Cornell University ILR School

Cornell University ILR School The ILR School is transforming the future of work by preparing leaders, informing policy and improving working lives.

As the preeminent educational institution in the world focused on work, employment, and labor, we are dedicated to generating and disseminating knowledge that improves the lives of workers and transforms the future of work. As a New York land-grant college, we positively impact individuals and society through:
■ Teaching: Creating an engaging and challenging learning environment focused on the de

velopment of critical-thinking and problem-solving skills; that develops the next generation of leaders
■ Research: Generating innovative and relevant research in the social sciences; focused on work, employment, and labor; that influences public policy, informs organizational strategy and improves professional practice
■ Outreach: Applying thought-leadership and research into practice for workers, unions, organizations and communities

09/03/2026

In this video from the most recent "MILR Women in Leadership" event, alum Laura Watterson, Chief HR Officer of Andersen Corporation, talks about how the ILR School's MILR program taught her critical thinking, preparing her for success in the HR workforce.

Advice for prospective and incoming students?

➡ "Make the most of every opportunity. Embrace the experience. Ask questions, get to know the folks around you. No matter what, I think you're going to be better prepared for the world."

Applications are open NOW! Apply today: https://www.ilr.cornell.edu/programs/graduate-degree-programs/master-industrial-and-labor-relations-milr?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=milr

Who’s ready for the ‘ber months? 🍁🐻
09/02/2026

Who’s ready for the ‘ber months? 🍁🐻

Please help us extend a warm welcome to two new ILR faculty members, Greg Distelhorst, associate professor in the Depart...
08/28/2026

Please help us extend a warm welcome to two new ILR faculty members, Greg Distelhorst, associate professor in the Department of Global Labor and Work, and Anaïs Fabre, assistant professor in the Department of Economics! 👋

“It is a pleasure to have Professors Distelhorst and Fabre joining the ILR faculty,” said Alexander Colvin, Ph.D. ’99, the Kenneth F. Kahn ’69 Dean and Martin F. Scheinman ’75, M.S. ’76, Professor of Conflict Resolution at the ILR School.

“They will reinforce important areas of research strength for us in international labor and in labor economics. They will also be excellent additions to our classrooms, extending and enhancing the courses that we can offer to our students.”

Read more: https://www.ilr.cornell.edu/news/faculty/two-new-faculty-members-join-ilr-2026-27?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=awareness

The ILR School is excited to share the sixth annual New York at Work report. 📈This year's report features data and insig...
08/26/2026

The ILR School is excited to share the sixth annual New York at Work report. 📈

This year's report features data and insights on such topics and issues as: AI in the fashion industry, climate jobs and clean energy, living wage in Tompkins County, employment in Erie County, mental health support for construction workers, disability and justice-impacted employment, TPS workers, the impacts of unpaid caregiving work and more.

Read the full report: https://www.ilr.cornell.edu/public-impact/2025-26-new-york-work?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=awareness

Rest in peace, Dolly Parton. ❤️
08/25/2026

Rest in peace, Dolly Parton. ❤️

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