DREAM DEAN! - Rachel Dunifon, Dean of Cornell Human Ecology

Cornell Human Ecology is THRIVING!One reason?Dean Rachel Dunifon is a vibrant force behind the exciting changes and future of the school.Human Ecology has always been forward thinking, graduating students who feel a deep love for their professors and classes, and taking a wide breadth of experience and science based knowledge into the "real world."With her background in psychology and public policy, Dean Dunifon is helping to reshape the future of the school. She played a key role in the redesign of the Martha Van Rensselaer Building, getting the students through the challenges of covid, and identifying areas for further growth within the university and in the community beyond (lookin' at YOU, New York City!).This is your chance to really understand Cornell Human Ecology while also being entertained by great anecdotes and life lessons. We could have talked to her for hours.Despite her busy schedule, which includes conducting her own research, Dean Dunifon prioritizes recreational activities such as running, paddle boarding and attending hockey games, bringing her energy and spirit to the everything she does.And will she sprint up Libe Slope and go up in a hot air ballon? It's been inspiring to hear from Dean Dunifon, who is revolutionizing Human Ecology at Cornell and she is also considering our invitation to be our best friend.She's written a great book called You've Always Been There for Me: Understanding the lives of Grandchildren Raised by Grandparents Special thank you to Gwen Whiting for making this happen and to Lori Isman Greene who gave us lots of exciting news to talk about.You can find more info about Dean Dunifon here:https://www.human.cornell.edu/spotlights/dunifon-named-deanNot sponsored by or affiliated with Cornell University