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From study nooks to Beebe's shores, alumni recall their go-to places to cram, chill, explore, and recharge

More than 180 young people from across New York state and the Philadelphia area got a taste of campus life and future career paths during the annual 4-H Career Explorations Conference, June 28-30.

Cassidy Tryon won Food Network’s “Chopped Junior” at age 12, shortly before being diagnosed with Crohn's disease. She's now studying food science at Cornell while continuing to master cooking for her diet.

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Students and faculty gathered in Stocking Hall on March 4 to hear about rural development initiatives from Xochitl Torres Small, Under Secretary for Rural Development of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Starting Monday Jan. 31, Cornell will offer test kits including one antigen and one PCR test to students experiencing mild to moderate symptoms of COVID-19.

The sight of students studying in Libe Cafe, drinks in hand, reminds passerby that Cornell Dining has transitioned to a “new normal.” While some COVID precautions remain in place, including masking when not dining and regular cleaning, more cafes have opened for dining in.

Ceremonies for Cornell’s 153rd graduating class will look different due to safety protocols arising from the pandemic – but it promises to be as festive and joyous as ever.