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Book Synopsis: Everyone loves an underdog who succeeds against the odds. CCNY Made. Profiles in Grit is the story of City College of New York alumni who beat the odds to reach the pinnacle of their professions and in the process transformed our world.

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Andrew Grove, hearing impaired and a survivor of Nazi occupation and Communist rule became the visionary CEO of Intel Corporation, the manufacturer of the semiconductor chip found in most personal computers today.
Yip Harburg, the son of immigrants, wrote the lyrics to countless music standards, including "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," one of the most celebrated songs of all times.
Jonas Salk, facing antisemitism and the rebuke of the scientific community, developed the Salk Vaccine that eradicated polio from the face of the earth.
Felix Frankfurter, who came to America at 12 speaking no English, would be appointed a U.S. Supreme Court Justice, and help write the unanimous opinion in Brown v. the Board of Education declaring school segregation in the United States illegal.

In "CCNY Made. Profiles In Grit," the stories of CCNY alumni are recounted who exemplify the promise of Townsend Harris, founder of CCNY and The Ephebic Oath affirmed by graduating students every year.

“We will strive unceasingly to quicken the public’s better, of civic duty; and thus, in all these ways we will strive to transmit this city not only not less, but greater, better and more beautiful than it was transmitted to us.”

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Everyone loves an underdog who succeeds against the odds. Introducing CCNY Made: Profiles in Grit, a compelling book that shares the remarkable stories of City College of New York alumni who defied expectations and achieved greatness. These inspiring individuals have not only transformed their own lives but have also impacted the world we live in today.

From Andrew Grove, who overcame hearing impairment and the horrors of Nazi occupation to become the visionary CEO of Intel Corporation, to Yip Harburg, the son of immigrants who wrote timeless music standards like "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," this book unveils the extraordinary journeys of these exceptional pioneers.

One of the most powerful stories included is that of Jonas Salk, who faced adversity and prejudice but persevered to develop the groundbreaking Salk Vaccine that changed the course of history by eradicating polio. And let's not forget Felix Frankfurter, a non-English speaking immigrant who emerged as a U.S. Supreme Court Justice and played a pivotal role in the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case.

Through CCNY Made: Profiles in Grit, you'll dive into the lives of CCNY alumni who embody the spirit and ideals of Townsend Harris, founder of CCNY. Each story reaffirms the Ephebic Oath taken by graduating students, where they pledge to make their city better and more beautiful than before.

Join us on this captivating journey of courage, resilience, and triumph. CCNY Made: Profiles in Grit will not only leave you inspired but will also remind you of the limitless potential that lies within every one of us. Don't miss out on this incredible collection of stories that will change the way you perceive human potential.

Click here to get your copy of CCNY Made: Profiles in Grit today and embark on an unforgettable adventure through the lives of extraordinary individuals.

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