Cornell Campus Update: Transfer Deadline, Finals Week, Big Red Sports, Holiday Events & Winter Weather Prep (Dec 1–8)

Hey Touchdown the Bear, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for December 1 through December 8. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—today, December 1, is the deadline to apply for internal transfer. If you're considering switching majors or colleges within Cornell, make sure to submit your application by 11:59 p.m. tonight. Next, the last day of instruction for the fall semester is Monday, December 8. That means this is your final week of classes before study days and exams begin. Time to wrap up those projects and start reviewing your notes. Finally, if you're enrolled in a 7-week Session 2 course, classes end this Friday, December 5. Be sure to check with your professors about any final assignments or exams. Over the weekend, our Big Red men's hockey team faced off against the Harvard Crimson in a thrilling match at Lynah Rink. The game ended in a 3-3 tie after an intense overtime period. Forward Alex Thompson scored two goals, earning him the title of standout athlete this week. Looking ahead, the women's basketball team has a home game this Saturday, December 6, against the Yale Bulldogs. Tip-off is at 2 p.m. in Newman Arena—come out and support the team! This Thursday, December 4, the Cornell Glee Club and Chorus are hosting their annual Holiday Concert at Sage Chapel. It's a festive tradition featuring seasonal favorites and student soloists. Doors open at 7 p.m., and admission is free. On the dining front, the popular food truck "Louie's Lunch" is back on Ho Plaza after a brief hiatus. They're serving up their famous hot sandwiches and soups—perfect for these chilly days. And speaking of campus trends, have you seen the "Snowman Challenge" taking over social media? Students are competing to build the most creative snow sculptures around campus. It's a fun way to embrace the winter weather and showcase your artistic side. Here's your weather forecast for the week in Ithaca, New York: - Cloudy and cold with intermittent snow and flurries this afternoon, accumulating 2-4 cm. High: 25°F (-4°C), Low: 16°F (-9°C). - Sun and areas of low clouds and cold. High: 26°F (-3°C), Low: 21°F (-6°C). - Times of clouds and sun with a stray flurry; breezy in the afternoon. High: 31°F (-1°C), Low: -4°F (-20°C). - Sunny and colder. High: 13°F (-11°C), Low: 5°F (-15°C). - Cloudy and cold. High: 25°F (-4°C), Low: 20°F (-7°C). - Cloudy with a bit of snow, sleet, and freezing rain in the afternoon. High: 29°F (-2°C), Low: 14°F (-10°C). - Colder; morning low clouds followed by clouds breaking for some sun. High: 17°F (-8°C), Low: -3°F (-19°C). - A thick cloud cover and cold with a flurry early, then an hour or two of snow. High: 16°F (-9°C), Low: 12°F (-11°C). Pack an umbrella for Saturday—there's a chance of snow, sleet, and freezing rain in the afternoon. Your move: If you're planning to apply for internal transfer, submit your application by 11:59 p.m. tonight, December 1. Don't miss this opportunity to align your studies with your passions. That's your quick Campus Update. I'm Jenny—catch you next Monday morning. Tap follow on your podcast app so you never miss a beat.