I’m applying ED to Cornell CALS and I got an email a few days ago reading the following:
"Greetings from Cornell University!
I am writing to introduce you to three university-wide recognition programs that comprise what we call the Cornell Commitment. These unique programs are designed to honor students who have demonstrated achievements in leadership, work and service, research and discovery, and academic excellence. We invite you to learn more about the exciting opportunities that you could take advantage of within the Cornell Tradition, Meinig Family Cornell National Scholars, and the Rawlings Cornell Presidential Research Scholars programs.
We hope you’ll take a few minutes to learn more about the Cornell Commitment Programs, see examples of what students are doing, and like us on Facebook:
Cornell Tradition Fellowship Facebook page
Meinig Family Cornell National Scholars Facebook page
Rawlings Cornell Presidential Research Scholars Facebook page
Students are selected for the Cornell Commitment programs during the admissions process and are notified of their selection in early April, shortly after university admission decisions are released. The Cornell Commitment offers significant opportunities for personal and academic development, and enrolling Commitment students are eligible to participate throughout their undergraduate years at Cornell. Support funds are available and can be used for internships, alternative break activities, research, and special projects.
Should you have questions, feel free to ask them at MeetEzra. Best wishes for a successful year in school.
Sincerely,
Shawn L. Felton
Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Cornell University"
Can anyone who’s had experience with this program give me a more in depth explanation of it? Also, not to sound petty, but would getting recommended for this program possibly up my chances for admission or be a sign of a good chance of admission?