What is Purple Proud?

Through Purple Proud a sense of community is developed and students begin a lifelong involvement with the college by furthering its history and personality, strengthening its traditions, and instilling Cornell pride in current and future students, alumni and friends.

Purple Proud Events

Thanks Giving: Cornell students to thank donors for the contributions they have made to the Cornell Community

• November 15, 2012

Gift Giving: Cornell students creating and giving gifts to celebrate the holiday season

• December 12, 2012

Giving Back: Demonstrating appreciation to various offices and personnel on campus

• February 20, 2013

Giving Pride: Recognizing the co-curricular achievements of Cornell students through the Student Leadership Awards

• April 27, 2013

Cornell Traditions

Since 1853, we’ve been building community at Cornell College by handing down a variety of rich traditions from one class to the next. Visit Admissions' History & Traditions page to read about a few.