<p>hey guys,</p>
<p>so i was asked by a local cornell alumni to meet him tomorrow. we talked on the phone for awhile and laughed a good bit, but I am still slightly nervous...yes I am retarded. </p>
<p>So, I thought I should do a good bit of research about Cornell programs, their strengths, some current researches in the field I want to join, and the faculty. (I talked to my great uncle - cornell alumni - and he explained a good story about why i should attend cornell). Do you think there are more things I should research/talk about for the meeting?</p>
<p>Also, how does the whole interview process work and should i be freaking out about it? What do you guys think is the ONE thing that makes Cornell the right choice in terms of education/location/anything? </p>
<p>Thank you so much guys for all the help and listening to these pointless questions...thanks again!</p>
<p>-Sea</p>
<p>The interview is really relaxed, they just want to know about you, your interests, and why you want to go to Cornell, what you like about it and such. At least that is what my interview was like last week. But I think each interviewer does things a little differently, so it is best to be prepared to answer tough questions. Just be honest and say why you really like Cornell, and why you applied, that often works best. Good Luck!</p>
<p>Do Cornell Interviews for CoE really matter? I had 4 other friends apply but they never got a phone call from an alumni</p>
<p>i got into CoE ed and never did an interview. i don't think that they even offer interviews</p>
<p>What SeaHwang is having is a CAAAN. Cornell says in their Freshmen Application Instructions:</p>
<p>"Contact Meeting with Cornell Alumni Admissions Ambassadors (CAAAN)
Once we receive you Common Aplication and fee, we will forward your name to a local Cornell alumni (CAAAN) committee, if one exists in your area. A member of that committee may then contact you to schedule a time to meet. This meeting is not and inerview, nor is it a requirement for admissions; rather, it is and opportunity for you to speak with a Cornell graduate and learn more about the university-and for us to learn more about you."</p>