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First day of classes, Spring 2023
Living & Learning

A Spring Day at the College of Human Ecology

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Hi! I'm Rebecca Karpel, a sophomore from Great Neck, New York. I am a student in the Cornell College of Human Ecology, majoring in Human Development. My career goal is to get a Ph.D.

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Sahara Byrne, assistant professor of communication (COMM), speaks with new students in the Takton Center during Orientation Week.
Support for Students

Five Great Resources for Cornell Students

Peyton DiSiena author photo Peyton D.

Arriving at a college campus can be overwhelming for a plethora of reasons. At Cornell, we have many resources to guide you through your academic journey.

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Unique Organizations

The Magic of Cornell's Annual Rhythms of China

Touchdown Xindi L.

Every spring as the snow and ice melt, Cornell’s student organizations Amber Dance Troupe and Illuminations Dance Troupe put together Rhythms of China, our annual Chinese traditional dance showcase

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Consider an interdisciplinary major

Why the Brooks School Was a Perfect Fit for Me

Gary thumbnail Gary W.

Choosing a college major can be an overwhelming task. With so many fields of study, it can take time to determine what aligns best with your interests and career goals.

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Explore the Community

Why I Chose Cornell

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When people discover that I’m from Hawaii, the most common question I’m followed up with is, What brought you all the way to Cornell? Here, I share the three main reasons that brought me t

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Consider Transferring

Adjusting to Cornell as a Transfer Student

Ariel Majorczyk Ariel M.

Cornell’s vibrant campus became my new home soon after I arrived for new-student orientation. I was terrified.

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From Warm to Cold

Tips for Moving to New York from the Sunshine State

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If there is anything I can prepare you for as a native Floridian at Cornell, it's the winter weather.

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Students at Commencement 2023 for Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy.
Home Away From Home

Finding My Brooks Family

Alice Alice L.

After spending the last seven years at a small, all-girls private school, changing schools—let alone moving across the country to a big university—was a huge transition I hesitated to take on.

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Unique Organizations

Why Cornell Weather is My Favorite Club

Touchdown Nicole C.

One thing I love about Cornell is how diverse and niche many of our clubs are. For more context, I am majoring in Atmospheric Science.

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Signs for the Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy by a purple glass art installation.
Living & Learning

A Fall Day at the Brooks School

Alexandra headshot. Alexandra G.

Hello! I'm Alexandra (Alex), a sophomore from Cortland, New York. I am a student at the Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy.

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