Cornell University

Cornell University
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Established	1865
Type	Private, Ivy League
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City	Ithaca
State	New York
Country	United States
Campus	Rural, 745 acres
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Cornell University is a private Ivy League research university located in Ithaca, New York. Founded in 1865 by Ezra Cornell and Andrew Dickson White, the university was intended to teach and make contributions in all fields of knowledge—from the classics to the sciences, and from the theoretical to the applied. Cornell's founders envisioned a university where "any person can find instruction in any study."

History

Cornell University was established in 1865, and its first building, Morrill Hall, was completed in 1868. The university was named after its co-founder, Ezra Cornell, who provided the initial endowment and land for the campus. Andrew Dickson White, the university's first president, played a significant role in shaping the institution's early years.

Campus

The main campus of Cornell University is located on East Hill in Ithaca, New York, overlooking the city and Cayuga Lake. The campus is known for its stunning natural beauty and distinctive architecture. Notable buildings include Willard Straight Hall, Uris Library, and the Cornell University Arts Quad.

Willard Straight Hall

In addition to its main campus, Cornell has a medical campus in New York City and a technology campus on Roosevelt Island, known as Cornell Tech.

Cornell Tech on Roosevelt Island

Academics

Cornell University offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees across its 14 colleges and schools. These include the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Engineering, the School of Hotel Administration, and the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Cornell is known for its rigorous academic programs and its commitment to research and innovation. The university is a member of the Association of American Universities and is classified as an R1 Doctoral University, indicating very high research activity.

Student Life

Cornell has a diverse student body, with students from all 50 U.S. states and over 120 countries. The university offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including over 1,000 student organizations, varsity sports, and cultural events.

Notable Alumni

Cornell University has produced many notable alumni, including:

• Ruth Bader Ginsburg, former Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States
• Toni Morrison, Nobel Prize-winning author
• Bill Nye, science educator and television presenter

Also see

• Ivy League
• Ezra Cornell
• Andrew Dickson White
• Cornell Tech
• Ithaca, New York

References

• Official Cornell University website
• Wikipedia: Cornell University

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