Insidehighered iconInsidehigheredSep 14, 2026

When Are Students Better Off Offline?

03:00 AM Cornell University's new initiative asks students to rethink their tech habits—and when screens may interfere with learning, attention and social connection.

When Are Students Better Off Offline?

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03:00 AM Cornell University's new initiative asks students to rethink their tech habits—and when screens may interfere with learning, attention and social connection.

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03:00 AM Cornell University's new initiative asks students to rethink their tech habits—and when screens may interfere with learning, attention and social connection.

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