Meet Ariel

Ariel brings a unique blend of curiosity and enthusiasm to campus life. At first, she worried about forging connections in Cornell’s vast community as a transfer student. However, she quickly discovered the warmth and openness of her fellow Cornellians. Cornell’s vibrant event calendar provides endless opportunities to connect and explore new interests. And on weekends, you’ll find Ariel at the Ithaca Farmers Market, soaking in the vibrant atmosphere, supporting local businesses, and savoring the stories behind each vendor’s offerings. 

What clubs/activities are you involved in?

I am involved with Forte Campus at Cornell, The Women's Network, REACH, and Big Red Buddies.

What is your favorite thing about Cornell?

The people at Cornell are genuinely some of the nicest, most brilliant people I have met. Coming to Cornell as a transfer student, I was nervous I would struggle to build new connections given how large Cornell is. But I quickly discovered how welcoming and open everyone was to get to know you. I admire how excited Cornellians are to speak about their unique backgrounds and their Cornell experience.

What are your go-to campus resources? How did you discover them?

The ILR Office of Career Services has offered a transformative amount of guidance to me upon arriving at Cornell. When I went through transfer orientation, I spoke with a staff member who explained the wide range of resources they offered. Every staff member is kind and willing to discuss your professional pursuits. They also have drop-in events throughout the semester including workshops on resumes or how to navigate Handshake (Cornell’s network for career information and recruiting). They are a resource I can always reach out to if I have any questions or concerns about my professional development, and I encourage anyone in ILR to utilize this amazing resource.

What is one piece of advice or something you wish you knew when you were applying?

Highlight the unique elements that make you, you! It can be easy to get caught up in making your application seem picture-perfect, but it is important that whoever is reading your application can tell it is yours.

How did you find your friends and community at Cornell?

Cornell offers so many events throughout the week that give you endless opportunities to meet new people. Whether you go alone or with a group of friends, you are likely to find other students who are eager to build new connections! There are so many clubs and organizations that can help you discover new endeavors and engage with students who share similar interests.