Veteran's Day is November 11th New York State is home to nearly 700,000 veterans. Below, find information about events honoring those who have served and resources related to veteran wellbeing. Cornell has a rich military history - in the photo above, cadets receive instruction on aircraft maintenance at the Army School of Aeronautics in the New Drill Hall (now Barton Hall) in 1914.
Coping with the Holidays (Hospicare of Ithaca)
November 12, 6:30-8pm, virtual. Holiday time can be especially difficult after the death of a loved one. Learn about ways to take care of yourself and honor your feelings as we head into the holiday season.
Podcast: Self-Care or Self-Soothing? Turns Out We Need Both.
In this Inclusive Excellence Podcast episode, explore what different types of care can look like in real life and how it can enhance our workplaces, relationships, and communities.
How to Break Bad Habits (New York-Presbyterian) Dr.Heidi Allison Bender, a neuropsychologist at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, explains how the brain forms habits and offers tips for modifying habits and sticking to your goals.
Physical Wellbeing
Diabetes Fundamentals: Small Steps for Better Health
November 9-15. In recognition of American Diabetes Month and World Diabetes Day, Cornell Wellness invites you to participate in their Diabetes Fundamentals Campaign. This week-long campaign offers activities designed to help you learn about diabetes, understand your risk, incorporate movement, care for your feet, and create a realistic plan for healthy change.
The Science of Sleep: Understanding Sleep and Its Impact on Your Health(Weill Cornell Medicine)
November 3, 5-6pm, virtual. This session will cover how sleep affects the brain and body, the connection between sleep and mental health, common sleep disorders and warning signs, healthy sleep habits, and when it may be time to seek professional care.
Balance and Stability for the Long Haul Thursdays through November 19, 11:30-12:30pm, virtual. This free series is appropriate for all fitness levels, and you do not need any specialty equipment to participate. Open to all faculty, staff, retirees, and their spouses/partners; no Cornell Wellness membership needed.
Take Us Home Expands Five New Meals This Fall Cornell Dining's Take Us Home offers chef-prepared, ready-to-heat meals that provide a convenient option for students, faculty, and staff looking for a quick meal on campus or at home. Look for five new meal options joining three existing favorites.
Should You Get One of the New COVID Vaccines? (NewYork-Presbyterian) Dr. Joseph T. Cooke, chairman of the Department of Medicine at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens and an associate professor of clinical medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College, answers questions about the updated COVID vaccines, including who is eligible, potential side effects and when to get vaccinated.
Relationships
Perinatal Mental Health: Supporting Your Mental and Emotional Experience
November 5, 12-1pm, virtual. Join Casey Benson LCSW, PMH-C, from Cornell Faculty Staff Assistance Program, for an engaging conversation about the emotional realities of pregnancy and new parenthood. Explore common perinatal mental health challenges and learn how to recognize the difference between normal adjustment and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
First Fridays of Ithaca November 6, 6-9pm, Ithaca 5 & Dime, 619, W. State St., Ithaca. First Fridays of Ithaca is a monthly social networking event for diverse professionals of Central New York. It’s a great opportunity to network and socialize with your colleagues and make new connections.
Create and Connect Fridays - Knitting with Diana Hackett
November 13, 3-5pm, Mann Library. Looking for a fun way to unwind, try something new, and connect with others? Join thisseries of free, drop-in crafting sessions at Mann Library!
Cornell Dining's Take on Indigenous Cuisine
November 10, 5-8:30pm, Morrison Dining. Ǫgwahǫwéhneha:ˀ gyǫhéhgǫh, or Food of the Original People, features traditional foods of the Gayogo̱hó:nǫʼ along with several foods from across the Pasifika diaspora.
Hosted by Cornell Dining in partnership with the American Indian and Indigenous Studies Program (AIISP) and Cornell Botanic Gardens. Regular dinner pricing (meal swipes, BRBs, MealChoice, or credit card) applies.
Annual Celebration of Gratitude Dinner
November 26, 11:30am - 2:30pm, Morrison Dining. All Cornellians and friends are invited to the 38th Annual Celebration of Gratitude Dinner on Thanksgiving Day at Morrison Dining. There are two seatings and all tickets must be purchased in advance.
Financial Wellbeing
Naming Your Beneficiaries: Why It Matters(TIAA)
November 11, 2pm, virtual. Learn how to make informed decisions based on legal issues, financial goals, and personal wishes in this program designed for Cornell employees.
Strategies That Can Help You Save Money (Fidelity)
November 17, 10am, virtual. Learn different ways to budget, save, and manage debt to help you feel more in control of your money in this program designed for Cornell employees.
Occupational Wellbeing
New AI Tools Coming The university will offer several new AI tools to faculty, students, and staff over the coming months as part of the Cornell AI Initiative. The tools will be introduced alongside ongoing work across the university to ensure they are used responsibly, appropriately, and in ways that advance Cornell’s mission.
Inclusive Excellence Academy Workshops Available Upon Request Workshops can be facilitated for any college, unit, team, or work group interested. A minimum of 10 participants is required, and the workshops can be facilitated virtually or in person for the Ithaca-based campus only with the requestor arranging the location.
Environmental Wellbeing
Acorn Processing Workshop
November 14, 1-3pm, Nevin Welcome Center. Acorns have been utilized as a food resource by many different people and cultures for millennia. This workshop will provide some background about the nutritional value of acorns, the history of their usage by humans, and steps to make them edible.
Wreaths and Winter Greens
December 5, 10am-12pm or 1-3pm, Nevin Welcome Center. Join this tour of the Mullestein Winter Garden and make an evergreen wreath to take home in this special holiday program.
Helping Others
Volunteer Opportunity: Be a Juror in Cornell Law School's Mock Trials Cornell Law School’s Trial Advocacy class is seeking volunteers to serve as jurors in a mock trial simulation on Saturday, November 14 and Sunday, November 15, 8:45am - 4:30pm. Participants will receive $40 at the end of the day as a token of appreciation. If you would like to sign up or have questions, please email clinicalprograms@cornell.edu.
Take a Break
4-H Crafting: Small Book Binding November 11, 6:30-8pm, CCE Tompkins. Learn the art of binding book pages to create a small booklet to use for portable art creations, journaling, and more.
Frozen Apple
November 28, 12pm, Madison Square Garden. This biennial college ice hockey event features the Cornell University Big Red men's hockey team at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
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