High Road Fellowships
Explore engaged learning and applied research fellowships for Cornell students in Buffalo, NY
Imagine a summer...
grassroots economic development...urban revitalization...small business development...labor-community alliances...poverty alleviation...the green economy...civic engagement...public economic policy...quality job creation...creative culture and the new economy
...working in Buffalo's living laboratory
This fellowship program provides paid opportunities for Cornell undergraduate students to participate as a group in research, engaged learning and service in community-based economic development in Buffalo.
Undergoing dynamic reinvention, Buffalo is home to a rich array of creative organizations tackling rust belt challenges. Students will learn about and contribute to vibrant local innovation by working with nonprofit organizations, social enterprises, government officials, business and labor advocates focused on revitalizing the metro Buffalo economy. Affordable group housing is available for students not from the area.
...each journey unique
High Road Fellowships is an annual program with common features every year...creative individual project work...group experience of urban immersion in arts, culture, history, neighborhoods, politics and economy of a great rust belt city...skill building, teamwork and leadership development...application of academic learning to practical reality. Every year is also special as the High Road is a journey through current events, new development projects, evolving challenges, and everyday innovation and change.
