Apsharee Ireen

aireen@u.rochester.edu

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Club Spotlight: Muslim Student Association (MSA)

For today’s blog, we’re going to take a look at one of the biggest clubs at the University of Rochester, the Muslim Students Association (MSA). What is the MSA? The…

International Services Office Spotlight

The University of Rochester is home to a vibrant and diverse community of students from over 100 countries in the world.If you’re an international student like me, this article’s for…

Surviving Winter 101

February 11, 2025

If you’re studying at the University of Rochester, you probably have an idea of how cold it gets. For those of you who are thinking of moving to Rochester for…

Life as an International Student

December 16, 2024

Being an international student from Bangladesh, I have traveled more than 12 thousand kilometers just to be here at University of Rochester today. I have left behind everything back at…

Getting involved on campus

October 5, 2024

Starting college can be both exciting and nerve-wrecking, especially when you’re trying to figure out how to get more involved on campus and how to make the most out…

Change is good

October 1, 2024

You might think that changing is scary, but if you’re in college, you’re most likely going to change. Changing is a part of life, and I can definitely say that…

Study tips for finals season

With finals season coming towards us, I’ve decided to dedicate this blog to all you hardworking Yellowjackets & offer you some study tips that did wonders for me! There are…

The Ultimate UR Bucketlist

Whether you’re just enrolling into UR or graduating next semester, you should have a bucket list for all the special little things you’d like to do here at the University!…

A day in the life of a PSYC major

Have you thought about which major would be the perfect fit for you? Did psychology ever cross your mind? Well, get ready for an inside look at a typical day…

Mental health resources at Rochester

December 5, 2023

I want to emphasize that it’s completely normal to face challenges and to not feel okay at times. There are various stressors that you may encounter during your college years,…

Students’ favorite dining spots on campus

December 5, 2023

Hello, fellow campus foodies! Before coming to the University of Rochester, I was extremely curious about the dining options available, and given the fact that I am someone with minimal…

City of Rochester

Out and about in the city of Rochester

September 26, 2023

Rochester has so many great things to offer, such as a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. I am currently a junior which means I’ve had more than…