Community & Belonging
Cornellians enjoy small classes for more focused time with their professors and peers, while also getting involved in campus activities that provide community and support, student organizations that foster belonging, and academic and career development resources that guide collegiate years and beyond.
Cornellians come from around the world and find a welcoming, caring community in pursuit of knowledge. As the land-grant institution of New York, we value engagement in our community, our state, and the broader world.
While rich in shared traditions and history, life at Cornell is as unique as each student. There’s a club, activity, program, or organization where you can meet people who share your interests — or where you can just try something new. You’ll have the opportunity to study what you like, while also pursuing your other diverse passions.
With student groups for every identity and interest, you're bound to find a home within a home at Cornell.
Leaving the familiarity of your home and high school years can be challenging. It’s important to prioritize your mental and physical well-being so you can flourish academically and personally at Cornell University.
Cornell’s residential campus community provides all first- and second-year students with everything they need to feel at home as they settle into one of our residence halls or Program Houses. Here, students will find dining, community, and recreation close at hand.
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