| What I have noticed this past year
is that several organizations attempt to be active in some way, but often
fail because there is a lack of commitment within leadership, membership,
or worst of all, both. Even when the organization does get it right, the
leadership within that organization becomes unwilling to reach out and
work with other student groups on an issue. As a politically active
student on campus, I have approached numerous organizations to form
temporary alliances on various causes. Unfortunately, none have shared my
enthusiasm to work together. The reason is a lack of trust. I cannot
understand this. In the instance of the Kyoto Now movement, the activists
had no problems with collaborating with similar-minded organizations to
achieve success. I hope that other organizations will consider the
benefits of outreach, in light of Kyoto Now’s success.
This academic year is nearly over and most people eagerly await Slope Day. I
concede that there may not be much time left this year to effectively be active;
but next year there will be plenty of opportunities locally, nationally, and
globally. To let these opportunities slip by would be a shame. When
opportunities are lost, chance to improve life is gone. Individuals and their
organizations need to realize that they are in the enviable position to leave
their legacy through their actions at Cornell. Carpe diem!
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