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One Course At A Time (OCAAT) pervades every aspect of the Cornell experience. From the academic schedule and athletics to involvement in organizations and the expected response time to e-mails, OCAAT becomes embedded in Cornell students’ way of life. The block plan has a way of distorting time at Cornell. Many students find themselves marking time by the day or week of the block rather than by the actual dates. Though, from an academic standpoint, the block plan isn’t for everyone, it does allow the flexibility necessary for learners of all types to be successful in the classroom. Additionally, OCAAT allows most students to at least pick up a minor, while many students double or even triple major. There are valuable internship opportunities around every corner, and several programs and centers focused on helping students thrive. Study abroad experiences are unparalleled and easily affordable, due to the shorter time frame. Why take a Spanish class on campus in Iowa when you can take it while living in Mexico for the month?

While the problem of student apathy tends to get a lot of lip service on campus, it is really only true in terms of school spirit for athletics. Cornell has over 100 student organizations—impressive for a school with a student body numbering less than 1,200, and a majority of these are very active and visible on campus. Recognizing that small-town Iowa may not have a lot to offer in terms of entertainment, Cornell works hard to bring entertainment to campus. The theatre department puts on four to five productions each year, and student organizations like the Performing Arts and Activities Council (PAAC) and KRNL-FM bring bands, comedians, and other performers to campus on a regular basis. Best of all, it’s all free for students. Ultimately, the Cornell bubble can be a bit confining if you let it. But if you make an effort to enjoy your four years at Cornell, it will be more than worth it.

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Health & Safety at Cornell College

akif

International Studies '15

3.5

B

Some things are covered up by the school

I know that whenever someone is even accused of sexual assult, the school automatically kicks them out. Which is good, I guess, but it also fosters the illusion that the campus is completely sexual-assult free and just sweeps the problem under the rug. There is an air of ignorance regarding sexual assult here, as with probably the rest of American universities. However, originally coming from a big city, Cornell is generally a very safe campus.

Apr 23, 2012

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Scholarships at Cornell College

hawkeyechiq

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology '15

1.5

D+

Headache

I didn't get enough aid. I had to apply for a private loan

Apr 05, 2012

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Overall Experience at Cornell College

tiggerpixie

Drama and Theatre Production '15

4.2

A-

Cornell Rams Rock "the Hilltop"

The environment is really nice around here. I love the small community feel and the fact that the teachers actually seem to care how you are doing in class. There are nice places to hang out; including the RATT or any of the lounges located in the dorm rooms. There are also lots of clubs and things to join so there really is something for everyone. The only problem I have is what we call the Cornell bubble; unless you have a car or a good connection to someone on the outside, your world becomes Cornell and its hard to understand anything out of the school. Overall though, it really is a wonderful school.

Mar 21, 2012

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