Updates

June 29, 2026

As this accelerated phase of transformation comes to a close, our principles of continuous improvement and innovation must continue.

June 29, 2026

Cornell leaders share an update about the conclusion of this phase of Resilient Cornell, highlighting more than $350 million in long-term budget relief and outlining continued efforts to innovate, continuously improve, and strengthen the university’s financial sustainability.

June 5, 2026

In this video, Interim Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Sean Moeller provides updates on progress and the conceptual model from the HR work group.

June 5, 2026

Design teams within the IT Work Group have prepared recommendations in draft reports.

June 3, 2026

New offerings from HR are designed to support employees and managers as change continues across the university.

May 26, 2026

Final workforce planning is under way as leaders prepare to implement changes.

April 27, 2026

The university received approximately 170 applications for the program, and final decisions will be shared with employees on or around May 18.

April 27, 2026

The new network brings efficiencies and enhancements to career development at Cornell while improving access for all students.

April 14, 2026

New operating models are being finalized and will be implemented in June.

March 23, 2026

The university is extending a limited VRI to qualifying staff members, ranging from staff with 10 to 50 years of service who are age 62 years or older. Participation is capped at 175 individuals.

March 18, 2026

President Kotlikoff and Provost Bala share the most recent updates from Resilient Cornell.

March 17, 2026

Video recordings with key administrators provide a Resilient Cornell overview and updates on progress and conceptual models from work groups.

March 10, 2026

The Provost's Steering Committee work groups are applying a shared core-common-unique framework as they work to refine their models for restructuring Cornell's work.

March 10, 2026

The university will launch a limited Voluntary Retirement Incentive program. More information, including about eligibility and how to apply, will be available on March 23.

February 24, 2026

Resilient Cornell design groups are working with colleges and units to move through a structured process to finalize operating model designs, plan for workforce impacts, and begin implementing new models.

February 11, 2026

Cross‑campus operational changes aimed at improving efficiency, reducing duplication, and strengthening the university’s long‑term financial stability will help the university weather current and future financial challenges.

February 10, 2026

The work groups established by the Provost's Steering Committee have developed initial operating models.

January 28, 2026

Alumni Affairs and Development introduced “6 for the Future,” a key Resilient Cornell initiative aimed at boosting revenue, streamlining university operations, and enhancing expertise across colleges and units.

January 13, 2026

Michael Henderson has been appointed as Cornell’s Associate Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer, providing unified procurement leadership across all university campuses.

January 8, 2026

President Kotlikoff provides an update on the Resilient Cornell efforts in his January 8, 2026, address to staff.

December 3, 2025

Work groups on Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing and Communications, and Finance and General Administration will help to shape Cornell’s future-state operating models.

October 16, 2025

Cornell leaders outline a new phase of financial and operational restructuring aimed at long-term stability, including cost reductions, reimagined workflows, and the creation of cross-campus committees to improve efficiency without compromising academic excellence.

September 29, 2025

Provost Bala invites faculty and staff to submit ideas for streamlining processes and improving operations, building on feedback from campus town halls focused on reimagining university operations for long-term stability.

August 22, 2025

Cornell leaders outline immediate and multi‑phase actions to address severe fiscal pressures.

June 18, 2025

University leaders advise that unprecedented funding disruptions and rising costs require immediate financial austerity across all campuses to stabilize Cornell’s finances and preserve institutional strength amid sustained external threats.