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'I feel equipped to handle whatever uncertainties lie ahead'

"Cornell provides opportunities for experiences that you truly may never get again, and the best thing to do is take advantage of them as frequently as possible. And when a moment feels too big, don’t hesitate to ask for help (or at least watch the sunset on the slope). It’ll all work out – trust in your abilities!"

Osita Achufusi: Environment and Sustainability

Kate Chanpong: Statistical Science

'I contributed to refining the course content and teaching approach for my stats class'

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Kate Chanpong is majoring in statistical science.

'I reviewed economic research papers written by undergraduates from all over the country'

"Through the diverse and inclusive community I found here, I learned to not only accept who I am, but also appreciate others for who they are."

Sara Yoo: Economics & Mathematics

'I used machine learning to analyze factors that impact voter turnout'

"As I have explored my interests through my courses, I have learned to appreciate learning for the sake of it, and working for the sake of producing knowledge. When I think about how I want to spend my time after I leave Cornell, I think about it through the lens of the meaning of my work, both to me and to the world."

Fatima Al-Sammak: Government and Operations Research and Engineering

'Courses outside of my major were among the most fascinating and valuable I took'

"I took some of my favorite courses, learned from some of the best professors I have had and got to meet impactful alumni who have used their Cornell education to make change in the world. I also gained perhaps my most defining professional experience, which has come to shape my career trajectory."

Sam Beuker: Government & Near Eastern Studies

Kaila Hall: Government & French

'Professors encouraged me to explore new academic interests'

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Kaila Hall is majoring in government & French.

James Koga: Computer Science

'Milstein gave me the freedom to explore my interests'

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James Koga is a computer science major.

'When my friends and I put on a show, it is everything to us.'

"I have learned the most about myself in these settings, when, in the midst of all of the big and significant business of the world at large, we are all fully invested in creating something with our imaginations, together."

Tess Lovell: English & Performing and Media Arts

Sarah Stephenson: English & Classics

'My thesis analyzes both ancient and contemporary literature'

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Sarah Stephenson is majoring in English and classics.

'I’ve been able to serve Guam from my college dorm room'

"This work is incredibly meaningful to me because it has allowed me to make a tangible impact on my community — even from thousands of miles away at Cornell."

Ethan Gumataotao: Chemistry and Chemical Biology

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'I feel equipped to handle whatever uncertainties lie ahead'

'I contributed to refining the course content and teaching approach for my stats class'

'I reviewed economic research papers written by undergraduates from all over the country'

'I used machine learning to analyze factors that impact voter turnout'

'Courses outside of my major were among the most fascinating and valuable I took'

'Professors encouraged me to explore new academic interests'

'Milstein gave me the freedom to explore my interests'

'When my friends and I put on a show, it is everything to us.'

'My thesis analyzes both ancient and contemporary literature'

'I’ve been able to serve Guam from my college dorm room'