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Jasmine He: English

'I’ve grown confident in conducting independent research'

A&S Communications

… Jasmine He is an English major. … Literatures in English … campus and vast research resources, Cornell’s tight-knit community offers a deeply personal experience. Moreover, my … ITAs and myself — as we supported one another and grew together through the shared journey of language learning. What …

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Isabella Riano: American Studies & Government

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

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… Isabella Riano is an American studies & government major. … has motivated me to pursue a legal career grounded in compassion, mercy and advocacy for systemic change. What is … environment, pouring more into my love of service. Together, we searched through the ashes and rubble of the …

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Grace Elmore: English & Religious Studies

'The world really is your oyster'

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… Grace Elmore is majoring in English & religious studies. … Literatures in English … Grace Elmore English & Religious Studies Coatesville, Ind. What was your … at 9 a.m. around one large table, had tea together, and discussed poetry of recluse monks and nuns, the Beat movement …

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Alyssa Mendez: Sociology

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

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… a community and support system here is just as important as getting good grades in your classes. These next four years …

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Ameya Kamani: Government

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

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Ameya Kamani is a government major.

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'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

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Jeremiah Gorman: Biology & Society

'I've gained the ability to approach arguments from different perspectives'

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… Jeremiah Gorman is a biology & society major. … you choose Cornell? I chose Cornell because it seemed very community-oriented. Also from current students I heard great … campus, as well as how students support one another.  What is your main extracurricular activity and why is it …

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Kate Sullivan: History

'As a first semester student, don't worry if you don't feel like you have found your community yet. Keep seeking out friendships and new opportunities.'

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… Kate Sullivan is a history major. … History … Kate Sullivan History Nokesville, Va. What are the most valuable skills you … my ability to research and work in multiple disciplines. In completing a history honors thesis on Virginia's Confederate … courses on math and politics or choices and consequences in computing. What is your main extracurricular activity and …

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Ashley Koca: Robert S. Harrison College Scholar, Near Eastern Studies & History of Art

'I understand truly how interconnected the world and its people are'

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Ashley Koca is a Robert S. Harrison College Scholar and also majors in Near Eastern studies and history of art.

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'I have learned to navigate academic spaces on my own terms'

"Her mentorship has reinforced my belief that academia is not just about producing knowledge but about transforming it — challenging existing paradigms and ensuring that scholarship remains accountable and accessible to the communities it represents."

Kendahl Wesley: Psychology & Africana Studies

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Owen Wetherbee: Physics, Mathematics & Computer Science

'I'm proud of my contributions to understanding the stability of insect flight'

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Owen Wetherbee is a physics, mathematics & computer science major.

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Cornell Center for Social Sciences

Cornell Center for Social Sciences awards grants, invites new proposals

Cornell Chronicle

The Cornell Center for Social Sciences has awarded spring Seed Grants and the inaugural Grant Preparation Funds to support impactful social science research. Faculty can now apply for up to $115,000 in funding, with the next deadline approaching on June 1.

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Government

Those most willing to address health disparities tend to be overlooked

Cornell Chronicle

Cornell researchers found that by prioritizing the perspectives of white Americans instead of those from underrepresented groups, studies of pandemic disparities likely missed important insights from those most affected by COVID-19.

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Ecology and evolutionary biology

Evolution of pugs and Persians converges on cuteness

Cornell Chronicle

Through intensive breeding, humans have pushed breeds such as pug dogs and Persian cats to evolve with very similar skulls and “smushed” faces, so they’re more similar to each other than they are to most other dogs or cats.

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Archaeology

CIAMS members receive awards from Society for American Archaeology

A&S Communications

Matthew Velasco, assistant professor of anthropology in the College of Arts and Sciences, and Anna Whittemore, doctoral candidate in anthropology, received awards from the Society for American Archaeology (SAA) at the SAA annual meeting on April 25.