Esq. ’80, MS ’81
School of Industrial and Labor Relations – Employment and Labor Law, Human Resources Law and Compliance, Employee Relations, Conflict Resolution, Mediation and Arbitration
Interviewed by Isabella Ireland, ILR ’26 on February 22, 2025
In this brief conversation, Leona Barsky shares her journey from Cornell to a career in Employment and Labor Law, Human Resources Law and Compliance, Employee Relations, and Conflict Resolution, Mediation, and Arbitration. She reflects on key experiences that shaped her path and how her time on campus prepared her for life after graduation. You’ll also hear her advice for current students.
Learn more about Leona from ILR: Leona Barsky ’80/M.S. ’81: Working for Equality and ILR Women’s Network.
Presented at Cornell Alumni Leadership Conference (CALC) in Philadelphia, PA.