Jane Swanson

Jane Swanson is a key figure in community engagement and government relations at Cornell Tech. She currently serves as the Director of Government and Community Relations at Cornell Tech, a position she has held since July 2024.3 Prior to this recent promotion, she was the Assistant Director of Government and Community Relations for several years.

Swanson plays a crucial role in fostering connections between Cornell Tech and the local community, particularly on Roosevelt Island where the campus is located. Her responsibilities include:

1. Acting as a liaison between Cornell Tech and Roosevelt Island residents.5
2. Facilitating community engagement initiatives, such as matching Cornell Tech students with local seniors for one-on-one tech support.2
3. Coordinating events and programs that bring together Cornell Tech and the Roosevelt Island community.1

Swanson has been instrumental in integrating Cornell Tech into the Roosevelt Island community since the campus opened. She has worked to reassure residents and build positive relationships between the institution and its neighbors.4 Her efforts have included organizing service-learning courses, where Cornell Tech students collaborate with local organizations to address community needs.1

With her extensive experience in community relations, Swanson has been with Cornell Tech for over 10 years3, demonstrating her commitment to fostering strong ties between the academic institution and its surrounding community.