How to spend the perfect weekend in Rochester
Are you planning to visit Rochester to tour the University but aren’t sure what to do off-campus? Look no further than this guide to spending a weekend here from a…
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5 things I wish I knew as a first-year student
Going to college immediately after graduating high school is tough– time flies by, and before you know it, it’s time to leave your family & friends behind. As a first-year,…
Student Organization Highlight — Midnight Ramblers
The a cappella culture on the River Campus is quite special. Think Pitch Perfect, but MORE. In total, there are 5 a cappella groups: Afterhours, Trebellious, Vocal Point, Yellowjackets, and…
Humanities Outside the Classroom
Sophomore year I lived in Douglass Leadership House (DLH). A group and house I was sure at the time everyone knew about, until I actually left it. When I discovered…
Journeys into the 19th Ward
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…
Rochester Food Marathon (Part 2 of 2)
Welcome to the long awaited (I hope) second installment of the Rochester food marathon. Read Rochester Food Marathon Part 1 Shepards Pie, The Old Toad ($17) – For those of…
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…
Rochester Food Marathon (Part 1 of 2)
If there’s anyone out there reading this who’s a fan of the YouTube Channel “Sortedfood”, this post might look a little familiar. That channel is made up of a group…
The Theater Scene in the City of Rochester
When I was finding the university that would be the best fit for me, I was looking for a place that had a rich arts culture, on campus and off.…
5 Things You Need to Know Before Your First Winter at Rochester
As a Philadelphia native, I didn’t worry too much about my first winter in Rochester. I experienced many snowstorms and chilly days, and thought that I had everything I needed…