Student Voices & Experiences

Emerging markets elective highlights teamwork and insight among EMBAs
David Wei Wu (EMBA Metro NY) shares what he learned about emerging markets—and his classmates—during a winter residential session elective course.

MMH externships give insider’s view of the hospitality industry
Two MMH students recap their winter externship experiences shadowing hospitality professionals in revenue management and hotel development.

Cornell team ‘solves the retirement puzzle,’ earns first place at the 2020 IPCC
Robert Carney, member of the winning Cornell team at the 4th Annual Investment Portfolio Case Competition, recounts his experience at the event.

MBAs find ways to stay social from a distance
From online club meetings to virtual Sage Socials, Johnson’s Student Council has taken the lead to ensure MBAs stay connected during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Reflecting on international service projects with Dyson’s SMART program
In January 2020, total of 44 students and leaders from across Cornell completed service projects with international organizations in Africa and Asia.

Campus community donates essential medical supplies
Groups not directly linked to technical or medical research, such as MBA students in the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, took up the call.

An internship with impact at the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland
Feam recaps his internship with the United Nations Office at Geneva where he evaluated progress toward the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and more.

Jamie Hunt, MBA ’13, reflects on his experience as a Park Fellow and living with impact
A Q&A with alumnus Jamie Hunt outlines his Johnson memories, the creation of the Patagonia Leadership Expedition, and his insights on making an impact.

Roundtable Recap: Students discuss card check, Airbnb, and $15 minimum wage
Labor Relations in Hospitality Roundtable looks at impact on the hospitality industry of changing technology, Airbnb, and wage increase.