Good morning, Ithaca.

Cornell researchers tested a tiny wireless device (WILD) that records animals’ brainwaves in a natural field near campus, with experiments on mice spanning over two weeks.

The proof-of-concept, detailed in a Sept. 10 Nature Methods paper, will enable new studies of group behaviors outdoors.

Tim Reynolds ’14, an assistant professor in Exercise Science and Athletic Training at Ithaca College, was named NCAA Faculty Athletics Representative on July 23.

In his new role he will help student-athletes balance academic and sports schedules and improve faculty communication — ensuring success in class and on the field.

Ithaca City School District saw a 64% jump in referrals after its statewide cell phone ban required students to store phones in Velcro pouches (only 47% reported less screen time).

At the Sept. 8 board meeting, officials delayed further changes and asked Superintendent Brown to report with more data.

TC3 and SUNY Oswego signed eight transfer agreements on Wednesday, Sept.

9, giving Dryden graduates a direct path to bachelor's programs in several fields. University leaders said the deals will boost student success + create a smoother transfer process.

Ithaca College is set to offer a new Artificial Intelligence B.S. degree while phasing out its Theatre Administration program in favor of a broader Creative Industries option.

Current theatre students will finish their studies as the college adjusts its curriculum to meet emerging interests.

Ithaca College has started its search for a new president as President Cornish will leave on June 30 — a 16-member committee has gathered community input from recent sessions and will interview candidates in Fall before announcing a leader in Spring to begin the term on July 1.

Cornell professor Geoffrey Coates was named a co-winner of the prestigious Balzan Prize for his work turning renewable feedstocks and recovered carbon dioxide into biodegradable polymers.

He said the award will support future research with young scholars.

Cornell senior tight end Ryder Kurtz set program records for touchdowns and receiving yards and earned All-America honors.

In just over a week, he will begin his final season at Schoellkopf Field and aim to boost his NFL draft prospects.

On Friday night at Newman Arena, Cornell earned a 2+1 victory over UCSB as Schaban and captain Miller scored for the Red and UCSB equalized before Miller netted the winning goal in the 87th minute, marking the program's 600th win.

The team will play Akron at 7 p.m. Tuesday.