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Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1102, BIOMI 2900, CHEM 3570-3580 |
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Tutoring: BIOG 1105-1106, BIOGD 2810, MATH 1110 |
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 | | Erin Chu (etc23) is concentrating in Animal Physiology. After Cornell, she plans on pursuing a DVM/PhD. Over the summer, she went to Paris for a research internship and on campus she is in the Cornell Pre-Vet Society and the Ho-Nun-De-Kah Honor Society. She also does research in the Sutter lab. She loves to horseback ride, follow the local music scene, cook, and explore Ithaca in her free time. Her favorite classes are Creative Writing (ENGL 2800-2810), Principles of Biochemistry (Auto-tutorial) (BIOBM 3300) and Cell Physiology (BIOAP 3160). She offers this advice, “Don’t be afraid to ask questions! There are so many resources here to help you succeed: use them!” |
Tutoring: ANSC 3000, BIOAP 3160, BIOAP 3190, BIOBM 3300-3320, BIOEE 2780, BIOMI 2900-2910 |
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Tutoring: BIOBM 3310-3320, CHEM 2070-2080, CHEM 3570-3580, PHYS 1101-1102 |
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Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIOG 1101-1104, CHEM 3570 |
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Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1102, BIOG 1105-1106, CHEM 3570-3580, MATH 1110, PHYS 1101-1102, PHYS 2070-2080, STATS 1710 |
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Tutoring: BIOBM 3300-3320, CHEM 2070-2080, CHEM 3570-3580, PHYS 2270-2280 |
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 | | Rong Ma (rm373) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. He plans on taking a year off after graduation and being a teaching assistant in Qatar, and then he wants to pursue a career in medicine. He is on the Executive Board for the Muslim Educational Cultural Association and is also the Diversity Outreach Chair for the Class Council of 2010. He currently works in the Raguso Lab on campus. He enjoys poetry, volleyball, and old movies. His favorite class was Chemical Ecology (BIONB 3690). He offers, “Pain is temporary. Glory is forever.” |
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, CHEM 2070-2080, CHEM 3570-3580 |
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Tutoring: CHEM 2070-2080, CHEM 3570, MATH 1110-1120, PHYS 2070 |
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Tutoring: BIOAP 3110, BIOEE 2780, BIOG 1101-1104, BIOMI 2900-2911, BIONB 2210 |
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Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, BIOBM 3300, CHEM 2070-2080, MATH 1110, PHYS 2207 |
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Tutoring: BIOG 1105-1106, BIOBM 3300 |
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 | | Erica Billig (emb77) is a senior in the College of Arts and Sciences, majoring in Computational Biology and minoring in Global Health. Although not completely sure, she will likely get her Masters/PhD in Public Health. She is the philanthropy chair for Alpha Chi Omega, a member of Hillel, and tutors at a local school through REACH. She likes doing craft projects in her free time, and hiking and exploring Ithaca, especially when the weather is nice. Her favorite class last semester was Theoretical Ecology (BIOEE 4600). She says, “The biology major can be challenging and demanding, but you’ll learn a lot and the work is very rewarding.” |
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 | | Morgan Broccoli (mcb258) is concentrating in Animal Physiology. Over the summer she volunteered in the ER of a hospital and worked at a children’s summer camp. After Cornell, she plans to attend medical school. She is a member of Cornell EMS and Cornell Women’s Equestrian Team. In her free time, she likes to spend time with friends and to go the barn and ride. Her favorite class is Introductory Animal Physiology (BIOAP 3110). She says, “Get involved - you never know who you might meet or what you might learn.” |
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1102, BIOAP 3110, BIOAP 3190, BIOAP 4580 |
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Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1102, MATH 1110-1120 |
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 | | Ina Chen (ic68) is concentrating in Molecular and Cell Biology. She plans on attending medical school after graduation. On campus she is involved in the Phi Sigma Pi sorority and she also works in the Brown lab. She likes to watch movies and read. Her favorite classes include Introductory Animal Physiology (BIOAP 3110), Biochemistry (BIOBM 3310-3320), and Genetics (BIOGD 2810). Her advice for freshman is “In the end, you are in control of your life. Don’t be afraid of making difficult decisions for yourself.” |
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1102, MATH 1110-1120, BIOGD 2810, BIOMI 2900, BIOBM 3300 |
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Tutoring: BIOBM 3320, BIOMI 2900 |
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Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, PHYS 2207-2208 |
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Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIOG 1101-1104, BIONB 2210-2220, PHYS 1101-1102 |
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Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, BIOMI 2900-2910, CHEM 2070-2080 |
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Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIOEE 2780, BIOG 1101-1104, BIONB 2210-2220 |
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Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIONB 2210 |
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Tutoring: BIOG 1101, BIONB 2210-2220, CHEM 2070-2080 |
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Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, BIOGD 2810, CHEM 2070-2080, CHEM 3570-3580, MATH 1110 |
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Tutoring: BIOBM 3310-3320, BIOG 1101-1102, BIOGD 2810, BIONB 2210, CHEM 3570-3580 |
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Tutoring: BIOBM 3330, BIOG 1105-1106, BIOGD 2810, CHEM 2070-2080, MATH 1110-1120 |
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Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIOG 1010-1020, CHEM 2070-2080 |
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Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIOEE 2610, BIOEE 2740, BIOEE 2780, BIOG 1101-1104, BIOGD 2810, CHEM 2070-2080, CHEM 3570-3580, PHYS 1101, NTRES 2100 |
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Tutoring: BIOG 1101, BIOG 1103, MATH 1105-1106, MATH 1110-1120 |
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Tutoring: NS 1150, NS 1220, NS 2450 |
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Tutoring: BIOG 1105-1106, BIONB 2210-2220 |
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 | | Shawna Tonick (snt7) is concentrating in Genetics and Development, and plans to go to medical school. She is a member of the Rotaract Club, Dazzles Dance Team, CALS Ambassadors, AED Premed Honor Society, and Ho-Nun-De-Kah Honor Society. She likes to dance, knit, read, watch movies, and hang out with friends. Her favorite classes are Developmental Biology (BIOGD 3850), and Human Bonding (HD 3620). She suggests, “Keep an open mind!” |
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, BIOGD 2810, CHEM 2070-2080 |
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 | | Carly Elston (cae33) is concentrating in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. She plans to get involved with Teach for American before attending medical school. She is involved in the Big Brothers Big Sisters one-to-one match program and the Cornell Steel Band. She loves to cook (and of course eat!). She also likes crafty things like card marking and beading. She also enjoys zoning out in front of the television. Her favorite classes include Chemical Ecology (BIOEE 3690), Principles of Biochemistry (Auto-tutorial) (BIOBM 3300), and Popular Culture in the United States (AMST 2020). Her advice is, “Take a big breath, relax, and make the time to enjoy Cornell. Four year will pass so quickly!” |
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 | | Ariel Fialko (aaf49) is concentrating in Biochemistry. After Cornell, she plans to work in pharmaceutical sales or go to graduate school for a PhD. Over the summer, she did research for Cornell’s Plant Pathology and Genetics development, and she volunteers at Cayuga Medical Center. She likes to relax by walking her dog in the parks in Ithaca. Her favorite class is Magical Mushrooms, Mischievous Molds (PLPA 2010). She suggests to freshmen, “The transition can be stressful but take time to relax and enjoy your experiences.” |
Tutoring: CHEM 2070-2080, MATH 1110-1120 |
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 | | Marc Halperin (mph42) is concentrating in General Biology and plans to attend medical school and pursue a career in psychiatry. He is a Resident Advisor, Undergraduate Research Assistant, Ho-Nun-De-Kah Honor Society member, and Teaching Assistant for BIOBM 3300 and BIOG 1105. He enjoys writing short stories and blogs, working out, listening to music, and dancing when no one’s looking. His favorite classes are Human Bonding (HD 3620) and Human Sociobiology (BIONB 3310). He suggests, “Remember there is so much more to life than academics, so be sure to enjoy all facets of Cornell!” |
Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIOG 1105-1106, CHEM 3570-2580 |
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 | | Sunna Jo (sj2580) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. She hopes to attend medical school or a public health school. She is a member of the Executive Board for Cornell Health International, an officer for the Golden Key International Honor Society, and participates in undergraduate research. She enjoys baking, playing volleyball, reading good books, watching Italian movies, and spending time with friends. Her favorite class is Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3570-3580). She suggests, “Take advantage of all of the advising resources available on campus and invest in your relationships.” |
Tutoring: BIONB 2210, BIOBM 3310-3320 |
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 | | Joseph Graterol (jag432) is concentrating in Microbiology and plans to attend medical school after graduation. He participates in PATCH, the Ho-Nun-De-Kah Honor Society and volunteers at the Cayuga Medical Center. He enjoys playing soccer and Latin dancing. His favorite class is Principles of Biochemistry (Auto-tutorial) (BIOBM3300). His advice for transfers: “There are tons of opportunities here for anything you can possibly think of, so be proactive but at the same time you’ll recognize that Cornell isn’t as big as it looks.” |
Tutoring: CHEM 3570-3580 |
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 | | Stephanie Chu (sc457) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. After Cornell, she plans on attending medical school. She involves herself with Therapy Thru Music, Cornell Symphony Orchestra, and is an RA at Balch Hall. She also does biomedical research in the Stover Lab. She enjoys playing the violin, swimming, running, baking, and watching TV. Her favorite classes are Introduction to Neurobiology (BIONB 2220), Animal Physiology Lab (BIOAP 3190), The Human Brain and Mind (HD 2200), and Medical Parasitology (BIOMI 4310). She says, “Cornell is a difficult experience and you might feel overwhelmed at times, but just remember that it’s making you a stronger person.” |
Tutoring: BIOAP 3110, BIOAP 3190, BIONB 2210-2220, CHEM 2070-2080, PHYS 2207-2208 |
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 | | Naji Wajid (naw39) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. After Cornell, he would like to pursue some kind of research, either graduate school or an internship, and would like to go to medical school. He is an officer of the Aikido Club and the Muslim Educational and Cultural Association. For fun, he enjoys playing soccer and also watching movies with friends. His favorite classes are Intro to Neurobiology (BIONB 2220), because you get to look at the fascinating aspects of the brain. He says, “Stay organized and always work hard, but don’t get discouraged when things become difficult.” |
Tutoring: CHEM 3570 |
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 | | Alice Lu (ayl35) is concentrating in Molecular and Cell Biology. After graduation, she hopes to have an international internship or fellowship for a year or two abroad before entering a PhD or MD/PhD program. She is a TA for Genetics and Autotutorial Biochemistry, runs a BSP Study Group for Organic Chemistry, a CALS tutor, a member of the Cornell Chorale, and a member of Operation DEEP and CHI. She also volunteers with the Ithaca Youth Bureau and Homeless Services of the Tompkins County American Red Cross. She likes to listen to music, dance, watch movies, read, spend time at the beach, and stay active and play sports. Her favorite class is Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3570-3580). She suggests, “Never underestimate yourselves and keep a positive attitude on what should be your adjustment semester here at Cornell. Keep on top of the workload and don’t let yourself fall behind or get overwhelmed – it’s always a thousand times harder to catch up once you’ve stopped keeping pace.” |
Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIOBM 4320, BIOBM 4370, BIOGD 2810, CHEM 3570-3580, MATH 1110-1120 |
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 | | Luke Poveromo (lpp7) is concentrating in Molecular and Cell Biology, and plans to attend medical school after graduation. He is involved in Cornell Mundial Club Soccer and is a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity and the Ho-Nun-De-Kah Honors Society. For fun, he likes to play soccer and go to the gym. His favorite classes are Principles of Biochemistry (BIOBM 3310) and Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3570-3580). He says, “Welcome to a fascinating major and get ready to learn a ton of biology!” |
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1103, CHEM 2070-2080, CHEM 3570-3580, 2510, BIOGD 2810, BIOBM 3310-3320, BIOBM 4320 |
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 | | Carlos Arbelaez (caa46) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. Over the summer, he plans to participate in the Hughes Scholars Program. He plans to get a PhD in neuroscience. He works in the DeLisa Lab, is a member of the Cornell Rugby Club and works as a Cornell Fitness Centers Student Coordinator. He likes to exercise, weight lift, and hang out with friends. His favorite class is Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3570-3580). |
Tutoring: CHEM 2070-2080, MATH 1110-1120 |
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 | | Katie O’Leary (cjo39) is concentrating in General Biology. She plans to attend medical school. Besides being a Biology Student Advisor, she is part of the Harrington Lab and is a CALS tutor. She likes to play violin, go running and hiking, and hang out with friends and family. “When I need to relax, I takes a long shower and if I’m stressed on campus, just remind myself to breathe and take things as they some.” Her favorite class is Mammalian Physiology (BIOAP 4580) because the professor is great and he makes the material come to life. She says, “Don’t be intimidated! You’re here for a reason. You will be amazed by what you will accomplish when you believe in yourself.” |
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, MATH 1110-1120, NS 1150 |
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 | | Katie Ramsey (kar245) is concentrating in Animal Physiology, and plans to attend medical school after graduation. She is involved in the Army ROTC and is a member of the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority. For fun, she enjoys running, watching movies, reading, and shopping. Her favorite classes are Animal Reproduction and Development (ANSCI 2400) and Animal Physiology Experimentation (BIOAP 3190). She suggests, “Take it slow! You have plenty of time to get all your requirements. Don’t try too much at once.” |
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, CHEM 2070-2080 |
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 | | Patricia Eliasinski (pme37) is concentrating in Plant Science. She plans to attend medical school after graduation. She is involved in the Panhellenic Association and Tompkins County Big Brothers Big Sisters Program. She enjoys swimming, reading, watching movies, and listening to music. Her favorite classes include Landscape Architecture’s Identification of Woody Perennials (HORT 3910) and Naturalist Outreach (ENTOM 3350). Her words of encouragement for freshmen: “Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, he turned into a butterfly.” |
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, CHEM 3570-3580 |
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 | | Corey O’Brien (cro29) is concentrating in General Biology, and plans to work in an NGO in Europe before attending medical school. He is involved in Cornell EMS, Outdoor Odyssey, Cornell Democrats, and is a member of the Alpha Epsilon Delta Fraternity. For fun, he enjoys bike riding, walking around the gorges and watching movies. His favorite classes are Introduction to Statistics (AEM 2100) and the EMT Certification Course (PE 1200). He suggests, “Take advantage of your resources!” |
Tutoring: AEM 2100, BIOMI 2900, CHEM 3570 |
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 | | Ryan Clagg (rac88) is concentrating in Genetics and Development. He plans on either attending medical school or film school after graduation. He is involved in the Kappa Alpha Society, Cornell Film Club, and SHAC. For fun he likes to watch movies and television, play piano, draw comics, and write screenplays. His favorite classes are Genetics (BIOGD 2810) and Screenwriting (FILM 3830). He suggests, “Keep your mind open!” |
Tutoring: BIOBM 3300-3320, BIOGD 2810 |
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