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 Jessica Barragan '15

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"A college education should always extend beyond the classroom."

Jessica Barragan '15Major: Government & SociologyHometown: Deep River, CTWhy did you choose Cornell?
 Me and my friends at our very first Cornell basketball game, celebrating the start of second semester freshman year.

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Creating My Own Identity Amidst Cornell's Diversity

This week, junior Jady looks back at her time at Cornell thus far, and shares how she was able to make the vast campus her own through classes, clubs, and friends.  By Jady Wei '19, Economics and Government double major, Law & Society minor
Graphic of lock and digital code

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‘Mild’ Russian sanctions signal need for de-escalation

On Thursday, the Biden administration announced economic sanctions on Russia in retaliation for alleged election interference and cyberattacks. Nicholas Mulder, assistant professor of history, says the new sanctions are "signals, rather than immediate increases in pressure."
 beautiful hidden oasis

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The Beauty of Cornell: "In the middle of nowhere, but in the middle of everything"

In this last "Cornell Love" post, junior Jendayi describes two of her favorite places on Cornell's campus - one of which is quite literally off the beaten path! By: Jendayi Brooks-Flemister '18
 I met a lot of great people this summer, including my fellow intern Kelly (right).

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Interning in NYC: How I Spent my Summer Working for Carat

This week, our secretary, Information Science major Meg Shigeta '17 , gives us a window into her summer experience as an intern in New York City. Enjoy! By: Meg Shigeta '17, Events Coordinator/Records Keeper
Ben Sandkam

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New Faculty: Ben Sandkam

Ben Sandkam, Neurobiology and Behavior
 Some friends and I hang out at the pie-making social.

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Spotlight on: Carl Becker House

By: Madeline Cohen '18
 Ian Sigalow

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"Cornell is a big place with a lot going on, but it is important to take a step back and enjoy what it has to offer."

Ian Sigalow '16Ian Sigalow '16 is an ILR student minoring in the A&S Jewish Studies Program. 
 A soccer game between Argentina and Trinidad and Tobago that I attended while in Argentina

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What to Do When You Are Abroad

by Jacob Brunell '15
 Chemistry equipment, glass tubes

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My Favorite Class at Cornell

This week, Ambassador Eric writes about his favorite class at Cornell.By Eric Shen ’20 Physics, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Music majors
 Swati Sureka '15

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"We can start with a crazy idea, do meaningful work, and then have tangible impacts."

Swati Sureka '15Major: Biological Sciences and Chemistry & Chemical BiologyHometown: Jacksonville, FL Why did you choose Cornell?
 The Krosch Lab space in Uris Hall, where research assistants can hang out and do work!

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Psychology Honors Thesis: Proactively Contributing to Issues that Matter

Happy March! This month, ambassadors will be writing about academic research they conduct on campus. For the first post of the month, I am sharing a little bit about my experience completing a psychology honors thesis! By Suzy Park '18, Economics and Psychology double major, Law & Society minor
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 My first day at the U.S. Consulate General in Barcelona.

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A Very Spanish Summer: Interning at the U.S. Consulate General in Barcelona

This week, senior Hadassa shares with us how she spent her summer interning at the U.S. Consulate General in Barcelona, an experience that complemented her studies in Government and International Relations. By Hadassa Jakher '18, Government and Spanish double major, International Relations and Law & Society double minor 
 Leib slope

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Celebrating the Cornell Community's Passion for Learning

One word sums up this post and its author's message about Cornell's intellectually diverse community: passionate. In this last November post, junior Carlee Moses describes how the spirit of interdisciplinary inquiry first drew her to Cornell. Enjoy! By: Carlee Moses '18
Liliana Colanzi

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New Faculty: Liliana Colanzi

Liliana Colanzi, Romance Studies
 Cornell Undergraduate Admissions Office

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Spotlight on the Summer: Opportunities to Work around Ithaca

Being a student here definitely has its perks - one of the reasons that students choose to attend Cornell is the wealth of opportunities available to us during the school year, during school breaks, and even after we graduate! In our last April post here at the blog, junior Julia Montejo discusses the variety of ways in which she was able to give back to Cornell and the surrounding community through her multiple jobs last summer.By: Julia Montejo '17
 Student at grill

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"The groundwork for an open and hungry mind."

Patrick Molligo '15 Majors: German Studies & EconomicsHometown: Manhasset, NYWhy did you choose Cornell?
 Balch Hall

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Spotlight on Balch Hall: The Freshman Women's Dorm

By: Solveig van der Vegt '18
 Kemar Prussien '15

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"I decided that I wouldn't let anyone else set boundaries for me."

Kemar Prussien '15Major: PsychologyHometown: Philadelphia, PAWhy did you choose Cornell?
  I took this photo outside of the government building, White Hall, after my class on the American Presidency this year.

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Why Cornell? Ambassador Renee Answers...

This week, Renee explains why she chose Cornell, after a visit to campus in high school.By Renee Girard '20, Government, Law and Society and Public Policy major
 My family came to visit me and we walked across the roof of the O2 arena, which gave amazing views!

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Interning in London

Happy October! This month, we will be focusing on two themes, "Easing Back into Classes" and "Summer Adventures." In the first post of the semester, senior Solveig shares with us her experience interning in London this past summer. By: Solveig van der Vegt '18, Biological Sciences
 Heating and Cooling Plant

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Spotlight on COML 3111: Literature, Art, and the Environment

This week, sophomore and new Ambassador Julia Curley discusses how a class she took outside of her major has allowed her to embrace the interdisciplinary nature of the College of Arts and Sciences, and has kindled interests in new fields - including undergraduate publishing! By: Julia Curley '19
 The lobby of the Residential and New Student Programs Office.

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Taking a Break from Work...By Working!

By: Eric Reinhard '18 Does the title confuse you? I don’t blame you if it does. Why would someone take a break from work only to work more? Well, I’m here to tell you that I do just that (I promise I’m not crazy).
 Anthony Halmon

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"Cornell has helped me to think big, but start small."

Anthony Halmon '17Major: Africana StudiesHometown: Chicago How did you decide on your major? Have your plans changed since you started Cornell?
 Taughannock Falls

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"Ithaca is Gorges" in October

Hey everyone! The Arts and Sciences Ambassadors will be adding new content to our blog at the beginning of each week throughout the school year. Each month will feature blog posts that center loosely on a theme related to that time of year. As we settle into our semester, we thought a nice theme for October would be "Campus and Community Activities." For this week's post, check out what sophomore Dylan Van Duyne has to say about outdoor activities around Cornell and Ithaca!
 A group of students observe an object on the floor

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"We are learning for life."

The Value of a Liberal Arts Education 
 Rose Hanson '15

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"My education gave me the ability to learn about the world, not just my field."

Rose Hanson '15Major: HistoryHometown: Anchorage, AKWhy did you choose Cornell?
 Downtown Chicago and a view of the river.

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Arts & Sciences & Healthcare & Business

In our last post of the year, junior Zoee shares her excitement for a summer internship in healthcare consulting, not necessarily a position of her utmost expertise but one Arts and Sciences' holistic education helped her attain.  By Zoee D'Costa '19, Biology & Society major, Psychology minor
 Claire Stack '15

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"I have found a place where I do what I love every single day."

Claire Stack '15 says that while at the Schwartz Center, "I had the opportunity to work with some of the kindest and most talented people I have ever come across."