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Nearly 100 Cornell University employees just earned college degrees while juggling full-time jobs, thanks to tuition programs that let them pursue education without sacrificing their careers. From nursing to neuroscience, these graduates show what's possible when workplaces invest in their people.
Three new Cornell University Library exhibits are proving that wildlife conservation works, showcasing both heartbreaking losses and inspiring comebacks of endangered species. The displays launch April 16 with stories of hope alongside powerful reminders of what we could lose.
Scientists at Cornell University have successfully tested a safe, reversible male contraceptive in mice that completely stops sperm production without hormones. After treatment ended, fertility returned fully and the mice produced healthy offspring.
Cornell students are solving one of NASA's biggest challenges: how to safely manage thousands of drones flying together in crowded skies. Their breakthrough approach teaches drones to avoid collisions on their own, just like cars navigate roads.
Cornell engineers built a tamper-proof digital system that prevents companies from faking their climate progress. The platform could finally make carbon credits trustworthy.
The University of Ibadan and University of Lagos just secured spots among the world's top 1,000 universities, doubling Nigeria's presence after a three-year decline. Twenty-four Nigerian institutions now appear in global rankings, showing the country's growing strength in higher education.
Scientists thought it was impossible to see ultraviolet light from galaxies in the early universe, but Hubble just spotted one blazing through the cosmic fog. This discovery shows how young stars cleared the universe's view 12 billion years ago.
Twenty South African universities are redefining student success to include not just graduation, but real employment and economic mobility. The Siyaphumelela Network now supports 80% of the country's public university students with this broader vision.
A Cornell student who convinced her California school district to quit fossil fuels is now leading 40 classmates in championing nuclear power as the key to meeting climate goals. Their first major event drew 200 people and support from Miss America 2023.
The University of Ibadan has claimed the top spot among Nigerian universities in both law and medicine in the prestigious Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026. This milestone puts Nigerian education on the global map alongside 425 elite law schools and 1,230 medical institutions worldwide.
Japan's prestigious Kyoto University will receive major government funding to become a global research powerhouse, joining an elite group transforming how the country competes in scientific innovation. The investment could reshape academic research across Asia.
Researchers at Cornell developed tiny silicon particles that completely cured aggressive prostate cancer in 4 out of 10 mice by both killing tumors and waking up the immune system. The breakthrough treatment, made from the same material found in leafy greens, caused zero damage to healthy tissue.
Four Ghanaian universities just held their first-ever inter-university karate camp, using martial arts to develop leadership and discipline among students. The two-day event brought together dozens of students and could pave the way for karate becoming an official university sport.
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South Africa's Wits University just claimed the top spot in Africa and broke into the world's top 1% of universities, ranking 200th globally out of over 21,000 institutions. The achievement showcases how African universities are competing with the world's best while driving progress across the continent.
Two Cornell teammates turned championship winning into a full-time job, capturing three national titles across different leagues in just over a year. Their latest victory ended a 15-year drought for the Toronto Rock.
A prominent Nigerian leader just invested ₦30 million in Paul University to expand opportunities for students. His message to those students? Education is still the surest path to a better future.
When Enitan Abdultawab couldn't afford his first university payment in 2019, a lawmaker he'd never met handed him the exact amount in under five minutes. Seven years later, he graduated with honors from the University of Lagos.
Caleb University celebrated its 15th convocation with nearly 2,000 graduates ready to transform their communities. The ceremony included 22 new doctoral candidates and honored a beloved faith leader with special recognition.
Lead City University in Ibadan is celebrating 14 years of teaching students to start businesses instead of just looking for jobs. The POISE program has helped hundreds of graduates become entrepreneurs and industry leaders.
A Hawaiian university is about to power its entire campus with sunshine alone, proving that even large institutions can ditch fossil fuels completely. When finished, the solar project will generate enough clean energy to power the university, a cultural center, and a temple.
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