Cornell Atlanta Alumni Association

© Keith Kubarek, Cornell University
© Keith Kubarek,
Cornell University

Dear Cornell Alumni,

 

Last year the Cornell Lightweight Varsity Boat took second at the 2006 Royal Henley Regatta in England! In order for a varsity boat to make it to Henley, the crew must take first at Eastern Sprints or Nationals. In 2006 the Big Red took first at Eastern Sprints and Nationals. This year, they have continued there winning streak taking second at Eastern Sprints, first at Nationals, and second at the 2007 Royal Henley Regatta. Only Princeton in the late eighties has been able to claim back-to-back National Championships. Although this may just sound like facts to those of you who are not part of Cornell rowing, to me it is what keeps the Big Red flowing through my veins.

 

Whether you were a graduate or undergraduate student, an athlete, hotelier, engineer, or architect, we all have a special tie to Cornell. Whether it is memories of the clock tower, hours spent studying at Mann library, or nights spent partying in college town, we all hold a special place in our hearts for the Big Red.

 

As Atlanta alumni, we have a great opportunity to foster these memories and connections. Over 1,500 Cornell alumni live in Atlanta. A large number of these alumni populate the many events we offer through the Cornell Atlanta Alumni Association. From the All Ivy Polo Match to Cocktails in the Garden, we provide you with many opportunities to reminisce about your RED roots.

 

I have met many wonderful people through the Cornell Atlanta Alumni Association. Each of them reminds me of reasons why I attended Cornell. In addition to fond memories, I thank the alumni association for the many wonderful friends I have met.

 

As President of the Cornell Atlanta Alumni Association, I am proud to say that the alumni here in Atlanta are an active and vibrant group. The current board of directors is outstanding, and our membership is growing daily!

 

I strongly encourage you to join our association, and I look forward to seeing you at the many events we have scheduled this year! We have added the ability for you to join the association online, and our many events are posted on the website.

 

As always, you are welcome to contact me or any of the other board members. Contact information is listed in the About Us section of the website.

 

Go Big Red!

 

Tyler Tatum '97

Cornell Alumni Association of Atlanta President

jtt2@cornell.edu