Jeffrey R.
Even as an introverted person, I was able to find my friends and community in various ways! Not only have I remained close friends with my first roommate, but I also made friends in the various classes across the first few semesters. Outside of the classroom, I made friends through my campus jobs and while playing with the Footvolley Club.
Not only was I attracted to the Mechanical Engineering major and the classes it included while searching online, but also the many clubs I would get to join and the diversity of the student body itself. I felt like I would really have control over how my future would look, and all those options made me excited to join the Big Red. I also liked Cornell's location on the east coast, as it would be a relatively close drive from home.
My favorite Cornell memory is going to Boston during my first year with the Footvolley Club and competing in a weekend tournament. Not only was this a fun outing for a sport we loved to play, but my teammates and I ended up creating lasting bonds.
My favorite thing about Cornell is that there is an opportunity for almost anything imaginable. Whether it's a sport you play, subject you're interested in, or extracurricular activity you enjoyed throughout high school, Cornell's project teams, club/intramural sports, and hundreds of student-run organizations allow you that chance to get involved.
I love getting out and exploring. Whether it's riding my bike or going on a run, there are many trails, parks, and open land to explore in the Ithaca area. One time I hiked an hour into a nature reserve just to study in the peaceful silence of the forest.
My favorite technical class so far has been MAE2250: Mechanical Synthesis. In the lectures, we learned about product realization, documentation, fabrication processes, and how to use CAD software. Also, I had the opportunity to integrate engineering knowledge with personal experience in a semester-long design project; three classmates and I prototyped a paw cleaner that filled a gap in the current market. Outside of technical coursework, I also enjoyed my PE courses. In bowling, I learned how to bowl with proper technique and put spin on the ball, while in salsa, I learned new steps and moves to follow along with the rhythms of my culture.
My favorite thing about Cornell is that there is an opportunity for almost anything imaginable. Whether it's a sport you play, subject you're interested in, or extracurricular activity you enjoyed throughout high school, Cornell's project teams, club/intramural sports, and hundreds of student-run organizations allow you that chance to get involved.
I love getting out and exploring. Whether it's riding my bike or going on a run, there are many trails, parks, and open land to explore in the Ithaca area. One time I hiked an hour into a nature reserve just to study in the peaceful silence of the forest.
My favorite technical class so far has been MAE2250: Mechanical Synthesis. In the lectures, we learned about product realization, documentation, fabrication processes, and how to use CAD software. Also, I had the opportunity to integrate engineering knowledge with personal experience in a semester-long design project; three classmates and I prototyped a paw cleaner that filled a gap in the current market. Outside of technical coursework, I also enjoyed my PE courses. In bowling, I learned how to bowl with proper technique and put spin on the ball, while in salsa, I learned new steps and moves to follow along with the rhythms of my culture.
I am most productive in the stacks of Olin Library. The silence and individual desks help me concentrate, and I still get a window to look out from.
The bowls from Terrace are second to none. Definitely my favorite spot. On North Campus, however, Morrison sweeps the floor with its many food options.
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