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See how our current work and research is bringing new thinking and new solutions to some of today's biggest challenges.

At the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, learning extends beyond the classroom.

The CALS Engaged, Experiential & Entrepreneurial (E3) Career Development Center is committed to ensuring that every CALS student graduates with at least one meaningful experiential learning opportunity—such as an internship, research experience, fieldwork, study abroad, or engaged learning.

By connecting students with hands-on opportunities, professional guidance, and employer and faculty partners, the CALS Career Center helps students translate academic knowledge into real-world experience, preparing graduates to contribute with purpose on day one.

25%

undergraduate students

engage in research

380+

engaged courses

200+

study abroad programs

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Christina Schmidt

Director of CALS Office of Curriculum Development and Instructional Support

Office of Academic Programs

Christina Schmidt
  • cms536 [at] cornell.edu
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Kristina Harrison

Assistant Director of Experiential Learning

Office of Student Services

Kristina Harrison
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Carrie Simon

Program Coordinator, Lund Fellows Program for Regenerative Agriculture

Global Development Section

Carrie Simon
  • cns44 [at] cornell.edu