"I have always been in favour of combining labour and study." -Ezra Cornell, 1846
Representing just 4% of the Cornell undergraduate population, The Cornell Tradition Fellowshipis a contemporary expression of the founder's vision. The program awards approximately 500 fellowships each year to students who demonstrate significant work experience, campus and/or community service, and academic achievement. Through The Cornell Tradition, students make meaningful contributions to camp
06/05/2026
Cornell Tradition founder Chuck Feeney once said, “I’m happy when what I’m doing is helping people and unhappy when what I’m doing isn’t helping people.”
To all our graduates — continue to be that helper.
Help in any way you can — whether it’s kids, animals, a blood drive, or simply showing someone how to use Excel.
We need as many helpers as possible in the world.
Congratulations to the graduating class of 2026!
06/04/2026
Good morning, Tradition alumni!
Will you be in Ithaca for Cornell Reunion 2026 (June 4th-7th)? If so, and if your schedule allows, we’d love to invite you to stop by and say hello at the Commitment Office in 300 Kennedy Hall.
Our office hours are 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., and we know it’s a busy time on campus. Even if you can only pop in briefly for a quick hello (or goodbye!), we’d still be thrilled to see your smiling faces.
Hope to see you soon!
| Monday | 9am - 4:30pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 4:30pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 4:30pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 4:30pm |
| Friday | 9am - 4:30pm |