2023 Student Symposium takes place April 29

April 10, 2023

Cornell College’s most accomplished students are preparing to share their work on a variety of topics during the Student Symposium on Saturday, April 29.

The Student Symposium has become a much-anticipated event each year for students, faculty, and the community. The event is free and open to the public. 

Students will present their scholarly and creative works to the community in the Thomas Commons. This year’s event will feature 31 students, working with 20 faculty members across 16 departments and programs. 

“It is always a privilege to see our students shine as they share their academic successes during Student Symposium,” said Jen Rouse, Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning. “We know they have worked hard for this moment, and we are delighted to get to be a part of this day with them.” 

Students will present on a wide variety of topics, including:

  • The Effect of Generation Z’s Political Participation on American Polarization
  • Tracking Great White Sharks in Gansbaai, South Africa
  • Exploring Epidemiology through Mathematics and Statistics
  • The Game of Romcoms and Reimaginings: Reviving an 18th Century French Play

The symposium takes place from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m in the Thomas Commons.

Schedule:

Refreshments: 8:30–9 a.m.

Oral Presentation Session 1: 9–10:30 a.m.

Oral Presentation Session 2: 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Poster Session, Orange Carpet: 10–11:30 a.m.

Lunch and remarks by President Jonathan Brand, Provost Ilene Crawford, and Belou Quimby ’19, Smith Dining Room: 12:30–1:30 p.m.