Resolution 5: Single-Use Plastic Phaseout 

Abstract: This resolution proposes that Cornell University phase out single-use plastics and adopt sustainable alternatives across campus operations.

Sponsored by: Ameera Aftab.

Reviewed by: CCITE, 03/05/2026.

Reviewed by: Campus Codes Committee (CCC), 12/10/2025, discussed and revised in the University Assembly on January 27, 2026 and March 17, 2026, and by the CCC on March 11, 2026.

Reviewed by: Campus Codes Committee (CCC), 12/10/2025, discussed and revised in the University Assembly on January 27, 2026 and March 17, 2026, and by the CCC on March 11, 2026.

Whereas, Cornell University was founded as an institution where “any person could find instruction in any study”,

Abstract: This resolution addresses the administration’s failure to recognize the Campus Codes Committee’s oversight role in the process of reviewing and revising the Student Code of Conduct.

Sponsored by: Paul Nadasdy

Reviewed by: Campus Codes Committee (CCC), 12/10/2025, discussed and revised in the University Assembly on January 27, 2026 and March 17, 2026, and by the CCC on March 11, 2026.

Abstract: Resolution to amend the Employee Assembly Bylaws to reflect minor changes in operating procedures, update references to leadership roles to current titles, formalize the Employee Assembly Priority Poll Committee as a standing committee, and clarify non-voting and ex-officio member status on standing committees.