I was really surprised to find that I could take a course like Prof. Cook's in college, and at a University that I only thought would be progressive in terms of cutting edge research. Prof. Cook's Wood Construction class was one of the best I ever took in my time at Cornell, and I learned so much more than just how to use a band saw. He made me work harder to earn my grade (but more importantly to take pride in my work)than many of my other classes. Mr. Cook is the kind of teacher that inspires students, knows his stuff, and is one of those mentors I will remember for the rest of my life. One of the best things about Cornell is that it has managed to create such an incredible gathering of minds working on fascinating projects that fit into no other category than "Any person, .. . any study". That is Cornell's vision, and classes like Prof. Cook's are exactly how the University community truly has opportunities wherever their interest or passion may lie.