductive care, nutrition, and life after menopause. We'll examine how a deeper understanding of women’s unique health needs not only leads to better outcomes for women — but also drives broader innovation in medicine that benefits everyone. Learn more about how Cornell is uniquely positioned to address these critical challenges with unparalleled expertise across disciplines and robust cross-campus collaborations working to advance research and transform the future of healthcare for all.

• Paula Cohen, Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education, College of Veterinary Medicine; Professor of Genetics; Director, Cornell Reproductive Sciences Center
• Claudia Fischbach-Teschl, James M. and Marsha McCormick Family Director of the Meinig School of Biomedical Engineering; Stanley Bryer 1946 Professor of Biomedical Engineering; Director of Cornell’s Physical Sciences Oncology Center (PSOC) on the Physics of Cancer Metabolism, and Associate Director of Cornell Nanoscale Science and Engineering Facility (CNF)
• Julia Finkelstein, Associate Professor of Epidemiology and Nutrition, Cornell Human Ecology and Weill Cornell Medical College; Director of the Maternal and Child Nutrition Program and co-Director of the Joan Klein Jacobs Center for Precision Nutrition
  

Location: TBD

Option 2) Profit with Purpose: Educating for Ethical Entrepreneurship

In an increasingly complex and uncertain world –shaped by challenges such as climate change, food safety, regulatory shifts, ecosystem degradation, clean energy, and artificial intelligence – faculty from the SC Johnson College of Business and Cornell Tech are preparing the next generation of entrepreneurs and business leaders to create ventures and socially responsible business practices that drive both positive societal impact and profitability. This approach demonstrates how environmental and social considerations drive innovation, unlock opportunity, and lead to sustainable success. You’ll hear stories from the field and the classroom that illustrate how we position our graduates to lead in an economy where positive social impact and business success are increasingly inseparable.

• Fernando Gomez-Baquero,Director of the Runway Startup Postdoc and the Spinout Programs at the Jacobs Technion Cornell Institute at Cornell Tech
• Mark Milstein, Academic Director of the Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise and Clinical Professor of Management and Organizations at the Johnson Graduate School of Management
• Monica Touesnard, Executive Director, Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise and Associate Director of Sustainability Careers, Career Management Center
• Anke Wessels, Executive Director, Center for Transformative Action and Lecturer in Social Entrepreneurship in the Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management
  

Location: TBD

4:00 - 5:00 ET

**Sold out**

CIS Bowers Tour 

Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of Cornell University Library’s Conservation Lab, which is responsible for preserving and protecting the Library’s collections, with priority given to rare and special collections. Led by the director of the Conservation Lab, this tour will give participants the chance to see some of the materials that are currently being preserved and learn more about the methods our expert conservationists to preserve and protect the Library’s treasures for today’s scholars and for generations of future Cornellians.

Tour capacity: 15 people

Location: Olin Library, B31

Join President Michael Kotlikoff, Provost Kavita Bala, and Cornell Bowers Interim Dean Thorsten Joachims as we dedicate our transformative new Computing and Information Science building. This state-of-the-art facility features cutting-edge learning and research spaces designed to advance our academic excellence, encourage collaboration, and empower student innovation. Connect with the Cornell community over refreshments as we celebrate this exciting milestone in the college's growth.

Join us for an evening of camaraderie and new connections as we enjoy a celebratory reception and seated dinner.

Location: TBD

Informal Buffet Breakfast at The Statler Hotel

Location: Conference Foyer, J. Willard Marriott Executive Education Center, Statler Hotel (1st floor)

Join us for a dynamic panel discussion exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming educational practices and outcomes at Cornell and beyond.

Steve Jackson (Vice Provost for Academic Innovation, Professor of Information Science) and David Mimno (Chair of Information Science at Cornell Bowers, Professor of Information Science) will share insights on AI's impact on teaching methodologies, student engagement, and the broader societal implications of automated decision-making in education. Moderated by Claire Cardie (Cornell Bowers Associate Dean for Education, John C. Ford Professor of Engineering in the Departments of Computer Science and Information Science) and featuring student perspectives, this conversation will examine both the opportunities and challenges that AI presents to the future of higher education, including critical questions about ethics, equity, and responsible implementation. Come participate in this timely dialogue about navigating the intersection of AI and education in our rapidly evolving academic landscape.

Location: TBD