Advice for Incoming Rochester Students, From the Class of 2022!
With commencement right around the corner, I decided to ask some of my lovely senior friends to share their advice for incoming students. Since I’m sure that many incoming Yellowjackets…
Student Organization Spotlight: Forté Campus at Rochester
While the University of Rochester currently has over 50 academic and professional organizations for undergrads, one organization has a core focus on empowering women in business: Forté Campus at Rochester.…
5 Things to Consider Before Choosing the University of Rochester
Rush Rhees Library (Aug. 2021) During my senior year of high school, I was often unsure about how to evaluate colleges I was interested in. Although each person will…
A Guide to Getting Started at the University Counseling Center
University Health Service Building (Oct. 2021) Although it can be intimidating to reach out for help, finding a safe environment to open up can be an extremely valuable way…
An Overview of On-Campus Mental Health Resources
Rush Rhees Library at sunrise during Meliora Weekend, 2021 At any stage of life, taking care of your mental health is imperative. However, with all the responsibilities that come…
A Glimpse Into the First Month on Campus, From a Senior!
Photo of Wilson Quad taken by my roommate, Lucy Lin ’22, on our first day back on campus! After studying remotely since March 2020, when I returned as a…
5 Mistakes to Avoid as a First-Year Student
A view from Eastman Quad in Jan. 2018 (before I was officially a Yellowjacket!) Here at the University, our motto “Meliora” speaks to our mission of each person striving to…
Random Classes I’ve Taken Each Semester
A view from the top story of Hylan (Dec. 2019) One of the most talked about aspects of the University is probably our flexible curriculum, or the Rochester Curriculum. Before…
10 Unique Perks of Attending the University of Rochester
Dandelion Square (Feb. 2020) When I was comparing options for college a few years ago, I always wondered what made each school truly special—in other words, the things each school…
Revisiting My 2020 Goals From Before the Pandemic
Dandelion Square’s iconic clock tower, taken on my first day of classes in January 2020 As the New Year begins, I recently started reflecting on my New Year’s resolutions. Towards…