News
Everything You Need to Know About the Cornell Swim Test
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The Sun provides a deep-dive into everything you should know about Cornell’s swim test requirement.
News
Not Going Swimmingly: Students Experience Long Waits, Stress at Swim Test
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For the first time since before the COVID-19 pandemic, Cornell students are taking their swim tests, which are required for graduation.
News
Swim Test Requirement Postponed, Leaving Cornellians Dry
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The University has decided to waive the swim test requirement for the fifth semester due to the ongoing pandemic.
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Cornell Cancels Swim Test for Fall 2020
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For the second time this year, Cornell has waived the swim test graduation requirement, excusing students who will graduate in fall 2020 or spring 2021.
COVID-19
Cornell Students Avoid ‘Sink or Swim’ Ultimatum as University Waives Swim Tests and PE Classes
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The infamous Cornell swim test and all physical education requirements will be waived for seniors in the light of the global COVID-19 outbreak and cancellation of in-person classes.
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Starting Off With a Splash: Students Share Their Swim Test Experiences
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Thousands of Cornellians have been required to jump into the Helen Newman or Barton Hall pools since the notorious swim test requirement began in the early 1900s. Even former President David Skorton swam his compulsory laps in 2006.
Columns
JAIN | Drowning Is Hard
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I came to Cornell to learn lots of things. That’s what college is all about: learning shit. Among the things I’m most proud of learning are various intricacies of contemporary art history, how to roll my own cigarette and how to contract mono. The Ivy League education system is filled to the brim with diverse educational opportunities, some in the classroom and some outside. As a student in the College of Arts and Sciences, I have a bunch of specific requirements to complete so I can graduate.