Mitchell Kornet ’76, DVM ’79

In 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 the years, Mitch encouraged her dream, eventually employing her as a veterinary assistant and writing letters of recommendation for her admission to Cornell. In 2019, … Read more

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Andrew H. Tisch ’71

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 university’s greatest priorities,” says Stephen B. Ashley ’62, MBA ’64, who co-chaired the Cornell Now campaign with Andrew. “Few Cornellians have provided more by way … Read more

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Sheryl Hilliard Tucker ’78

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 to ask ‘what’s this all about?’” she says. “That was a big moment for me.” In that overflowing tent, Sheryl, who is now a trustee … Read more

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Mary Bowler Jones ’78

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 the university and with each other. Mary dedicates her Frank H. T. Rhodes Exemplary Alumni Award to Kenneth Mogil ’78. Ken got her started in … Read more

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James C. Morgan ’60, MBA ’63 and Rebecca Quinn Morgan ’60

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, their dedication and focused leadership has enhanced the Cornell alumni experience. “Becky and Jim have been steadfast in their advocacy and support of Cornell for … Read more

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Lorette Simon Gross ’89, MBA ’90: Trustee elected by alumni in 2019

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 at the global advertising agency D’Arcy Masius Benton & Bowles and continued her career at Dailey & Associates. A graduate of the College of Agriculture … Read more

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Cynthia Cuffie ’74: Trustee elected by alumni in 2019

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 a Cornell education. In appreciation of her Cornell experience, Cynthia established an endowment fund to support student research. She is and has been an active … Read more

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