Joanne Jensen (Joanne Restivo)
College of Industrial & Labor Relations
Tell us about what you’re doing with your life
I am living in Greenwich Village and spend weekends in East Hampton. My daughter Olivia played lacrosse for Cornell and graduated in ‘21, so I made many Trips to Ithaca during her time at Cornell. I am working at Deutsche Bank as a Managing Director/Private Banker. Staying involved with Cornell through my role as Chair of the ILR Dean’s Advisory Council, Trustee Council and career and mentoring through Women’s Athletics.
Which Cornell classmates do you keep in touch with?
Lynn Scattareggia Duffy, Tim Donahoe, Mark Miller, Billy Schiff, Jack Tierney, Karen Marinelli Gomez, Sarah Toppe
If you could change anything about your Cornell experience, what would it be?
After experiencing my daughter Olivia ‘21 playing lacrosse, I wish I had played a sport. I have been active with the Women’s Athletics Career Day and also have recruited a number of Varsity Athletes. Their preparation and sense of team make them great employees.
What does being a Cornell alumnus mean to you?
I absolutely cherish my connection to Cornell. While on campus, I was exposed to so many cultures and great professors. As an alum, the connection to Cornell has been a fulfilling part of my life with friends and a co to use interest in education.
What advice would you give to a student starting at Cornell?
Take the interesting classes. Don’t focus on grades. Make sure to meet as many people as possible and join a team or club.
What are you most looking forward to at Reunion 2024?
It’s always wonderful to catch up with old friends, but i also enjoy I meeting classmates whom I did not know at Cornell. And, While I get up to Cornell a fair amount, visiting the campus never gets old.