The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

Surrounded by the Best... Here's How I Found My Place!

Cornell brings together students who were the top of their class, leaders in their communities, and incredibly driven individuals. It is easy to fall into the trap of comparing yourself to them.

Aidan Solomon (ats95)

Aidan, an aspiring veterinarian from Baldwinsville, New York, is an animal science major in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. He enjoys Ithaca's beautiful hiking trails and recommends that students take advantage of the many university resources available to help them succeed.

Finding My Way to Pre-Med at Cornell as a First-Gen, Low-Income Student

I didn’t come into Cornell knowing I was pre-med. Actually, I wasn’t even sure I was allowed to say I was pre-med yet .I just knew I was curious about how the environment affects people. And somehow that slowly turned into medicine.

Finding Community as a QuestBridge Student at Cornell

Whether it comes from friendships, student organizations, academic support systems, or quiet moments alone, your version of community should be whatever helps you feel welcomed here.

Misconceptions about Research

Often, people believe that working at a research lab looks a certain way: lab coats, microscopes, and vials.
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