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Meet With Advisors

From Transfer Student to Student Advisor

Diane Kang author photo Diane K.

I was excited and nervous when I first came to Cornell as a transfer student.

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Enjoy Your Roommate Experience

Tips for Resolving Roommate Issues

Touchdown Sabrina C.

During my first year of college, my roommate was a friend from high school.

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Living & Learning

A Spring Day at the College of Human Ecology

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Hi! I'm Rebecca Karpel, a sophomore from Great Neck, New York. I am a student in the Cornell College of Human Ecology, majoring in Human Development. My career goal is to get a Ph.D.

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Sahara Byrne, assistant professor of communication (COMM), speaks with new students in the Takton Center during Orientation Week.
Support for Students

Five Great Resources for Cornell Students

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Arriving at a college campus can be overwhelming for a plethora of reasons. At Cornell, we have many resources to guide you through your academic journey.

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Unique Organizations

The Magic of Cornell's Annual Rhythms of China

Touchdown Xindi L.

Every spring as the snow and ice melt, Cornell’s student organizations Amber Dance Troupe and Illuminations Dance Troupe put together Rhythms of China, our annual Chinese traditional dance showcase

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Consider an interdisciplinary major

Why the Brooks School Was a Perfect Fit for Me

Gary thumbnail Gary W.

Choosing a college major can be an overwhelming task. With so many fields of study, it can take time to determine what aligns best with your interests and career goals.

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Explore the Community

Why I Chose Cornell

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When people discover that I’m from Hawaii, the most common question I’m followed up with is, What brought you all the way to Cornell? Here, I share the three main reasons that brought me t

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Consider Transferring

Adjusting to Cornell as a Transfer Student

Ariel Majorczyk Ariel M.

Cornell’s vibrant campus became my new home soon after I arrived for new-student orientation. I was terrified.

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From Warm to Cold

Tips for Moving to New York from the Sunshine State

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If there is anything I can prepare you for as a native Floridian at Cornell, it's the winter weather.

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