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• Small Group Meetups with Tony Chen ('12)

  • Start
    Sun, August 23, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • End
    Sun, August 30, 2026
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • Location
    Multiple

  

  Tony Chen (’12) is a fellow alum who is traveling around America. He aims to connect Cornellians with each other (he doesn't work for Cornell, it's just for fun). So he's hoping to meet Cornellians in informal small gatherings while visiting the San Francisco Bay Area in August. Let's show him a warm welcome to the Bay Area by coming to hang out at one of the upcoming dates. He'll be hosting casual hangouts across the Bay Area from August 23–30, so come say hi, meet new faces, and reconnect with old friends over coffee, food, or a stroll. See registration link below.

  Schedule:

  Sunday, August 23

  • 9am–12pm - Palo Alto: Gregorys Coffee, 660 Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto, CA 94304
  • 2pm–4pm — Walnut Creek: Gott's Walnut Creek, 1275 S Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
  • 6pm–8pm — San Jose: San Pedro Square Market, 87 N San Pedro St, San Jose, CA 95110

  Monday, August 24

  • 6pm–8pm - Santa Cruz: Santa Cruz Diner, 909 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

  Tuesday, August 25

  • 6pm–8pm - San Francisco: Spark Social SF, 601 Mission Bay Boulevard North, San Francisco, CA 94158

  Wednesday, August 26

  • 7pm–9pm - Santa Clara: The Melt, 3939 Rivermark Plaza, Santa Clara, CA 95054

  Thursday, August 27

  • 6pm–8pm - San Francisco: Pier 23, San Francisco, CA 94111
  • 8pm–10pm - San Francisco: Exploratorium, 15 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94111

  Friday, August 28

  • 6pm–8pm - Berkeley: Noodles Fresh, 2430 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

  Saturday, August 29

  • 11am–12pm - Sausalito: Taste of Rome, 1000 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA 94965
  • 2pm–4pm - Napa: Oxbow Public Market, 610 1st St, Napa, CA 94559
  • 5:30pm–7:30pm - Sacramento: Mendocino Farms, 1610 R St, Sacramento, CA 95811

  Sunday, August 30

  • 10am–12pm - San Francisco: Presidio Tunnel Tops, 210 Lincoln Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94129
  • 2pm–4pm - Fremont: Moka & Co, 40667 Fremont Blvd, Fremont, CA 94538
  • 5pm–7pm - Palo Alto: The Melt, 180 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94304

  Who Can Come: All Cornellians and their guests - informal gathering, no age restriction.

  Cost: Free

  Registration: Sign up directly with Tony: https://forms.gle/Aywq2C82oZpwAEmi8; 

  Questions? Contact Tony Chen at LC465@cornell.edu. In case you want to text him - (202) 415-5342

  Join Cornell NorCal here, and donate here.

  Event proceeds go towards operating costs and supporting Cornell students from the SF Bay Area. We are a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, and we receive no funding from Cornell University.

  By registering for and/or participating in this event, you agree that you will adhere to the Cornell University guidelines in regard to COVID-19. Stay informed at covid.cornell.edu. If you are sick or showing symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home. Cornell University is not liable in the event of a COVID-19 outbreak. Attendees will participate at their own risk.

  
  

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• CANCELLED: Cornell Cares East Bay - Calling All Animal Lovers!

  • When
    Sat, August 29, 2026
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Milo Animal Rescue, 220 S. Garrard Blvd., Point Richmond 94801
  • Spaces left
    0

  Registration is closed

  

  Note: This event has been cancelled because the Milo facility is closing temporarily for building renovations.

  Volunteer with Milo Animal Rescue at Point Richmond for Cornell Cares! This is the eighth time we have shown our generous Big Red spirit at this popular volunteer event, while benefiting from a fun and rewarding experience with fellow alumni.

  There are countless ways that you can help make a difference for the many animals currently awaiting adoption. Volunteers can help with animal care tasks, such as brushing dogs and socializing cats, or maintenance of the facilities.

  We will meet at the Milo facility at 220 S. Garrard Blvd. in Point Richmond at 10 am; please plan to arrive on time. Plenty of street parking is available. There will be a brief orientation, followed by volunteer activities. Children must be at least 12 and accompanied by a parent/guardian. 

  Registration closes on Thursday, August 27 at 5 pm (or when registration is full), and is limited to 15 people. Please register everyone who's attending, including your children. If your plans change, please notify Mae Lum at maewlum@gmail.com so that your spot can go to another Cornellian. 

  Wear your Cornell red!

  REGISTRATION

  FREE for Cornell NorCal dues-paying members and non-members.

  LOCATION

  Milo Animal Rescue

  220 S. Garrard Blvd., Point Richmond 94801

  milofoundation.org; (510) 900-2275

  TRANSPORTATION

  Street parking is available. Or take the #72 bus from the El Cerrito Del Norte BART station and get off at S. Garrard and Canal Boulevards.

  QUESTIONS? Contact Mae Lum at maewlum@gmail.com or Shiryn Shilileh '04 at shiryn@comcast.net.

  Join Cornell NorCal here, and donate here.

  Event proceeds go towards operating costs and supporting Cornell students from the SF Bay Area. We are a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, and we receive no funding from Cornell University.

  By registering for and/or participating in this event, you agree that you will adhere to the Cornell University guidelines in regard to COVID-19. Stay informed at covid.cornell.edu. If you are sick or showing symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home. Cornell University is not liable in the event of a COVID-19 outbreak. Attendees will participate at their own risk.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Bangladeshi 6-Course Tasting Menu

  • When
    Sat, August 29, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Sanchez Drive, San Jose, CA (exact location will be provided upon registration)

  

  Come indulge in an authentic 6-course Bangladeshi tasting menu with an intimate gathering hosted at a Cornell Board Member’s home! We'll be serving up a 6-course menu of dishes celebrating fall flavors and peak produce.

  Reserve your spots on Resy.

  
  

  Previous menus: Mota/menu

  
  

  Don't miss this opportunity to experience a unique fine-dining experience prepared in a home kitchen with your new Cornell and Ivy+ friends, featuring authentic recipes passed down through generations with a modern twist. Check out our instagram.

  
  

  Hand-crafted cocktails/mocktails will also be served.

  Get ready to experience the unique blend of sweet, savory, and spicy that defines Bangladeshi cuisine!

  REGISTRATION: 

  Complete registration on Mota.

  Cornell NorCal dues-paying members and non-members: $90 (use discount code 'BIGRED' during booking).

  Buy tickets in advance online; no tickets sold at the door. All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

  What's included:

  • 6-course menu including desserts

  • Hand-crafted cocktails/mocktails

  • Special accommodations (such as vegetarian replacements) can be requested when booking on Resy or at www.motadining.com.

  Dress code: remember to wear your Cornell red!

  LOCATION

  Sanchez Drive, San Jose (exact address will be provided to registrants)

  TRANSPORTATION

  Parking lots and street parking are available around the condo. If you are planning to drink, please consider using a rideshare app.
  

  Questions? Please contact Tasnuva Tabassum' 17

  Join Cornell NorCal here, and donate here. Cornell NorCal is a 501(c)(3) non-profit alumni club that receives no funding from Cornell University.

  Event proceeds go toward overhead costs and supporting newly admitted students from the SF Bay Area. 

  By registering for and/or participating in this event, you agree that you will adhere to the Cornell University guidelines in regard to COVID-19. Stay informed at covid.cornell.edu. If you are sick or showing symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home. Cornell University is not liable in the event of a COVID-19 outbreak. Attendees will participate at their own risk.

  
  

  
  

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• Navigating College Admissions in 2026

  • When
    Thu, September 10, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Spaces left
    29

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  Join Cornell NorCal for an insider’s perspective on today’s highly competitive college admissions landscape - including what selective colleges look for, how students can differentiate themselves, and common myths families should avoid.

   William Wang, founder of Lux Admissions and a Yale graduate, will draw on his experience advising students through the admissions process. Lux Admissions has worked with students admitted to leading universities across the country, including 14 students currently attending Cornell or matriculating this year.

  During the session, William will walk through key elements of a strong college application. He'll also share examples from real student admissions files at a few Ivy League Universities, providing a rare look at how admission officers at top colleges evaluate applicants. These files will show how admission officers really think about essays, letters of recommendation, testing, and other parts of a student's narrative.

  Topics will include:

  • What selective colleges are really looking for in 2026
  • How students can build a compelling application narrative
  • Academics, extracurriculars, essays, and recommendations
  • Common admissions myths and mistakes
  • Examples from real student admissions files
  • Practical steps students can take now to strengthen their applications

  This session is designed for high school students, parents, and Cornell alumni interested in gaining a clearer and more strategic understanding of the modern college admissions process.

  Registration: Please register through Cornell NorCal. The Zoom link will be distributed to registered attendees.

  WHEN

  Thursday, September 10, 2026 | 6:00–7:00 PM

  LOCATION

  Online

  REGISTRATION

  • Cornell NorCal dues paying members: Free

  
  

  Questions? Contact Angshuman Rudra '15

  Join Cornell NorCal here, and donate here.
  

  Event proceeds go towards operating costs and supporting Cornell students from the SF Bay Area. We are a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, and we receive no funding from Cornell University.

  By registering for and/or participating in this event, you agree that you will adhere to the Cornell University guidelines in regard to COVID-19. Stay informed at covid.cornell.edu. If you are sick or showing symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home. Cornell University is not liable in the event of a COVID-19 outbreak. Attendees will participate at their own risk.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• September Multi-School Picnic Mixer @ Golden Gate Park

  • When
    Sun, September 20, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Golden Gate Park (exact address will be provided to registrants to the email used during registration).

  This event is hosted by South Bay Stanford Alumni

  Join us as we embrace the sunny weather with an alumni happy hour to reconnect and celebrate together.

  Whether you're looking to catch up with old friends, make new connections, strengthen your local alumni network, or simply enjoy a casual evening out, this event is for you. With delicious food, drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere, it's the perfect way to unwind and engage with the vibrant multi-school alumni community in SF.

  Feel free to bring plus ones from other schools — all are welcome!

  Register at https://luma.com/wp91l85m

  Following alumni clubs will be attending this event:

  • South Bay Stanford Alumni
  • MIT Club of Northern California
  • Georgia Tech Alumni Association San Francisco Bay Area
  • Kellogg Alumni Club of San Francisco and Silicon Valley
  • Cambridge Alumni of Northern California
  • Cornell Northern California Alumni Association
  • Cal Alumni of San Francisco
  • Harvard Club of San Francisco
  • NYU Alumni Club in the Bay Area

  Remember to wear your Cornell red!

  WHEN

  Sep 20th, 2026, 12-6pm

  LOCATION

  Golden Gate Park (exact address will be provided to registrants to the email used during registration). 

  QUESTIONS?

  Contact the Stanford Young Alumni - Bay Area (Ling Li) directly at lingli6@alumni.stanford.edu or Paris Hsu at paris.hsu88@gmail.com

  Join Cornell NorCal here, and donate here.

  Event proceeds go towards operating costs and supporting Cornell students from the SF Bay Area. We are a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, and we receive no funding from Cornell University.

  By registering for and/or participating in this event, you agree that you will adhere to the Cornell University guidelines in regard to COVID-19. Stay informed at covid.cornell.edu. If you are sick or showing symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home. Cornell University is not liable in the event of a COVID-19 outbreak. Attendees will participate at their own risk.

  
  

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