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





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.
kj37 [at] cornell.edu (Kimberly F. Budd )
ahf42 [at] cornell.edu (Amy Finch Elser )
ct635 [at] cornell.edu (Coralia Torres )


