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"Welcome to the Center for Real Estate and Finance, the foremost venue for real estate practitioners, researchers, and students." Read More


COVID-19 insights and tools for the hospitality industry

The Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration has developed a collection of resources to equip all sectors of the hospitality industry with tools and guidance as its leaders continue to navigate the unprecedented impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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CREF Student Experience

The Center for Real Estate and Finance provides students with a variety of opportunities to stay actively engaged in the real estate and financial industry. Learn More


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Support our mission and advance the next generation of new knowledge through the Center for Real Estate and Finance’s research activities.

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Sponsorships

Shape the future of real estate by supporting center events and programs that enhance our students’ educational experience outside of the classroom.

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Members

Become an advisory board member and interact with leading practitioners, offer industry perspectives, and gain insight from researchers and academics.

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Members in the News

CREF Advisory Board members and their companies are often featured in the news as thought leaders in their fields. Here, at the Center for Real Estate and Finance, we are proud to recognize their accomplishments. Please take a moment to learn more about our members!

Congratulations!

CREF advisory board member Kate Henriksen ’96 has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Co-Chief Investment Officer at RLJ Lodging Trust!

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February 1, 2023

Roseville Junction hotels revealed

Featuring Nirav Shah, MMH ’05, Regional Vice President, Development, Hyatt

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January 27, 2023

Report: New W Hotel Is Coming to Universal Orlando

Featuring Board Member Company Buccini Pollin

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CREF News and Updates

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December 18, 2023

Fostering Future Leaders: AREC and DAIRE’s 2023 NYC Career Trek

Student real estate clubs, AREC and DAIRE, visited New York City on an experiential learning trek with support from Cornell’s Center for Real Estate and Finance (CREF).

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December 12, 2023

Diversity and Inclusion in Real Estate 2023 Fall Career Trek

The Center for Real Estate and Finance encourages diversity and inclusion in Real Estate by supporting the DAIRE 2023 Fall Career Trek to New York City

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November 29, 2023

Cornell Real Estate Club Visits Industry Leaders in Boston

Career trek participants networked with real estate professionals, gained company insights , and learned about the Boston real estate market.

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