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Old 05-07-2009, 12:46 AM   #7
applejack
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I'm going to go out on a limb that you're probably living in a pretty homogenous bubble in a relatively rural SUNY school. I derive that assumption from your statement "I love god" and an intrinsic connection to a specific religious belief and fellowship experience.

One of the values of an education at a place like Cornell is that you will find there are many who love God, and they think, act, and "worship" nothing like you do. I think it's an incredibly rewarding experience if you're ready for it, but the previous posters are correct.

Just like any idea in an intellectual hub, no one is going to accept your faith at face value. They will challenge you. You could retreat to a bubble of like-minded people, of course, but you'd be wasting half the value of your tuition and time with that choice.

So, if you are ready for that kind of growth and expansion of your worldview, then maybe you'd like Cornell. If not, it might be best to stay put, especially if you're happy.
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