Class of 2013 Graduate Profiles
CBAA congratulates all of our Class of 2013 graduates and welcomes you to the alumni club! We encourage you to submit a profile so that we can share your experiences with our membership. We wish you the best in your future endeavors!
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Summarize your Cornell experience in one-two sentences.
My Cornell experience was spontaneously enriching. I valued all of the things that I did at the university because much of the lessons and fun were unexpected.
What is your favorite memory from your time on the hill?
I don't have one favorite memory from my time there. However, all of my best memories involve my friends and I sitting in someone's apartment eating junk food and just talking and laughing.
Who was most influential in your Cornell experience & how?
There were a lot of different individuals who positively influenced my experience at Cornell, but it's one of my organizations that made my time there absolutely phenomenal. Joining Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was by far the best decision I have ever made and having my sisters be there as a support system and also push me to realize all of my potential is nothing short of a blessing. It's because of them that I learned what I am capable of doing which is anything!
What will you miss most about Cornell?
I will miss the late night bus rides and snack runs. I will also miss the "morning recap" with all of my friends telling their versions of how the night before went over brunch.
What is your most important lesson learned?
The one thing that I will take from Cornell is that everyone has a story. I became friends with people that I would have never thought I would be friends with and I have learned things from people that I might not have talked to outside of Cornell. Everyone has something to teach you.
What are your career plans for the immediate future?
I am currently in the midst of a job search and am looking to expand my clothing line, Eleven O'Two. Before going to business school, I would like to start a financial literacy program for young minority students in the Chicago area that also helps to strengthen their leadership skills.
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[toggle text="Hatu Kanu, ILR '13" initial="none" style="light"]
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Summarize your Cornell experience in one-two sentences.
My Cornell experience exceeded my expectations by far. I had the opportunity to meet some impressive individuals, make some lifelong friends, and receive a world-class education (both inside and outside the classroom).
What is your favorite memory from your time on the hill?
My favorite memory was Slope Day 2013. I really enjoyed it because so many alumni came back and Kendrick Lamar was an amazing performer. My class really took Slope Day as an opporunity to look out for returning alumni and make sure they had a good time, just like they did for us when we were freshmen. It was a great.
Who was most influential in your Cornell experience & how?
I think the ILR alumni have been most influential in my Cornell experience. They are spread out in various industries and functions and are always willing to share the wealth of knowledge they have built up through their various experiences. Personal ILR mentors of mine have been influential by connecting me with different contacts and ultimately helping me with crucial career decisions.
What will you miss most about Cornell?
I will miss having all of my friends within walking distance of me. Additionally, I will miss having the liberty to have my earliest commitment scheduled for 10:10. Lastly, I will miss being able to take "personal days" whenever i chose (don't tell my mom).
What is your most important lesson learned?
The most important lesson I learned is the importance of seeking out the advice and guidance of those who have successfully accomplished what you want to do. There is so much benefit that comes from hearing about the experiences of others (good or bad). I will be sure to do this throughout my career and personal life.
What are your career plans for the immediate future?
I will be working at Hamilton Lane in their Analyst Development Program. I am really excited about this opportunity and hope to gain the fundamental skills necessary to having a successful career in the industry.
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[toggle text="Kristi Marie-Elise McKenzie, CALS '13" initial="none" style="light"]
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Summarize your Cornell experience in one-two sentences.
It was the busiest, most exciting, and most eye-opening period of my life. I'm so grateful for it because it has prepared me for so much more.
What is your favorite memory from your time on the hill?
Doing laps in the Teagle pool on the last day of beginning swim class.....P.S. - this occurred a week before my last day of classes as an undergraduate 🙂
Who was most influential in your Cornell experience & how?
Professor McLeod - She taught two of my favorite undergraduate Communication classes: Persuasion and Social Influence (Comm 2760) and Communication and Decision Making in Groups. (Comm 3100) These classes showed me the real-world uses of the Communication major helping me to appreciate my major more. I also did research in her lab for a year. Through doing interesting assignments and listening to her advice, I gained many valuable skills.
What will you miss most about Cornell?
Being able to see (and make) friends so easily.
What is your most important lesson learned?
Always be early.
What are your career plans for the immediate future?
I start my teaching fellowship at Urban Prep in Chicago, IL in July.
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[toggle text="Tiffany Rose, CALS '13" initial="none" style="light"]
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Summarize your Cornell experience in one-two sentences.
At first I was very apprehensive about attending to Cornell; it was so different from everything I knew at home and my preconceived notions about how I wanted college to be. Ultimately, Cornell became my home and the people I have met and the experiences I have had demonstrated that it was the perfect choice for me.
What is your favorite memory from your time on the hill?
One of my favorite memories include my first Cornell concert when Trey Songz came to perform.
Who was most influential in your Cornell experience & how?
My advisor Laura Harrington was most influential as she kept me grounded and supported me all throughout. She was willing to help however way she could and she was always honest with me. She was truly a gift.
What will you miss most about Cornell?
The quiet and the beauty of the area that I took for granted.
What is your most important lesson learned?
Patience and focus are absolutely essential. Remembering your goals at all time and not allowing distractions to get the best of you.
What are your career plans for the immediate future?
Pursue a Postbacc program for 2 years. Travel abroad doing more clinic work, followed by medical school.
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[toggle text="Raquel Smith, HumEc '13" initial="none" style="light"]
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Summarize your Cornell experience in one-two sentences.
My Cornell experience was the most eye-opening, inspiring four years of my life. I learned so much about myself and what it means to be a part of a true community.
What is your favorite memory from your time on the hill?
My favorite memory was getting a chance to spend my final Slope with all of my closest friends-- from those that graduated when I was a freshman to underclassmen I met as a senior and all that I met in between. My four years came full circle.
Who was most influential in your Cornell experience & how?
My advisor was most influential in my Cornell experience because she was always there to push me to expect more from myself, to seek out as many opportunities to engage with the Cornell community as possible and to value all of the friends I made along the way. She was always there to introduce me to various programs and recommend me for opportunities that helped me to develop my career aspirations and gain other influential mentors.
What will you miss most about Cornell?
I will miss being in an environment where I could find friends, professors and advisors that genuinely cared about the success of others. I had the amazing opportunity to be surrounded by people who dedicated their studies, their time or their lives to trying to solve some of the many problems that plague our communities.
What is your most important lesson learned?
Being at Cornell taught me the value of having a strong, supportive network behind you. In our most strenuous times, I was able to witness a powerful coming together that will shape how I view community in years to come.
What are your career plans for the immediate future?
I will be attending Columbia Law School.
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