The Cornell Tradition Fellowship

The Cornell Tradition Fellowship "I have always been in favour of combining labour and study." -Ezra Cornell, 1846

Representing just 4% of the Cornell undergraduate population, The Cornell Tradition Fellowshipis a contemporary expression of the founder's vision. The program awards approximately 500 fellowships each year to students who demonstrate significant work experience, campus and/or community service, and academic achievement. Through The Cornell Tradition, students make meaningful contributions to camp

us life that will enhance their own education and those of generations to come. At the same time, these students reduce their level of indebtedness incurred in obtaining a Cornell degree. True to the founder's ideals, the Tradition supports the development of fellows into well-rounded, productive members of society who will serve as the role models and leaders of tomorrow.

04/23/2026

Take the Post-Graduation Survey 🎓✨
Are you graduating in May or August 2026? We want to hear about your plans for the future! Whether you're heading into the workforce, continuing your education, taking some time off, or pursuing something entirely different, we encourage you to share your next steps with us. Please fill out the Post-Graduation Survey https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcornell.12twenty.com%2Fdashboard&data=05%7C02%7Cjj87%40cornell.edu%7C11601d0cdf1f495d12fe08dea0754241%7C5d7e43661b9b45cf8e79b14b27df46e1%7C0%7C0%7C639124622660281071%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=uhs5lZ%2BulXx5967OIGTUhfCZ1EHgBjS8F3ucbl6uK0I%3D&reserved=0 (NetID login required). Career Services is here to support you, whether you're still figuring things out or actively seeking opportunities. We're open all summer and are always here for our alumni!

Seniors, Get you Ice Cream and Sunglasses on April 23! 🕶️🍨
On Thursday, April 23rd from 11:30am-3:00pm pick up your free Class of 2026 sunglasses and Cornell Dairy ice cream. Just show your completed post-graduation survey https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcornell.12twenty.com%2Fdashboard&data=05%7C02%7Cjj87%40cornell.edu%7C11601d0cdf1f495d12fe08dea0754241%7C5d7e43661b9b45cf8e79b14b27df46e1%7C0%7C0%7C639124622660398590%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=qY%2FoqVzypiW2Y%2F1BQD4GrLiW%2BKS5ORHv%2F7U9aw%2Bpeek%3D&reserved=0. Five locations: Duffield Hall Atrium, Mann Library Lobby, Klarman Atrium/Zeus Cafe, Ho Plaza, and outside the Schwartz Center.

National Student Employment Week is this WEEK!e hope you’ll join us for a series of fun, feel-good events happening thro...
04/13/2026

National Student Employment Week is this WEEK!
e hope you’ll join us for a series of fun, feel-good events happening throughout the week:

🌱 Wednesday, 4/15: Stop by and pick up a free plant
🐾 Thursday, 4/16: Relax and recharge with Pet Therapy from the Cornell Companions
🍦 Friday, 4/17: Treat yourself to ice cream from the Dairy Bar

04/10/2026
National Student Employment Week is coming up next week, and we’re excited to celebrate you and the incredible work you ...
04/10/2026

National Student Employment Week is coming up next week, and we’re excited to celebrate you and the incredible work you do every day. We hope you’ll join us for a series of fun, feel-good events happening throughout the week:

• 🌱 Wednesday, 4/15: Stop by and pick up a free plant
• 🐾 Thursday, 4/16: Relax and recharge with Pet Therapy from the Cornell Companions
• 🍦 Friday, 4/17: Treat yourself to ice cream from the Dairy Bar

You’ll find the full event lineup below and you’ve been invited on CampusGroups—we’d love to see you there!

Thank you for everything you do for your departments and our local community partners. Your contributions truly make a difference, and we couldn’t do this work without you.

"In All the Ways We Serve" will be held on April 13th at 5:30 PM in the Willard Straight Hall Memorial Room. This event ...
03/26/2026

"In All the Ways We Serve" will be held on April 13th at 5:30 PM in the Willard Straight Hall Memorial Room. This event will bring together many different assets of Cornell's community that are dedicated to uplifting everyone!

Register for the event here: https://cornell.campusgroups.com/Einhorn/rsvp_boot?id=2302812

Help Shape Student and Campus Life Websites + Get Cornell MerchIn this 90-minute session, you’ll share how you find info...
03/18/2026

Help Shape Student and Campus Life Websites + Get Cornell Merch

In this 90-minute session, you’ll share how you find information about housing, dining, health, events, and student resources, and what could make these sites easier to use.
As a thank you, participants will receive Cornell merch (including “Yell Cornell” crewnecks). Feel free to bring a friend or forward this to someone who might be interested.

If you're interested, please sign up using the Doodle poll:
https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/b33e9c7a-4509-417d-8eab-08f979678c1d/select

Available sessions:
• March 18 | 4:00–5:30 PM
• March 20 | 12:30–2:00 PM
• March 20 | 4:00–5:30 PM
• March 24 | 1:00–2:30 PM
Your feedback will directly help improve Student & Campus Life websites.

Student & Campus Life is looking for students to join a **90-minute focus group** to help us improve Cornell’s Student & Campus Life websites. Share your ideas and influence campus life.

03/17/2026

Are you a fantastic Senior in the Cornell Tradition?
Did you know you can nominate yourself for a Cornell Tradition Senior Recognition Award?
The Cornell Tradition Senior Recognition Award is given annually to a maximum of nine Cornell Tradition Fellows in recognition of their outstanding service and leadership through work and volunteer activities.
Each recipient of The Cornell Tradition Senior Recognition Award will name a one-year $4,000 Tradition Fellowship for a continuing Tradition Fellow. In addition, a $500 contribution will be made to the non-profit agency of their choice. Past recipients have included the Ithaca Youth Bureau, Women for Women International, and the Humane Society, to name a few.
Visit our webpage (https://scl.cornell.edu/growth-opportunities/cornell-commitment/cornell-tradition/cornell-tradition-senior-recognition-awards) for access to the self-nomination form.
Please send your self-nomination(s) by Monday, March 23rd.
Contact our office at 607-255-8595 or email jj87@cornell.edu if you have any questions.

03/17/2026
Cornell Commitment Alums,What an amazing Cornell Giving Day! It wouldn’t have been possible without your generosity. Tha...
03/16/2026

Cornell Commitment Alums,
What an amazing Cornell Giving Day! It wouldn’t have been possible without your generosity. Thank you for making a difference for Cornell students!

Big Red, Big Impact – swab to save a lifeFrom March 13–20, Cornellians are driving a campuswide effort to add 10,000 new...
03/16/2026

Big Red, Big Impact – swab to save a life
From March 13–20, Cornellians are driving a campuswide effort to add 10,000 new potential stem cell donors to the NMDP registry. With a simple, free cheek swab, you can help advance lifesaving research and increase the chances of finding matches for patients awaiting transplants. It’s a simple way our community can make an immediate difference.

Link: https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.nmdp.org%2Fm%2FNMDPCornell&data=05%7C02%7Camg492%40cornell.edu%7Cec07bd00bd4a48d4c46108de8049689c%7C5d7e43661b9b45cf8e79b14b27df46e1%7C0%7C0%7C639089249958379005%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=KcEQKEzN6NerN4cypx%2BxctZMW9%2FILQDf7TTIVjnlRzg%3D&reserved=0

03/16/2026

If you are still trying to fulfill your service requirements, support is needed for Cornell Days.

Location | Takton Center in Balch Hall

Time | 8:45 am-12:15 pm

Dates | Saturday, April 11th, Sunday, April 12th, Saturday, April 18th, and Sunday April 19th

Volunteers will serve as greeters for the Resource Fair. They will welcome and assist students and families and direct them to tables.

Please wear Cornell Gear and comfortable shoes. You may be required to stand for much of the time.

If you have a name tag, we ask that you please wear it to be easily identifiable.

Address

Kennedy Hall, 3rd Floor
Ithaca, NY
14853

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16072558595

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