A graduate of the Washington University School of Law, Ross Blankenship is a top-selling author and expert on startups. Prior to earning his juris doctor, Ross Blankenship studied economics and government at Cornell University and he also competed on the Cornell Big Red rowing team. The Cornell Rowing Association is made up of alumni and friends of the Cornell rowing teams, and helps support the current teams with programs like the Cornell Rowing Association Mentoring Program.
Founded in 1976, the Cornell Rowing Association came about as a way to raise funds for the current Cornell rowing teams. There are three Cornell rowing teams: the Men’s Heavyweight Rowing team, the Men’s Lightweight Rowing team, and the Women’s Rowing team. The Cornell Rowing Association Mentoring Program (CRAMP) allows Cornell rowing alumni to meet with students on the current Cornell rowing roster to provide advice and guidance in achieving success after they graduate.
Former rowers can participate in the Cornell Rowing Association Mentoring Program by attending various events. Each fall, a panel is held where five alumni answer questions from current Cornell rowers. After the question and answer segment ends, all attendees are invited to a networking event where students can meet more alumni.
Additionally, students have the ability to submit applications for jobs or internships at companies where Cornell rowing alumni work. Juniors and seniors also have the opportunity to have their resumes reviewed by alumni each spring.
Alumni can stay connected by joining the Cornell Rowing Group on LinkedIn. By attending events, they also have the opportunity to reconnect with former teammates.
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