Cornell (thank) U

Not your average lax bros. Meet Riley and Matt, fraternity brothers, club lacrosse teammates and 2024 graduates. As brilliant as they are charming, Riley and Matt take us through their Cornell experience from starting during Covid to working exceptionally hard until the last day of finals. You'll be inspired by how well they balanced their studies, social life and their time abroad. Cornell f...

From her rigorous schedule in Dyson, to her leadership roles in campus organizations like The Women's Network, to her passion for supporting young girls through Curvy Girls Scoliosis, Toby discusses the importance of hard work, organization and mentorship in achieving personal and professional success.  She's a student with great energy, great ideas and maybe a great new hobby. Also - wh...

So many of us remember and loved Slope Day. There was a LOT Steph and I didn't know. Find out everything you need to know about one of the most festive days on campus and also who's performing this year. Also can you name a single song by Robert Cray? Tell us your favorite by Instagram DM @cornellthanku Not sponsored by or affiliated with Cornell University

JC Dombrowski's story is a testament to the power of passion and hustle. He put himself through Cornell by creating videos that he uploaded to TikTok and Instagram  - and now he has impressions of over 3 BILLION! JC shares insights into his time at Cornell, where he pursued multiple majors and minors while juggling his exploding career as a content creator. As a social media sensation today y...

This is one of the most requested interviews we have ever done.  PETER KAPLAN is here! Peter has left an enviable, incredible and  indelible mark on the university and beyond.  Known for his vibrant personality and deep connections within the Cornell community, Peter remains actively engaged with friends, coaches, and players, embodying the true spirit of what we will call an "Über Alumnus.&q...

She was once just an adorable pledge in our sorority. Now she is killing it in everything from academia to peaceful advocacy. Dr. Nicole Berliner Koppel is our guest this week, just days after she attended a peaceful pro Israel rally on the Arts Quad at Cornell. We can't think of anyone better to attend the rally and then report back to all of us. She is also the MBA Director and a professor...

Wendy Sterling, MS, RD, CSSD, CEDS-S, is a certified eating disorder registered dietitian and sports nutrition specialist. With her infectious energy and passion for helping others achieve their peak performance, Wendy made our day and taught us a lot. Wendy is not just a nutritionist; she's also the co-creator of the innovative Plate-by-Plate Approach®, a visual method for refeeding individu...

We have never, and you have probably never heard a Cornell journey like the one of  Macy Hung. You'll never guess her path. She's a trailblazer who has consistently shattered expectations in and out of school. She graduated magna cum laude from Cornell University at just 19! But Macy's brilliance extends beyond academics. As a social media and content creation expert, she's car...

She may not know the famous song by the Go-Go's (We've got the Beat), but Sara Martin knows everything else. Here is where genius intersects with the kind of friendship everyone needs in their lives. She is the best friend of our friend and guest Sarah Reeves (episode 11) and it makes perfect sense that they found each other at Cornell. They worked hard and managed to enjoy everything Co...

Twenty-three years ago, after several years in finance, Vicki Gladstone Dubin founded Victoria Dubin Events. Her vision and creativity set the stage for what would become a premier event planning and design firm. Amanda Dubin, Vicki’s daughter, joined the company a few years after graduation, adding fresh perspectives and twenty-something energy, not to mention valuable business and design experti...

Rob Karp, the visionary founder of MilesAhead, a luxury travel agency, is here! In high school he started a points and travel business that got a lot of attention. Clients saw early on that he was brilliant and trustworthy, and in his own words, scrappy. He has always managed to solve even the most difficult travel problems for his clients, and now he is orchestrating extravagant adventures for ce...

Cornell Human Ecology is THRIVING! One reason? Dean Rachel Dunifon is a vibrant force behind the exciting changes and future of the school. Human Ecology has always been forward thinking, graduating students who feel a deep love for their professors and classes, and taking a wide breadth of experience and science based knowledge into the "real world." With her background in psychology an...

Another yay/boo situation for The Cornell (thank) U Podcast. HUGE yay: we were invited to be part of a panel at the Cornell Alumni Leadership Conference alongside three amazing social media stars: Matthew Merril, JC Dombrowski and Macy Hung. This conference is really special. We were excited. We booked our travel. We prepared. We picked out outfits. Steph got Covid. (That's the boo, obviously...

A total thrill.   Our friends Lori and Greg Greene introduced us to Tim and Steph (Carter) Barry, both entrepreneurs, both brilliant and both have a GREAT sense of humor. Tim and Steph have remained deeply involved in the Cornell community. Their passion for supporting a wide array of initiatives, ranging from human centered design to athletics is truly inspiring. BIG NEWS: Tim's entrepreneur...

He's one of the most charismatic guests we've had. Nelson's career has been dynamic and multifaceted, and it started early. He juggled classes, friends, internships, clubs and being part of a very exciting start up while at Cornell. He leaned into everything the Hotel School had to offer and had a chance to experience some very exciting industries during and after Cornell. An expert...

We've missed him! He's a former Cornell bestie whom we could not find for decades.   He was in the CIA.   In fact, he was one of the CIA’s most highly decorated operations officers who served in multiple field assignments for the U.S. government.  Here are some of his medals: he received the Distinguished Intelligence Medal, the Intelligence Commendation Medal, the Intelligence Medal of...

Whether you are on a budget or not, everyone likes free stuff. Especially in New York City. In today's episode, we dive into Rebeka Tannenbaum Getty's story of turning her passion for uncovering freebies in New York City into a thriving Instagram and website. Shout out to her mom for the introduction and to Joanne for listening to this podcast! Thank you! We had a lot of fun, one big sur...

Some might say that Camden Winkelstein pours himself into everything he does. His life is one of incredible discipline, creativity, learning and fun. Cam shares his experiences as a member of Cornell's ROTC program- from the rigorous schedule to the camaraderie forged. We get an inside look at the unique dynamics of military life at Cornell. And then we discover the unexpected parallels betwe...

In this episode we welcome Dr. Lauren Elman, a distinguished and beloved neurologist-- considered one of the best in the country.   Lauren's academic roots at Cornell, both in undergrad and med school, have laid the foundation for her stellar career. Spoiler alert: Canaries were involved.    She is a childhood friend of Steph's and is loved by Steph and every single patient that has gone...

This week Jess Saunders launches her first novel called Love, Me. We're hooked, it's a winner, we want more (No pressure, Jess). From law to love, she's got us covered. This episode is a story of a lifetime avid reader turned gifted writer while still managing a full time law career (guess where...), and she's an incredible mom, wife and friend too! She has a very exciting laun...

Digit Murphy - Ice hockey legend: the records, the accolades, the impact - we are proud to know her. She caught the eye of every major D1 women's ice hockey program. But Cornell got her. In this episode, we follow Digit's transition from a freshman dropped in the middle of nowhere, to being a hall of fame player, to becoming the winningest coach, and her various positions within national...

From courtroom to canvas  - this week's guest went from a fabulous law career to a booming art business. You have got to see Jessie's colorful, happy, thought provoking work and we will include the links so you can. You will also get to hear her critique ours! It's no accident that her episode airs on the first day of the new year, because there is no better way to feel good on day...

Meet the five remarkable women on the board of Impact 100 Westchester, a women's collective giving organization engaging women in philanthropy: Danielle DeMaio Melinda LaBoy Ganeles Nancy Winkelstein Joan Schaeffer Rosen and Carol Pouchie ALL OF THEM graduated from Cornell's School of Human Ecology! Could that be a coincidence? Hear the dynamic stories of these change-makers as they move...

Tune in for a morning-after interview with Jemma Hendricks, current high school senior who just got accepted to Cornell by early decision. Her story is unique and will get better and better now that she will live her dream of attending Cornell. She's the daughter of one of our best friends and past guest Micki Shulman Hendricks, which makes it even more exciting for us. Jemma is brilliant and...

Two words: Resilience and Reinvention Tell your boss you're going to be late to work today - wait till you hear this story. Rob came to Cornell, was forced to leave but then invited back, graduated, came back again, graduated, came back again, and eventually accepted his current role as Executive Director of the Pillsbury Institute in the Hotel School where he is helping to make dreams come t...