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Staff Stories

Meet some of the extraordinary people who work at Cornell.

Like our students, Cornell's staff and faculty come from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, bringing skills and experience that make our workplace truly remarkable.

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Mikaela Frost posing in hallway

Mikaela Frost 

Meet Mikaela Frost, licensed vet tech at Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, and learn about her work to help create an innovative internship program for LVTs.

Meet Mikaela

Trisica Munroe outdoors next to glassy building

Trisica Munroe

Trisica describes how she has built her career at the university by consistently expanding her knowledge and skills, and using these experiences to create a positive environment for others.

Meet Trisica

Cheyenne Scholl posing in Schurman Hall interior

Cheyanne Scholl

A tragic loss led to a life-changing commitment. Meet the founder of Cornell's "Out of the Darkness Walk."

Meet Cheyanne

Emily Jensen smiling, ILR interior red wall

Emily Jensen

As a person with disabilities, Emily was met with many "nos" and "you'll nevers" as she pursued a career. That changed when she came to work at Cornell.

Meet Emily

Devan Carrington at an indoor Cornell sports event

Devan Carrington

Having mentors as a first-generation college student helped Devan to pursue his dreams despite challenges, and find purpose in a career where he enriches the experiences of student-athletes.

Meet Devan

Everyone has a story to tell...

Learn more about the remarkable people who work at Cornell. Our stories come from all across the university, with new stories being added every month!

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