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April 19, 2023
It is hard to believe we are nearly one month away from the start of Senior Days and Commencement celebrations. As we continue supporting our students and wrapping up the many projects and initiatives for the semester, please remember to take time for yourselves as you can, get outside to enjoy the spring weather, and reenergize yourself and teams – including next week’s staff event at the Cornell Softball game on April 26 at 4pm.Â
Looking forward, we continue to seek ways to spotlight our phenomenal SCL staff. Please help us identify outstanding staff (including our student staff) who contribute to inspiring transformation across our campus. Please submit your nomination using this link. We are encouraging submissions on a rolling basis.
In the newsletter below, take a moment to read about recent staffing updates and news from around the division. Take a look at upcoming events and opportunities to connect, review reminders from our HR teams, and view resources to support students. 
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Welcome, New SCL Staff, Promotion Celebrations, and Opportunities
Have you recently welcomed a new team member and want to give them a shout out? Let us know.Â
Einhorn Center Welcomes New Team MembersÂ
The David M. Einhorn Center for Community Engagement recently welcomed Jacob Dillabaugh as Assistant Director of the Engaged College Initiative and Whitney Tassie as Grants and Awards Coordinator as well as three additional role updates. Meet the entire team here. Â
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Cornell University Service of RemembranceÂ
The Office of Spirituality and Meaning-Making, in collaboration with campus partners, will host Cornell University’s annual Service of Remembrance on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 3:30pm in Sage Chapel. Read here for additional details.
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Congratulations to Chef Adam June
Cook House Chef Adam June was recently awarded a gold medal at the recent NACUFS (National Association of Collegiate and University Food Service) regional culinary competition. Adam worked extremely hard in the run-up to this competition (his first!), and we are all so proud of him. Congratulate him when you see him.  Â
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Break and Learn: A Panel Discussion Across Diverse Asian/Asian American ExperiencesÂ
Join the Dept. of Inclusion & Belonging, for Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month as Asian/Asian American identifying staff voices and lived experiences are elevated now and year-round. Learn from the panelists – and SCL team members -Perdita Das-Humphrey, Huey Hsiao, and Nancy Martinsen as you deeply consider what allies can do to ensure our Asian/Asian American identifying colleagues are experiencing true belonging. Attendees can register to attend May 4th or May 9th. Â
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SCL Staff Volunteer Opportunities
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Get to know Karli Buday
Director of Campus Activities & Area Coordinator for the Special Olympics
Karli Buday was recently awarded Volunteer of the Year by the United Way of Tompkins County for her work with the Special Olympics. Karli has been a volunteer for the Special Olympics since 2013 and enjoys supporting the Tompkins County and Courtland County areas in facilitating 14-15 sports on a three-season cycle. Karli serves as an Area Coordinator and looks forward to supporting all of the participants in the region. “I really appreciate the model of the Special Olympics which is based on ability and not disability,” she says. “We base it on what participants can do instead of what they have been told they can’t do.” Â
Karli identifies as having an invisible disability and was fortunate to have a support system while growing up to help her navigate the disparities in support from her local school system. She serves with the goal of giving the same support she received to the Special Olympic community. Â
Karli is grateful to the Cornell campus community for their sponsorship, resources and participation in the Special Olympics over the years. Many Cornell and SCL staff and students regularly volunteer for the games and all staff are welcome to support this important cause. Sign up to volunteer individually/as a group for the June 9-10 games here.Â
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Notes & Reminders Â
Review Performance Dialogue InformationThe performance dialogue provides an important opportunity for Cornell employees and supervisors to discuss job performance expectations and career development opportunities. Keep an eye out for more information and connect with your supervisor or our SCL HR team with questions.
Stay Up to Date with Your Eskalera ModulesSCL utilizes a series of skill-building modules from our partner Eskalera to help each of us strive towards creating truly inclusive teams, where individuals feel a sense of belonging, connectedness and psychologically safe. Please keep an eye on your inbox for Learning Circle invitations and as new modules are released.Â
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Resources & Staff Opportunities
Out of the Darkness Campus Walk
The Out of the Darkness Campus Walks are the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's (AFSP) signature student fundraising series, designed to engage youth and young adults in the fight to prevent suicide, a leading cause of death. There will be a mental health resource fair and guest speakers prior to the two-mile walk or roll. Participate virtually or in-person on April 30. Register here.Â
Share Your Thoughts: Transportation Equity Needs Assessment SurveyÂ
The Tompkins County Transportation Equity Coalition is conducting a survey to understand our community’s transportation needs and experiences and learn what changes might help. Results of the survey will be presented and made available to the public by the end of the summer. Share your thoughts today.
April is Alcohol Awareness MonthÂ
This month, check out the Cornell Wellness Alcohol Awareness Campaign - You're Not Alone. For more guidance with alcohol consumption and the impacts on short and long-term health, or interest in the sources used to provide the information above, contact Derek Fiacco, Cornell Wellness Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.Â
Conversations with the Office of General Counsel InviteÂ
Faculty and staff across Cornell’s campuses are invited to take part in Conversations with the Office of General Counsel (OGC), a new workshop series to discuss common legal challenges in higher education and to share practical advice for navigating law and policy matters. Designed by OGC teams, the educational series launches with workshops covering such areas as diversity, equity and inclusion; defense and indemnification; contracts; and data rights.
Events with Cornell Recreation ConnectionÂ
Looking for something fun to do during lunch? Join the Cornell Recreation Connection group for a virtual lunchtime game on April 26! This month's featured game is Family Feud. More info here.
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Below are great resources to share with students across campus to help them engage with our campus, find opportunities to support their passions and work, build community, and more.Â
Know an Outstanding Graduating Senior? Tell us!Â
Have you worked, or are working with an amazing graduating student? Help SCL celebrate them through our senior profile highlights! The SCL comms team is looking to capture student experiences on campus through a reflection on their time at Cornell, how they have engaged in various activities and how they've grown academically and personally. The team is happy to reach out to any seniors you would like to send our way. Please send names and contact information to Stephen D'Angelo sd536@cornell.edu!Â
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