An educational beacon

Learning across disciplines and differences

"Difference is fundamental to how we learn and how we grow, and part of that is making sure that a Cornell education is accessible to all, no matter what kind of background or resources they have."—Verity Platt, Professor of Classics and History of Art

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Verity Platt speaks at 2021 university-wide campaign launch

Educating students to be leaders who carry the Cornell ethos into the world

Cornellians learn not only to thrive in their own lives and careers but to lead in a changing world. Committing to our students—welcoming, educating, supporting, and developing “any person”—is the most profound commitment we can make.

Campaign priorities

Access for any student—expanding access and increasing socioeconomic diversity of the student body
Educational verve—pursuing new ways to teach and to learn that are creative, evidence-based, and always moving forward
Personal wellbeing and growth—providing resources and teaching skills to promote physical and mental health that create a thriving student body