Denniston visits with Congressional members on global warming

September 14th, 2009

MOUNT VERNON – On Thursday, Sept. 10, Cornell College Geology Professor Rhawn Denniston participated in meetings with Iowa members of Congress in Washington, D.C., as part of delegations organized by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) to discuss the American Clean Energy and Security bill recently passed by the House of Representatives. Read More…




Cornell raises nearly $10 million in 2008-2009; $1 million for environmental studies

August 13th, 2009

MOUNT VERNON – Despite a year of economic turmoil, Cornell College could still count on its supporters to provide its students, community, and campus with one extraordinary opportunity after another. Read More…




Mellon Foundation awards $316,000 for Environmental Studies

June 29th, 2009

MOUNT VERNON – The Environmental Studies Program at Cornell College has been awarded a $316,000 grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to enhance curriculum and further interdisciplinary study. Read More…




Cornell receives grant to support environmental studies

May 21st, 2009

MOUNT VERNON – Cornell College is pleased to announce that it has received a grant from the Margaret A. Cargill Foundation. Cornell College will receive $10,000 per year for up to five years and an additional stock gift. Read More…




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