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Alex Bohler: Archaeology

'My thesis explores the threats of climate change to New York's coastal archaeological sites'

5/15/2025 A&S Communications

… minor in East Asian studies. I've taken classes in GIS and mapping technologies. My thesis incorporates environmental …

Caitlyn Sams: Biological Sciences and Chemistry & Chemical Biology

'Joining a lab confirmed my passion for cancer research'

5/15/2025 A&S Communications

Caitlyn Sams is majoring in biological sciences and chemistry & chemical biology.

'I discovered the importance of asking questions'

"Not knowing something, being unsure and trying to find the answer is the best way to grow and learn. The process of seeking out the answer is just as important as the answer itself."

Rafaela Uzan: German Studies & Government

'Pursue curiosity without constraint'

"The beauty of Cornell lies in its vastness in academics, extracurriculars, professional opportunities, social activities and more. You don’t have to choose between interests; in fact, much of my fulfillment in my college experience has come from embracing the full range of my passions and running with it, whatever direction it takes me."

Emily Hong: Economics & German Studies

Yi Kai Ong: Mathematics & Computer Science

'I realized that not all challenges can be addressed with algorithms alone'

5/15/2025 A&S Communications

… at the J2 Lab (of Assistant Professor Jingjie Yeo in Engineering) has been the most influential part of my …

'My majors allowed me to see the deep interconnections between language, culture, science and societal structures'

"I’ve explored topics ranging from healthcare disparities to the socio-political implications of biotechnology. This interdisciplinary lens has helped me understand how scientific advancements affect — and are affected by — cultural and societal values. Together, these majors have given me a well-balanced and holistic education."

Salvatore Brancato: Biology and Society & Spanish

Rebecca Parish: American Studies

'My classes allowed me to look at the world around me in ways that I had never done before'

5/15/2025 A&S Communications

Rebecca Parish is an American studies major.

Jasmine He: English

'I’ve grown confident in conducting independent research'

5/15/2025 A&S Communications

Jasmine He is an English major.

Isabella Riano: American Studies & Government

'It's essential to view history considering multiple perspectives'

5/15/2025 A&S Communications

Isabella Riano is an American studies & government major.

Grace Elmore: English & Religious Studies

'The world really is your oyster'

5/15/2025 A&S Communications

Grace Elmore is majoring in English & religious studies.

Alyssa Mendez: Sociology

'My classes reshaped the way I think about justice, morality and what it means to be a part of humanity'

5/15/2025 A&S Communications

Alyssa Mendez is a sociology major.

Ameya Kamani: Government

'I've been inspired to enter a public defense career to represent tenants'

5/15/2025 A&S Communications

Ameya Kamani is a government major.

'My research gave me new perspectives on what community-building really means'

"Learning to engage with the environment around me, falling in love with Ithaca and studying community-building both in my teaching and independent research was life-changing. Those few months sparked much of how I've grown today."

McKenna Norton: Asian Studies and Robert S. Harrison College Scholar