Volunteer: A Traveller’s Guide To Making A Difference Around The World By: Lonely Planet Studying and volunteering abroad are valuable experiences for many students, so in February, we will be reading Volunteer: A Traveller’s Guide To Making A Difference Around The World written by Lonely Planet. This book provides students with a resource to learn…Continue Reading February Book of the Month
November Book of the Month
Intern: A Doctor’s Initiation By: Sandeep Jauhar Written by Dr. Jauhar, a cardiologist and director of the Heart Failure Program at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, this book details the trials and tribulations of being a medical intern. Starting off as a physicist, Dr. Jauhar had a slightly different path towards medicine, making him reflect…Continue Reading November Book of the Month
Young Alumni Spotlight: Jonathan Fisher HD’17, JD
Jonathan Fisher is an associate in the New York office of Milbank LLP and a member of the firm’s Alternative Investments Practice. His area of practice focuses on structured finance and securitizations, including collateralized loan obligations. Prior to joining Milbank, Jonathan earned his J.D. from Fordham University’s School of Law and worked at Davis &…Continue Reading Young Alumni Spotlight: Jonathan Fisher HD’17, JD
AI Resume Reviews
With an increase in applicant volume, many employers are turning to AI software to assist in streamlining qualified candidates and narrowing the applicant pool. As an applicant, there are several things to check on your resume before you decide to apply. AI resume scanners are software that can screen applicants, allowing employers to sift through…Continue Reading AI Resume Reviews
Finding Your Balance: How to Make Time for You & Academics
By: Jessica Silverman In college, achieving balance between academics and your personal life is easier said than done. I can personally attest to this sentiment and have developed some strategies that have helped me transform my work-life balance from precarious to intuitive. Here I have outlined six strategies that have helped me strike a more…Continue Reading Finding Your Balance: How to Make Time for You & Academics
Career Conversation with Julie Hung (’98)
With the wide array of majors and opportunities that HumEc provides, honing interests and skills into a specific career can be a challenging task. This week, I gained alumni insight from Julie Hung, a Human Development and Family Studies major. After graduating from Cornell in 1998, she pursued a career in finance, and today she…Continue Reading Career Conversation with Julie Hung (’98)
October Book of the Month
How to Find Fulfilling Work By Roman Krznaric In the first few months of school, students often scramble as they try to figure out their life before applying to clubs and extracurricular activities. However, before doing all of this, it’s important to evaluate what your values are, what you want out of a potential career,…Continue Reading October Book of the Month
Prelim Season Tips from a Senior
As a senior, I wanted to share a few tips that I wish I would have known earlier during my time at Cornell when it comes to prelim season! Just a disclaimer, I have not taken any technical science classes, such as biology or chemistry, so my tips might be more in line for humanities…Continue Reading Prelim Season Tips from a Senior
What is a Coffee Chat?
A coffee chat is an informal conversation between people (typically 2) where the person is able to learn more about the club/company that the other person is in, their industry, or their career path. Coffee chats are a fantastic way to expand your professional and personal network. In these chats, it provides you with an…Continue Reading What is a Coffee Chat?
Mental Health: Resources and Reflection from a Senior
Resources: Cornell Counseling Referrals Let’s Talk CAPS Appointment Tompkins County Mental Health Service Better Help Talk Space Psychology Today Reflection: Throughout my time at Cornell, I have been on a personal journey to improve my mental health. As I wrap up my last weeks as a second semester senior, I look back on my…Continue Reading Mental Health: Resources and Reflection from a Senior