Calling All Freshmen!

The new school year is approaching and we at the Cornell Republicans (or the CRs, as we’re often called) are excited to welcome the next wave of young conservatives to Cornell!

As a third-year member of the CRs, I can say to our incoming freshman that it’s a great outlet for conservatives to connect with each other, network, put on events, and be activists. Last year, for instance, we hosted Karl Rove as a speaker. Not only did I get to see him speak, but, because I was involved with the CRs, I personally accompanied him from his hotel to the event. And as if that wasn’t enough, I attended a private dinner reception after his presentation with Rove and about 20 other campus Republicans. After this, he generously offered to sign any pictures CRs members sent him from that evening.

It was certainly a night to remember. It was simply fascinating to hear Rove’s take on a host of political topics and especially enthralling to listen to his first-hand account of his and President Bush’s activities on September 11th.

I never would have had such an experience had I not been part of the CRs, nor would I have had the opportunity to get to know many of the smart, energetic college conservatives I know today.

So whether you decide to usher at a speaking event, volunteer for a local campaign, or march bravely through a sea of liberals in the homecoming parade, I urge all of you conservatives — and all who are simply curious about the conservative movement — who arrive at Cornell in the fall to become active in the Cornell Republicans.