Diversity Consortium of Tompkins County,Inc.

The Tompkins County Legislature proudly presented Jerry Stern, Highway Technician for the Highway Division with a proclamation declaring Tuesday, May 6, 2008 to be "Jerry Stern Day in Tompkins County" in honor of Jerry's commitment to diversity.
 

Tompkins County was presented with the 2008 "Employer Appreciation Certificate" by VESID and the New York State Department of Labor for their commitment to providing employment opportunities to individuals with disabilities.

Cornell University was presented with the 2008 "Disability Services Award" by VESID and the New York State Department of Labor for their efforts to provide programs and services for students and staff with disabilities.

Cornell University was as recognized in 2008 by the Association for the Advancement of Retired People as the best place for people over the age of 50 to work.

Cornell University, for the third consecutive year, has been named to Working Mother magazine's list of "100 Best Employers for Working Mothers" in the United States for creating a positive work environment for women, including working mothers.

Cornell has been named by Conceive Magazine as one of the top 50 most family-friendly employers in the United States in 2008 because of the benefits it offers to employees who hope to be parents.