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College Myths Debunked

Have you watched too many movies and TV shows that have influenced your expectations of college and college life?
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College of Human Ecology Senior Reflections

As they prepared for Commencement, some of the College of Human Ecology graduating seniors took a moment to share their favorite memories and what they’ll be doing next.
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Questions to Ask on a Campus Tour

Tours are an excellent way to get to know your future college campus and get a first-hand account of the student experience.
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My Favorite Places to Eat on Campus

Hello! I'm Giulia Calabrese, a sophomore at Cornell University’s School of Industrial and Labor Relations.
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My Semester Abroad

Hi, my name is Bentley Wong. I am a junior at the ILR school from Queens, New York City.
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Tips for Getting Around Campus

When I committed to Cornell, I did so without ever setting foot on campus. However, upon arriving here, I quickly realized that Cornell was unlike any typical campus.
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Why I Chose My Major, and What I Love About It

When I tell people that I’m majoring in Classics in the College of Arts & Sciences, the most common follow-up question is what my favorite classic book is – i.e., English literature.
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My Experience as a First-Generation College Student

My name is Emely Rodriguez. I am a first-year student from Long Island, New York.
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My Double Major Experience

As I was applying to college, I was mortified about locking into a “major.” The blank space I was pondering over in my Cornell application was intimidating – after all, what I choose is going
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