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Preparing for the Next Step

My Experience Studying Pre-Med at Cornell

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Emilie S.

When I came to Cornell, I knew that following the pre-med path would be challenging. I can proudly say that I have been accepted into medical school, and here are some of the things that made that possible for me.

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Stay excited, seek support

What I Wish I Knew Senior Year

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Yuka C.

Senior year was supposed to be a grind, then a victory lap. Here are some of the things I wish I had known beforehand.

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Rachel Zhang ’27 and Jason Cho ’27 practice pickleball at Pickleball Mania at the Shops at Ithaca Mall.
Fun, Fitness, and Homework

My Typical Weekend as a College Student

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Rachel Z.

Weekends as a college student are a balance between chaos and calm. Read on to learn about the importance of pickleball for destressing and reserving time for calming rituals.

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New start, new city

From Hill to Hill: My DC Start with Cornell

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Gargi S.

I decided to spend my first semester in Washington, D.C., through the Brooks School of Public Policy’s DC Start program. Before I knew it, I was learning to navigate a whole new city, a new program, and a new version of myself.

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Find your Niche

My Favorite Study Spots on Campus

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Katie W.

I’m Katie, a junior in Arts & Sciences, and as someone who has spent countless hours studying in almost every study spot and library on campus these past two years, I feel qualified to share with you all the best study spots I have found.

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Outside your comfort zone

My Favorite Class

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Emily F.

My favorite class last semester was AMST 3370: American Theater on Stage and Screen II (1960-Present). This class examined how theater responds to historical events and the process of play adaptation from script to screen.

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Learning beyond the classroom

A Cornell Engineer’s Path Through ROTC and Global Study

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Joe B.

As a Cornell Engineer, I have received a top-notch education, and I am progressing well towards becoming a Civil Engineer. Although I knew I’d make regular progress at Cornell, I have also learned about a wide array of things that I never thought about or considered when I was in high school.

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The new Martin Y. and Margaret Lee Tang Hall: Students work on a project together in a study space.
Balancing Priorities

Managing Your Time as a Busy Student

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Katie W.

Time management can be a difficult skill to master as a busy student with constantly changing responsibilities, tasks, commitments, and time constraints. At Cornell, many students are heavily involved in extracurriculars and it's important to balance your schedule accordingly.

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Prepare for the March Deadline

Planning for Your Cornell Transfer Application

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Kyle D., Senior Associate Director of Admissions

When applying as a transfer applicant, it's important to plan ahead. We'll share several resources that you may find helpful as you navigate the transfer application process.

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