Why Cornell Chose NYC for Its New Campus

The video discusses the development of Cornell Tech, a graduate school on Roosevelt Island, NYC. It highlights the campus's focus on tech, innovation, and entrepreneurship, and its separation from Cornell's undergraduate programs in Ithaca. The choice of NYC is attributed to its status as an entrepreneurial hub, fostering synergy between the two campuses. The video also explores the balance between traditional education and practical work experience, emphasizing Cornell Tech's unique programs like the Runway program, which supports postdocs in starting companies.

What is the primary focus of the new tech campus being built by Cornell University?

How many students is the tech campus expected to accommodate?

What is the significance of New York City in relation to the Cornell Tech campus?

Describe the balance between academic history and practical experience at Cornell Tech.

What role does the Runway program play in the Cornell Tech initiative?