Looking back, Bruce Mansdorf ’66 recognizes the uniqueness of his situation. A member of Cornell Athletics’ Hall of Fame, he played varsity lacrosse and football as an undergraduate and served in the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC). While the English major’s extracurricular pursuits forced him to navigate a demanding schedule, it did provide him with a lasting reward: meaningful connections with people and memorable experiences. 

“I was in a unique position where I had several bases of ‘teammates’ that I saw regularly,” said Mansdorf. “And that sense of community was really important, helpful and seminal.” 

To help ensure the next generation of Cornellians has equal access to transformative experiences, Mansdorf and nearly 700 members of the Class of 1966 have generously contributed nearly $1 million during the past two decades to bring community, wellness and arts programming directly to the West Campus House System. 

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