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Making Cornell Home

Finding My Place: My Transition to Cornell

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Alicia M.

When I packed my bags in Dallas, Texas—a place defined by its skyline, fast pace, and endless options.

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Finding my Community

Debunking Common College Misconceptions- Part Two

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Blake A.

This is Part Two of a two part series, be sure you've read Part One

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Finding Your Path

Debunking Common College Misconceptions- Part One

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Blake A.

Before I started at Cornell, I had a whole mental list of what college was supposed to be like.

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A Global Perspective

Designing a Major as an International Student

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Kingsley A.

I have always been interested in history, law, and politics. I wanted to continue studying issues that were emerging, relevant, and material to my country. It was for these reasons that I sought and discovered the College Scholar Program to design my own interdisciplinary major.

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Broaden Your Learning

How I Chose to Pursue a Minor in the College of Arts & Sciences

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Ines H.

While browsing through the options, I found a unique minor that caters to students interested in law as undergraduates.

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Tips to Stay Warm

Adapting to an Ithaca Winter from a Warmer Climate

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Grace L.

As someone originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, California, I’m used to a much warmer and temperate climate. So, needless to say, my first two years in Ithaca were an adjustment!

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Finding Your Path

My Double Major Experience

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Maya R.

As a senior in high school, nothing is more stressful than having to think about your college application.

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Book Lovers Unite

Why You Should Join the Cornell Literary Society

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Enya G.

“The world was hers for the reading” - Betty Smith, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn.

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Finding balance and getting involved

A Day in the Life as an Arts & Sciences Student

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Ines H.

As a sophomore Sociology student in the College of Arts and Sciences, I balance a full class schedule, but also participate in a variety of activities that allow me to pursue non-academic interests. Join me as I walk you through a typical day!

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