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Sign up nowIn 1998, a six-year-old girl visited the Mid Island Animal Hospital on Long Island with her dog. She told Dr. Mitchell Kornet that she wanted to be a veterinarian. Through … Read more
Trustee emeritus and Presidential Councillor Andrew Tisch is one of Cornell’s most influential advocates and innovative volunteer leaders. “Andrew has leveraged his expertise, influence, and resources to help accomplish the … Read more
At Homecoming 2014, trustee and Cornell Mosaic chair Sheryl Tucker watched with joy as the Mosaic tailgate tent filled to capacity. “Alumni of all ages and backgrounds were coming in … Read more
An outstanding leader for the Class of 1978 and vital figure in several alumni communities, Mary Bowler Jones is instrumental in helping fellow alumni—as well as students—form deeper relationships with … Read more
Jim and Becky Morgan have helped to shape Cornell University through their volunteer service and thoughtful giving. Their philosophy of engagement has supported pioneer efforts by many university leaders. Moreover, … Read more
2019 recipients of the Frank H. T. Rhodes Exemplary Alumni Award
Jenna Kerner ’11 is co-founder and co-CEO of Harper Wilde, an online retailer that aims to improve the bra shopping experience and to empower women and girls. She was named … Read more
Lorette Simon Gross grew up in the Bronx and currently lives in Southern California with her husband, Keith, and their two sons, Bennett ’20 and Matthew. Lorette began her career … Read more
As a first-generation college student who became an endocrinologist and pharmaceutical executive—leading global teams that developed life-changing drugs while maintaining clinical instructor of medicine responsibilities—Cynthia appreciates the transformative power of … Read more
Euwyn Poon ’04, JD ’07 is co-founder and president of Spin, a micromobility company whose dockless, rentable electric scooters provide communities with low-cost, convenient transportation. In November 2018, Spin was … Read more