At the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, you’ll get the benefits of attending a close-knit school within the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, and the unparalleled experience of being part of the greater Cornell community. In and outside of the classroom, you’ll be supported by dedicated staff and brilliant faculty. Student organizations, campus activities, and Cornell Dyson events will enrich your educational experience.
Innovation can’t happen without inclusion. Developing respectful, equitable business leaders begins by fostering a culture of belonging at Cornell. Dyson student diversity, in all its forms, creates a rich learning environment.
As experts in technology, consulting, finance, and consumer packaged goods, among others, our alumni make the world a better place every day, and their Dyson experience set them on a path of doing business for good. Our current students benefit from networking with alumni as they prepare to join them post-graduation
Live and learn on a vibrant, gorgeous campus full of history, nature, and things to see and do. Ithaca is a thriving college town, and the greater Finger Lakes Region offers adventures of all kinds during every season.
The bustling Ag Quad. An eclectic downtown. Stunning scenery. There’s so much to love about our campus, city, and region. First-year students live in our North Campus neighborhood, a supportive residential community with eateries, social spaces, and more.
Immerse yourself in meaningful learning experiences with Dyson Leadership Program. Leadership Week, an annual spring semester tradition, features forums, presentations, and more. Plus, showcase your problem-solving skills in Map the Challenge, a university-wide competition focused on sustainability.
Meet and network with successful Dyson graduates during FaceTime Friday Alumni Chats. Hosted by our Career Management team, these interactive, information-packed events feature professionals from across industries. Take notes. Ask questions. Follow their lead.
Gain insight from influential leaders, inspiring entrepreneurs, best-selling authors, and other industry experts through the Dyson Dean’s Distinguished Speakers Series. Then discuss and dissect these engaging lectures with your classmates and professors.
You’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow as a leader—and as a person. Cornell Dyson clubs and organizations not only give you a chance to get involved on campus and in the community, but you’ll also hone important professional skills as you participate, plan, and lead.
As Cornell’s premier business ethics and human resources organization, A Seat at the Table (ASATT) explores social issues through a business lens. ASATT hosts a variety of educational events and social activities each year.
Dedicated to equality in finance, Diversity On the Street (DOTS) offers a range of education, networking, and skill-building events. Taking a cue from Cornell’s founding statement, the DOTS motto is “Finance for any person, any study.”
A 100% minority-owned, student-run investment fund, BlackGen Capital creates a pipeline for underrepresented talent in the finance industry. Founded at Cornell in 2019, this growing organization now has chapters across the country.
This student organization collaborates with administration, faculty, and alumni to elevate student voices and enhance the Dyson experience. Aside from its liaison activities, the Council hosts the Better Business Week speaker series each March.
Get empowered to inspire! Leadership development opportunities at Dyson include an interdisciplinary, immersive minor in leadership and a selective undergraduate Leadership Fellows program.
Inclusivity is embedded into Dyson academics and co-curriculars in many ways, from course electives to peer mentoring to a student-led diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) business advisory council for campus organizations.
Connect with faculty members outside the classroom through lunch and learns, dinner conversations, recreational activities, downtown excursions, and other informal gatherings.
Grow your agribusiness experience as a Farm Credit Fellow. You’ll get hands-on experience with all aspects of agricultural lending and financial services, from the field to the office
Get a taste of the food marketing world through onsite visits to manufacturers, distribution centers, and retail outlets locally and around the world.
Within the SC Johnson College of Business you’ll find groups dedicated to investing, real estate, analytics, blockchain, family business, marketing, and more. Write for the Cornell Business Review or do pro-bono consulting with one of many service-oriented organizations.
Dyson’s location within a large university opens many doors for students. With literally thousands of clubs and organizations, you can find your people at Cornell. Whether you want to perform, publish, volunteer, learn, travel, build, game, mentor, advocate, enjoy the outdoors, or get active, there’s a group (or two) for you.
We love to share the faces and spaces of Dyson! Our social feeds feature student and alumni accomplishments, highlight faculty research and expertise, and promote upcoming events and activities. Whether you prefer the visuals of Instagram or the professional approach of LinkedIn, we hope you’ll connect with us on your favorite social platform.
The Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management is not only home to rigorous undergraduate academics, but it’s also a vibrant community of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and partners who work together to make the world a better place.
