<p>Yeah, thanks for continuing the thread, even though some guys got off the subject a bit.
Now, I have this alumni meeting on Saturday. My interviewer claimed in her email that she is "MUCH older" than I am when I inquired as if I should address her as Ms. or Mrs. somebody instead of calling her Karen. She probably has not had any extensive contact with Cornell's policies and things recently, not like a fresh grad. </p>
<p>Anywayz, my question is : "What are some good questions I should ask her?" What are good questions to ask during interviews for God's sake. I have never done an alumni interview before.</p>
<p>Fellow CC'ers , please compile a list of good questions for me and others in the same situation to ask the Cornell alum.</p>
<p>One suggestion I heard before is :" What quote describes your Cornell experience?" or "What best defines your Cornell experience. " </p>
<p>Obviously I shouldn't ask anything that can be found on Cornell's website or brochures, but any other good general or specific questions to ask?</p>
<p>ask her how her cornell experience helped her with her life.</p>
<p>i guess you want to kinda put the spotlight on her. ask her questions that push her to prove cornell is the best, like you're the one holding the Aces and playing the hand. </p>
<p>sry, i can't describe it. nor can i really remember my questions, but remember, a lot of time may have passed since her graduation. questions on recent developments would not be too good of a choice. </p>
<p>good luck and just let the interview flow. i expected it would take about 20 minutes (from a list of questions that i brought), but it went on to slightly over an hour</p>
<p>Anyone else? I compiled ten potential questions to ask, please critique them. Suggest good questions to ask if you think so. You guys probably have way more enthusiam for Cornell than me, so all your heads put together should help me generate some great questions. Thank you very much in advance. </p>
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<li><p>In your opinion, what makes Cornell unique? </p></li>
<li><p>Can you tell me a bit about the relationship between Cornells hilltop campus and Ithaca, New York? Does the Cornellian community dominate the college town or is it the other way around? Are relations between town and gown generally friendly and cooperative?</p></li>
<li><p>If you had the chance to make one improvement on Cornell, what would it be?</p></li>
<li><p>Personality compatibility between college and student is a big concern for me. Do you think the character or personality of the Arts and Sciences school has changed at all in recent times? How?</p></li>
<li><p>What is your opinion on Cornell increasing the tuition fee by 4.3 percent? Do you believe this is a trend that will likely to continue from year to year? If so, what are your suggestions about dealing with fee increase?</p></li>
<li><p>What best defines your Cornell experience?</p></li>
<li><p>If you have the chance to start over at Cornell again, what changes would you make? </p></li>
<li><p>Is working part time realistic alongside Cornells rigorous curriculum? If so, what are some good jobs, both income-wise and experience related. </p></li>
<li><p>Just how rigorous do you feel Cornells curriculum is? Is there adequate time for extracurricular activities in general? </p></li>
<li><p>I have heard controversial opinions concerning fraternity? I most likely will not pledge. A vow not to drink alcohol is a primary reason for me deciding not to join, even though there are supposedly dry fraternities. Whats your opinion on fraternities and sororities (of course, I can never join a sorority :- )? What are the potential benefits of fraternity? </p></li>
<li><p>Can you describe Ithacas weather compared to Phoenix, Arizonas, and what are your likes and dislikes concerning Ithacas weather issue?</p></li>
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<p>Lol, indeed, after I looked at your instant message screen name, you're Vignesh (I may have spelled it wrong) , That's great, we can keep in contact here.</p>
<p>I did mention full attendance in my applications, but do you think I should also send in the articles to schools? I mean, the newspaper article was above the fold and continued on the next page.</p>
<p>One should always address someone who isnt their friend (especially in an interview type situation) as Mr./Ms. __________. Play it safe; if they want to be known as karen they'll say "please, karen is fine," or something.</p>
<p>Oh just a word to the wise guys...if you're setting up your interview by email, don't assume that someone is a male/female because you will probably get BURNED like I did!! </p>
<p>Hahah ok well maybe not probably, but you MIGHT end up making an ass out of u&me! :D</p>
<p>actually, one of my friends had a horrible experience with cornell during her interview. apparently her interviewer asked one question "why cornell" and the rest of the time, she talked about her family and how smart her son is, etc. i don't think i want an interview like that.</p>
<p>mine was similar to that. it was like a one on one info session. she basically tried to sell cornell to me for an hour and a half. During the entire time i talked for maybe 5 mins...it was weird</p>
<p>Heres a useful hint so you don't end up like nicky :p If they say alumna, its a lady, if they say alumnus its either a guy, or a girl who didn't take latin. If they say "I am an alumni" it's either and they def didn't take latin.</p>
<p>In the interview, your interviewer is going to want to get a sense of who you are, and what you possibly have to offer the school. Just be yourself and relax because that is the best way to get through it.</p>