Meditations for Inner & Global Peace 
Thursdays, Oct. 26 – Dec. 7 (except Nov. 23) & Dec. 15, 12-12:30pm. If you’ve been feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed by recent events occurring in your life or around the world, you are not alone.
Join world-renowned author and meditation teacher, David Gandelman, for a series of virtual 30-minute talks, reflections, and guided meditations for Cornellians.
With a love for Cornell and local roots, David will come to Cornell to conclude the series in a special hybrid event on December 15 at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Lecture Hall #5.
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Coping in Response to Tragedy (Weill Cornell Medicine)
This guide for families provides scientifically grounded advice on how to process tragedy with children.
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October is LGBT History Month
Each year in October, the history and achievements of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are celebrated. Find more information and resources here:
"Love Your Asian Body: AIDS Activism in Los Angeles": Book Talk with Eric Wat
Oct. 24, 4:30pm. Love Your Asian Body is a visual storytelling of the AIDS movement in the Asian American community. The stories of these activists once again find resonance in our struggles today.
Blackness as a Universal Claim: Holocaust Heritage, Noncitizen Futures, and Black Power in Berlin
Nov. 2, 5pm, A.D. White House, Guerlac Room. This interdisciplinary lecture by Damani J. Partridge will discuss how the concept of Blackness energizes, inspires, and makes democratic participation possible beyond prevailing precepts of national belonging.
November Break and Learn: The Value of Veterans in the Workplace
Nov. 9 at 8:45am or Nov. 16, 12:15pm. In this panel discussion with Cornell employees who are veterans, explore the stigmas that veterans face when it comes to employment, the many benefits of hiring veterans, as well as best practices for creating a veteran-friendly and supportive workplace.
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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Explore resources to help improve employment outcomes and access/inclusion in our workplace environment for employees with disabilities.
Nomination Period Open: George Peter Award for Dedicated Service
This award is given annually by the Employee Assembly to staff who consistently demonstrate excellence in the performance of their duties. Nomination deadline is Nov. 10.
Cornell Club-New York Membership
As a Cornell faculty or staff member, you are eligible to join The Cornell Club-New York with a waived initiation fee (equal to one year of membership dues). Club Members have access to all of The Club's amenities as well as guest access to 170 private clubs around the world. Apply here.
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New Virtual Cornell Wellness Classes
For a full list of classes visit Cornell Wellness' Employee Outreach page. No Wellness Recreation Membership is required, unless noted in the description.
Prepare to "Fall Back!" (Sleep Foundation)
Daylight saving time ends in New York at 2am on Sunday, Nov. 5. Small things can help ease the transition. Start slowly adjusting your sleep schedule now. Eat lightly leading up to it to help keep your circadian rhythms balanced.
Is Sugar Better for You Than Artificial Sweeteners? (New York-Presbyterian)
An endocrinologist breaks down the truth behind sugar and other sweeteners, including how to decide which is the healthiest choice.
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Free Optometry and Optician Services for Tompkins
County Residents (Ithaca Free Clinic)
The Ithaca Free Clinic will provide free Optometry and Optician services to all Tompkins County residents and children over age 5. Schedule an appointment for upcoming clinics on Oct. 27 and Nov. 3 by calling 607-330-1254 or emailing clinic@ithacahealth.org.
Make the Move Toward Long-Term Financial Security: Your Midcareer Retirement Check-In (TIAA)
Nov 7, 12pm. For anyone halfway down the road to retirement, this webinar is a critical checkpoint. It takes you through the keys to successful money management, how to juggle competing financial demands, and retirement saving strategies that can help put you on the path to lifelong financial security.
Living Off Your Paycheck (Care.com)
Nov. 8, 1pm. Learn goal setting and how your money beliefs can affect the way you save and spend. Other topics covered during this webinar include: how to reduce debt, the difference between “meat vs. gravy” and how to increase your wealth.
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Coping with the Holidays (Hospicare of Ithaca)
Nov. 14, 5:30pm. Holiday time can be especially difficult after the death of a loved one. Learn ways to take care of yourself and honor your feelings as we head into the holiday season.
Family Meetings & Having the Care Conversation (Care.com)
Nov. 15, 1pm. Learn about preparing for a family meeting and communicating with older adults and other family members about important decisions such as health, housing, finances, and legal issues.
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Land Justice: Engaging Indigenous Knowledge For Land Care 
Nov. 1, 12:20pm, Warren Hall. Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer will explore Indigenous perspectives on land conservation, from biocultural restoration to Land Back. This discussion invites listeners to consider how engaging Traditional Ecological Knowledge contributes to justice for land and people.
Cornell Approaches 100% Renewable Power Years Ahead of Its Goal
An agreement with renewable energy developer Distributed Sun holds the potential for Cornell to complete its goal of powering the Ithaca campus with 100% renewable electricity, well in advance of the campus' 2035 carbon neutrality target.
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Disability Inclusion Toolkit for Cornell Managers As a manager, you play a key role in ensuring that everyone, including people with disabilities, can fully contribute to Cornell’s mission and business goals. Being disability-inclusive is important to Cornell’s optimal operation and the wellbeing of faculty and staff. Learn about disability inclusion in hiring, accommodations, and much more.
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Asha Cornell Fundraiser - Penn Masala Live
Oct. 28, 7pm, Statler Auditorium. Join Asha Cornell for a sensational night featuring Penn Masala, the world's first South Asian a cappella group, renowned for their viral fusions of Western and Bollywood hits all while supporting a great cause - funding education for underprivileged children in India through Asha Cornell's partner schools.
Anabel's Grocery Fundraiser 
Nov. 4, 4pm, The Terrace Restaurant. Anabel's provides fresh, affordable groceries for all of Cornell's community in a student-run grocery store. This event will feature fall-inspired hors d’oeuvres and beverages made with ingredients sourced from Anabel’s and other local vendors.
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Spooktacular Holiday Events with Cornell Recreation Connection
CRC is sponsoring a Halloween Office Decorating Contest and a Costume Contest. Check out the CRC webpage for more details and a registration link.
- October 30th: CRC Halloween Happenings Office Decorating Contest
- October 31st: CRC Halloween Happenings Costume Contest, 11am - 1pm, BioTech G10
NAMI Finger Lakes First Annual Dessert Gala
Nov 7, 6:30pm. Cornell's A Seat At The Table along with the National Alliance on Mental Illness Finger Lakes is hosting a first annual Dessert Gala! Enjoy tasty desserts and learn more about their programming and how to get involved. The event is free and it is not a fundraiser so there will be no solicitation for donations.
New York City Day Trip
Dec. 2. Build your own adventure in NYC for the day with Cornell Recreation Connection. The bus leaves B-Lot at 6am and returns at 11:15pm. Each ticket is $67/person and covers transportation only.
‘Door’ Prize: A Big Red Visual Quiz
You may be intimately familiar with the Ithaca campus—but can you identify these 10 buildings just from their entrances?
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