Cornell University has a long history of Big Red memorabilia, including stick pins, game tickets, programs, banners, and many other items that celebrate school pride. One longstanding item is the triangular felt pennant, which is usually red and features bold lettering along with a logo or insignia. These pennants have been used in different ways at Cornell, representing general school spirit, athletics, specific colleges or majors, clubs, and class years.

Exhibitions coordinator Kate Carlin of the Rare and Manuscript Collections in the Kroch Library detailed how the display in the Kroch Library rotunda explored the many interpretations of Big Red pennants and banners. The exhibit also includes information on the historical origins of small triangular flags, which date back to the Middle Ages when knights carried them, and later served as communication tools when flown from ship masts.

For more details about the history and significance of Cornell's pennants, additional information is available on the Cornell Alumni website.

Source: Cornell University

Source Type: College

Source Location: Ithaca

Ithaca, NY

https://www.facebook.com/709174307912162/posts/1246828227480098

Cornell Advances Hemp-Based Construction in New York

Cornell pioneers hemp construction materials using innovative equipment for sustainable building.

Cornell Hosts Summit on Energy Transition

Cornell hosts Sustainable Summit on New York energy transition and decarbonization initiatives.

Cornell Unveils CALS Ashley School for Global Development

Cornell announces new Ashley School for Global Development and Environment.

Cornell Students Award $60K to Local Nonprofits

Graduate students awarded $60K in grants to local nonprofits in Tompkins County.

MacLeod Earns Silver in World Chessboxing Championship

Will MacLeod ’26 wins silver for Team USA in chessboxing in Serbia.

Telescopes Launched to Hunt Fast Radio Bursts

GReX telescope prototype uses cake pans to detect fast radio bursts efficiently.

Ovid Library Hosts Food Drive for Seniors

Ovid library food drive supports seniors with local community donations.

Cornell Oncologist Advances Personalized Pancreatic Cancer Treatments

Dr. Siolas researches personalized approaches for pancreatic cancer amid late diagnoses.

Cornell Urges Success in Final Exams

Cornell wishes students well during final exams.