Academics

When narrowing down your college list, it’s important to think about where you want to spend the next four years of your life—no small decision. Start by compiling your current…

Gooood Morninggg blog!!  My name is Rizouana and I am a junior! I am super excited to walk you through my day as a computer science major! It’s Tuesday, my…

If you’ve ever visited the University of Rochester’s River Campus, you’ve likely heard the melodious sounds of the carillon ringing. Many of these songs are performed by a small group…

When looking for the best university for you, there are lots of things to keep in mind. When I was looking for the best school for me, I made a…

Like many University of Rochester students, Micah Bettenhausen ‘25 has a STEM-heavy schedule and plans on going to medical school. However, unlike many of his fellow students, he’s been able…

“So, what’s your major?” This question is perhaps the most universal casual conversation topic among college students. Peers, family, professors alike all seem to have the same curiosity. However, this…

When Sarah Lee first arrived at the University of Rochester, widely advertised as an R1 research university, she knew she wanted to get involved. Lee is a third-year student majoring…

This month, I had the pleasure of interviewing two students who are currently studying abroad in the spring semester of their junior year. They share wonderful insight into their experiences…

Exam season is possibly one of the most daunting aspects of starting college. At any school, and with any major, midterms and finals are unavoidable. Late night study sessions ending…

Busy schedules, deadlines one after another, social commitments… These are just some of the things that I have to train myself to stay on top of as a college student.…

As you all know, it’s application season! You must be wondering if Rochester is the right fit for you and application deadlines are getting closer every day.  Around this time,…

Three years ago, when I first walked across the River Campus (I know, I’m old). One of the first things I heard about the city of Rochester was, “Don’t go…