Dean of Students Office

As Dean of Students, Jenny works to support a diverse student body by overseeing student advising, services, well-being, organizations, events, and programs.

Prior to her current role she served as the Associate Director for Graduate Legal Studies at Cornell Law School. Jenny spent over thirteen years at Wake Forest University Law School, first as coordinator of J.D. Admissions and Financial Aid, and then as International and Graduate Programs manager.

Jenny earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from University of North Carolina at Greensboro and a Masters of Arts in English Language and Literature/Letters from Wake Forest University Graduate School.

Contact Information

126 Hughes Hall
1-(607) 253-7511
law.dos@cornell.edu

In her role, Director of Student Services & Advising, Marcie will have primary responsibility for student counseling on course selection, degree requirements, and non-academic factors that impact academic, personal, and professional success. She also will support students with navigating the disability accommodations process, as well as with crisis prevention, including wellness, and crisis management.

Marcie joins the Dean of Students Office with extensive experience in student services. She has worked at both the Cornell College of Engineering and the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business. Marcie has advised students regarding curriculum, academic, and personal matters as well as collaborated with Cornell Health, Title IX, and the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards to enhance the student experience.

Marcie earned her Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education from SUNY Cortland. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, “Cricket” two sons, Alex and Daniel, her brother, her nieces, and her beloved four-legged best friend, Beau.

Contact Information

126 Hughes Hall
1-(607) 254-5558
law.dos@cornell.edu

Daniel Nemeth-Neumann joined Cornell Law School as Director of Student Services & Advising in February 2025. Prior to joining Cornell Law, Dan worked at Onondaga Community College as the Assistant Dean of Students and Title IX Coordinator.  Dan also has experience working in student affairs at the University of Maine, University of Akron, and Case Western Reserve University. Dan has taught a course in bar preparation at the Akron School of Law and construction management at Onondaga Community College.

Dan earned both a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and master’s degree in structural engineering from Case Western Reserve University. In addition, he earned a master’s degree in higher education from Kent State University and a juris doctorate degree from the Akron School of Law. Dan is admitted to the Ohio bar.

Dan lives in Syracuse, NY with his husband, Chase. In his spare time, Dan enjoys camping, canoeing, board games, building Lego, and taking care of his four fresh water fish tanks.

Contact Information

126 Hughes Hall
1-(607) 254-1646

law.dos@cornell.edu

Josh is a dedicated professional with a background in Psychology and Criminal Justice, having earned his degree from Elmira College. With experience as the Student Services Assistant in the ILR Office of Student Services, he brings a strong understanding of academic support and student engagement. Outside of work, Josh enjoys spending time with his fiancé, Miah, and their two cats, Coco and Jerry. Josh has a passion for horror movies, video games and traveling. He’s always seeking his next thrilling adventure on screen, in-game or in-person!

Contact Information

126 Hughes Hall
1-(607) 255-1815
law.dos@cornell.edu

Kate Rancruel serves as our Office Coordinator, with a master’s in economics and a degree in Business Administration. Following 12 + years of experience in banking, Kate moved to Ithaca with her husband and joined the Law School team. She is passionate about helping students and enjoys travel, family time, movies, and animals.

Contact Information

126 Hughes Hall
1-(607) 254-8839
law.dos@cornell.edu

We are committed to all law students’ academic success. We host a variety of individual and group programs to provide students opportunities to develop and practice the skills needed to do so.

Learn more about academic support services available at the Law School.

We assist students seeking disability accommodations by serving as a liaison between the university’s Student Disability Services Office and the law faculty Administrative Committee, which (anonymously) reviews and decides upon accommodation requests.

Get additional information about accessibility and accommodations on the current students website.

We counsel students on a range of academic and personal matters. We support students in celebratory and challenging times. Students seeking support start with the Dean of Students Office and we will direct you to the most appropriate resources.

Visit the current student community website to learn more about advising.

The Dean of Students Office organizes Convocation, the individual graduate recognition ceremony for graduates in all degree programs.

Detailed information is on the current students website.

Cornell Law School is one of the most diverse top law school’s in the country. We host a variety of programs and initiatives to help students navigate differences and cultivate a culture of inclusion, beginning with Orientation. Annual events include Building Bridges: Intergroup Dialogue Project; Candid Conversations at Cornell; Annual Reception for Alumni and Students of Color; and a biannual Law Student Experience Survey to assess climate and students’ sense of belonging. Learn more about our legacy of diversity and inclusion.

We coordinate Orientation programming to introduce students to the vast resources available at the Law School and University, to help new students connect with their classmates as well as our faculty and staff, and to prepare students for what to expect in their classes.

Student organizations are central to student life and engagement in the Law School. We support more than 40 student organizations that host hundreds of programs a year with outside speakers from around the country and world.

The Dean of Students and Registrar’s offices help students navigate the bar exam certification process. The Dean of Students Office presents programs featuring state bar representatives and the bar exam coordinator in the Registrar’s Office helps students submit the forms their jurisdictions require.

Find additional details and forms on the current students website.

Students who are concerned about institutional equity, discrimination, or sexual harassment or violence are encouraged to consult with the university’s Title IX Office and may report concerning conduct anonymously. Our office hosts informational programs with the Title IX Office at Orientation and throughout the year, as well as helps students access the resources that the office offers.

Learn more about how Law School students can access Title IX support on the current students website.

Law school, like the practice of law itself, provides an almost unique level of intellectual stimulation. However, it is also a demanding endeavor that requires enormous investments of time and effort, which can cause anxiety and related problems.

Among law schools, Cornell Law School is a leader in recognizing that teaching habits that foster good health and effective time and stress management skills are a critical part of legal education.

Whether cosponsoring weekly yoga with CLSA, or providing a quiet space for students with the Wellness Room in our office, hosting a Wellness Walks with the dean of students, or providing logistical support for Let’s Talk and Let’s Meditate, we are committed to helping students focus on all aspects of wellbeing. Healthy law students become healthy lawyers and we help you cultivate those healthy practices throughout your time with us.

Learn more about wellness resources available at Cornell Law School.