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Student Recommendations: Warm-Weather Activities
We asked admissions ambassadors to share their top picks for warm-weather activities on and off campus.
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Choosing High School Extracurriculars
In high school, one of the best ways to discover new passions is through extracurricular activities.
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From First Acceptance to Lasting Home: My Cornell Story
When I first found out that Cornell would become my collegiate home, I was beyond excited. I remember imagining everything that was ahead of me.
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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.
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Tips for Personalizing Your Room on Campus
At Cornell, your room will be your sanctuary and new home, so decorating it and making it your own is very important.
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Studying Abroad in Rome
One of the most compelling aspects of studying architecture in Rome is how quickly the extraordinary becomes familiar.
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Finding Home Again: Building a Nepali Community at Cornell
What began as a requirement ultimately fulfilled something I had hoped for since childhood: finding a Nepali community within my school.
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The Many Things I'm Excited for New Students to Experience
I still remember the brimming excitement I felt when I was accepted to Cornell, and there’s so much to look forward to once you arrive in Ithaca!
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Surrounded by the Best... Here's How I Found My Place!
Cornell is full of incredibly talented people, but the goal is not to be the person next to you. The goal is to grow into the best version of yourself.
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