cornell report fall 2012
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Alumni honors
A highlight of Homecoming is recognizing outstanding alumni who have contributed to the world in general and Cornell in particular, the addition of a class to the Athletics Hall of Fame, and the naming of Alumni Coach of the Year.
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50 years of Phi-Os
Fifty years in, Phi Omega is still living up to its original mission—to be a sorority that attracts women from all areas of campus.
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Former student honors Deskin with chemistry chair
William Deskin, who taught chemistry at Cornell College from 1956 to 1989, opened more than his office to students; in at least one case, he opened his home and let a student stay with his family. Ralph E. “Chris” Christoffersen ’59 was Deskin’s first student researcher, and the pair have remained in contact for more […]
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Built by design
Carefully planned, distinctively preserved, and now evolved for modern learning. Cornell’s ideal campus setting is a national treasure.
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The community planner
Jonathan Frazier’s internship with the U.S. Department of Transportation led directly to a role as a transportation planner helping protect wilderness and recreation areas prepare for climate change.
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The leader
Diego Verdugo ’12 overcame long odds to land one of three spots in Principal Financial Group’s prestigious Leadership Develop Program after graduating from Cornell.
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The traveler
Three internships and in influential course inspired Lisa Chen ’12 to begin a career in educational policy, beginning with a role as an inner-city teacher.
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The performer
Kayla Prestel ’12 earned a degree in theatrical entrepreneurship with an eye to a future in theatre management. But first, she’ll explore life as an actor.
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The scholar
A Cornell Fellowship in Germany helped Chris Stadler ’12 earn a Fulbright award to teach English there in 2012-13.
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The scientist
Molly Sowers ’12 discovered a love for chemistry at Cornell and is now pursuing a PhD at MIT, one of the top three programs in the country.
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Off to an extraordinary start
Glimpse the lives of six members of the Class of 2012 as they launch fulfilling lives and ambitious careers in a wide range of fields.
Alumni honors 
50 years of Phi-Os 
Former student honors Deskin with chemistry chair 
Built by design 
The community planner 
The leader 
The traveler 
The performer 
The scholar 
The scientist