Lauren N.
My favorite thing to do in Ithaca is go to Stewart Park to sit on a bench and spend time with my boyfriend. It is a beautiful viewpoint to look at Cayuga Lake and you can often catch some really pretty sunsets on the water.
My favorite memory so far was parents weekend this year. My twin sister came up and surprised me, and she even got to play her instrument with me at the football and hockey games.
My family inspires me the most. They have always believed in me and helped me to believe in myself. Shoutout to my sister, mom, dad, and grandparents! I truly would not be here without their love and support.
My favorite class so far has been CRP 1103: Observing the City. It was very hands-on and got me to explore Ithaca ranging from the Commons to the wastewater treatment plant. I also got to meet a lot of the kids in my major as we split off into smaller groups.
The Organization of Urban and Regional Studies usually takes a once-a-semester trip. In the fall of 2023, we went to Pittsburgh for a 3-day, 2-night trip to explore the city. We got to meet with alumni over dinner, take guided tours around the college areas, and visit the nearby trolley museum. We even had free time to explore the city without guidelines.
I believe that the beautiful campus makes the Cornell experience unique. Walking from North Campus to Central Campus is always so breathtaking as the sound of the falls floats from the background. Having our own botanical gardens shows the overwhelming beauty and size of campus, as well as wonderful geographic features such as the Libe slope.
My favorite spot in Ithaca is Ithaca Falls. It is nestled into Lake Street, but the view takes my breath away every time.
My favorite class so far has been CRP 1103: Observing the City. It was very hands-on and got me to explore Ithaca ranging from the Commons to the wastewater treatment plant. I also got to meet a lot of the kids in my major as we split off into smaller groups.
The Organization of Urban and Regional Studies usually takes a once-a-semester trip. In the fall of 2023, we went to Pittsburgh for a 3-day, 2-night trip to explore the city. We got to meet with alumni over dinner, take guided tours around the college areas, and visit the nearby trolley museum. We even had free time to explore the city without guidelines.
I believe that the beautiful campus makes the Cornell experience unique. Walking from North Campus to Central Campus is always so breathtaking as the sound of the falls floats from the background. Having our own botanical gardens shows the overwhelming beauty and size of campus, as well as wonderful geographic features such as the Libe slope.
My favorite spot in Ithaca is Ithaca Falls. It is nestled into Lake Street, but the view takes my breath away every time.
I would say that my favorite dining hall to eat at is Morrison dining hall because of the variety of options. My favorite thing to order using Big Red Bucks is an orange chicken burrito served at Terrace in the Statler Hotel every Wednesday and Friday.
I am part of the Organization of Urban and Regional Studies; Architecture, Art, and Planning Ambassadors; Architecture, Art, and Planning Community Crew; Big Red Thon; Big Red Marching Band; Big Red Pep Band; Cornell University Indoor Drumline; and JAM Program House Resident.
My favorite thing about Cornell is the community. I always felt like I had struggled to fit in when I was in high school. Now, I feel like I have found my place and I feel beyond blessed with the amazing connections I have made with peers and professors across the University.
The College of Art, Architecture, and Planning is a great fit for me because of the amazing professors and the unique opportunities that are available to get involved with other students. The low student-to-faculty ratio for my major encourages me to have more personal conversations with my professors and TAs. Getting involved in Ambassadors and Community Crew for my college lets me live out my dream of being a tour guide while building connections with other students and being a familiar face for students as they make their arrival at Cornell.
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