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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…

5 things I wish I knew as a first-year student

January 15, 2023

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

December 19, 2022

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…

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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…

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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…

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Rochester Food Marathon (Part 1 of 2)

February 27, 2022

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…

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The Theater Scene in the City of Rochester

February 21, 2022

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.…

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5 Things You Need to Know Before Your First Winter at Rochester

February 20, 2022

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…

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Untold Treasures from the South Wedge

February 3, 2022

The South Wedge is a neighborhood that I, regretfully, didn’t really discover until the summer between my senior and Take 5 year. It’s especially shocking continuing it’s only about a…

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Need a Break? Try One of These Rochester Experiences

December 6, 2021

It’s a problem we all face – you have family coming in to visit for a weekend, friends stopping by from out of town, a date with a new romantic…