CALS freshman taking questions!

rkcals
Thu, 05 Apr 2018 20:19:55 +0000

@brown2024 I’m a biology & society major and premed as well! I think Cornell is great for premed students because it really prepares you- we learn lots of applications through our intro bio and chem classes that are interesting and challenging to the right amount. We also have lots of resources for information about internships and research. I was able to get a research opportunity by asking my professor, and there are more formal programs you can apply to as well. There are lots of student run clubs that involve service and health- a club even offers opportunities to go abroad and help local communities! Since med schools emphasize research and service in addition to grades, I think because Cornell has many resources and connections, it becomes easier to find opportunities to prepare you. CALS specifically has a website and weekly emails that inform students about all sorts of programs. CALS is also great because it has very few requirements- you have to complete your major requirements as well as distribution requirements, but those requirements have endless options that you can choose from. You can customize your schedule to a great extent, and it allows you to focus on what you want to.