Faculty and Deans

With the ILR School’s 75th anniversary celebration coming to a close, faculty and staff provide a glimpse into the future.

ILR Dean Alex Colvin and Professor Harry Katz discuss the school’s expansion during Katz’s time as dean.

Professor Edward Lawler, a sociologist known for his warmth and leadership as dean, says ILR's mission is timeless.

Labor economist Robert Aronson was part of ILR’s first generation of professors

A self-described “Midwestern pragmatist,” Lou Jean Fleron has dedicated more than 40 years to ILR’s work in Western New York, and she has no intention of letting “retirement” slow her down.

Frank Rhodes Professor and leader of Indian NGO reflects on ILR’s impact.

Student well-being and cross-campus collaborations among topics discussed by Alex Colvin and Kevin Hallock.

The first woman cabinet member was an ILR faculty member for eight years.

Dean Alex Colvin speaks with David Lipsky, ILR alum, professor and former dean.

Despite the world being more distanced, Ian Greer is fostering connections between workers in Ithaca and across the Atlantic.

The ILR School’s Frances Perkins Professor of Industrial and Labor Relations and a professor of economics, Blau has published widely.

ILR’s beloved matriarch, Lois Spier Gray, devoted 72 years to teaching and mentoring thousands of workers. As social justice and labor leaders, many continue her legacy.

An ILR faculty member who helped shape the lives of thousands of students across Cornell, Milton Konvitz encouraged his students to think deeply.

Robert McKersie, who helped shape the school’s trajectory, met with Dean Alex Colvin for a video conversation.

Irving M. Ives, a fixture of the New York State Legislature and the U.S. Senate for nearly 30 years, spent his career championing groundbreaking legislation, the effects of which can still be felt today.

Alice Bacon Grant was a legendary teacher, arbitrator, mentor and friend to many during the 25 years she spent as a faculty member at the ILR School.