
Life is full of possibilities
The pandemic upended the first year for the Class of 2023, but they made the most of their time, producing amazing research and creative works, developing lasting friendships and creating a litany of memories.
Explore the extraordinary journeys of this year’s graduates and see how their paths have prepared them not only for a successful and meaningful career, but also for a life well lived.
Photography by Chris Kitchen
Student Profiles


'The International Student Union was a critical part of my Cornell experience'
Extraordinary Journeys


'Tackling Japanese was one of the most rewarding academic experiences I have had'
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'I learned it's possible to impact systems and structures that appear out of reach'
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'I'm interested in topics that relate math and computer science to climate and ecology'
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'I’ve gained a deeper understanding of how technology can be leveraged for social good'
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'I've learned about and connected to my culture in ways I had never imagined'
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'I feel like I am leaving a family of friends, mentors and loved ones behind'
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'I've gained a wide array of quantitative skills that I'll use to solve climate issues'
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'Challenge yourself to think differently, explore broadly, and connect wholly'
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'I volunteered as a study hall tutor for the Cornell Prison Education Program'
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