The central hub for computer science administration, events, course support, and more.

The computer science administrative team oversees graduate support, manages tasks from budgeting to course coordination, and organizes events that enrich our community.

Meet the team.

Location: Computing and Information Science Building

A color photo of Rich Bernstein
Richard Bernstein
Programmer/Analyst
Richard Bernstein
Programmer/Analyst
rab38@cornell.edu
Elizabeth Estabrook
Interim Senior Director of Administration for the Departments of Computer Science and Information Science
Elizabeth Estabrook
Interim Senior Director of Administration for the Departments of Computer Science and Information Science
ee54@cornell.edu
Shailja Gaur
Program Assistant
Shailja Gaur
Program Assistant
sg2276@cornell.edu
Erin Grainger
Admissions Associate, M.Eng Program
Erin Grainger
Admissions Associate, M.Eng Program
ehg39@cornell.edu
Randy Hess
Purchasing Assistant
Randy Hess
Purchasing Assistant
rbh27@cornell.edu
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Cameron Kull
Student Services Assistant, Graduate Programs
Cameron Kull
Student Services Assistant, Graduate Programs
cak264@cornell.edu
John Lasseter
Teaching Support Specialist
John Lasseter
Teaching Support Specialist
jhl287@cornell.edu
Anthony Loinaz
Events Coordinator, Department of Computer Science
Anthony Loinaz
Events Coordinator, Department of Computer Science
ARL1@cornell.edu
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Renee Milligan
Assistant Director, Computer Science M.Eng. Program
Renee Milligan
Assistant Director, Computer Science M.Eng. Program
ram25@cornell.edu
Iana Paci
Iana Paci
Administrative Assistant
Iana Paci
Administrative Assistant
ip229@cornell.edu
Melody Padgett
MS/Ph.D. Program Assistant
Melody Padgett
MS/Ph.D. Program Assistant
mlp57@cornell.edu
Becky Stewart
Associate Director of Computer Science MS and Ph.D. Programs
Becky Stewart
Associate Director of Computer Science MS and Ph.D. Programs
rss7@cornell.edu
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Stacey Stone
Assistant to the Chair
Stacey Stone
Assistant to the Chair
sms252@cornell.edu
Corey Torres
Faculty Course Support Specialist
Corey Torres
Faculty Course Support Specialist
ct635@cornell.edu
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Department Units

This team reports directly to the Chair and provides support across key departmental functions. 

The office handles inquiries, manages tenure/promotion processes, coordinates leaves and sabbaticals, and assists with recruitment efforts. They also also organizes colloquia events, manage visiting appointments, implements policies, and oversee budget administration.

Contact the Chair's Office
chair [at] cs.cornell.edu (chair[at]cs[dot]cornell[dot]edu)

Administrative support is available for all aspects of faculty research programs and activities. 

Services include processing travel arrangements and reimbursements, managing equipment and supply purchases, and handling Cornell-related expense claims. Additional assistance covers coordinating departmental events, managing research team meeting spaces, and supporting undergraduate organizations.

Contact Faculty Administration
kmc456 [at] cornell.edu (Kelsey Whiting)
rbh27 [at] cornell.edu (Randy B. Hess )
arl1 [at] cornell.edu (Anthony Loinaz) 
 

Comprehensive support services are available for M.Eng, Ph.D., and MS students throughout their academic journey.

Services include managing admissions, running orientations, and connecting students to campus resources. Support extends to visa assistance, academic advising, appointments, and student organizations, as well as coordination of graduation ceremonies and degree processing.

Contact Academic Services
mlp57 [at] cornell.edu (Melody Lynn Padgett)
ehg39 [at] cornell.edu (Erin Grainger)
Cameron Alice Kull
ram25 [at] cornell.edu (Renee A. Milligan, M.Eng. Program)
rebecca.stewart [at] cornell.edu (Becky Stewart, MS and Ph.D. Program)

Comprehensive course support services are available to help faculty deliver instructional content across Cornell's schools and colleges. 

Services range from booking tutoring spaces and coordinating TA sessions to managing exam logistics and student accommodations. Additional support includes monitoring online platforms, handling course materials, managing equipment sign-outs, and assisting with academic integrity procedures. Staff also ensure proper access to facilities and keep faculty informed of important academic deadlines.

Contact Course Support
kj37 [at] cornell.edu (Kimberly F. Budd )
ahf42 [at] cornell.edu (Amy Finch Elser )
lsl92 [at] cornell.edu (Lacy Jordaens) 
ct635 [at] cornell.edu (Coralia Torres )