Posts categorized First Year

When I was a high school senior, the approaching summer filled me with a mix of excitement and apprehension. I vividly remember the anxiety I felt when the calendar flipped…

When I began asking around for suggestions from students for this post, the first person to reply was Jamie Rubinstein ‘27. Their number one item they wish they brought to…

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…

Moving into a residence hall was one of the things I was most excited about prior to my first year, because I love being in a community and love being…

When I was in elementary school, I received a t-shirt that said “Class of 2020” on it. I was confused. 2020 was in the distant future. My teacher explained that…

“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…

Moving into college and beginning a new chapter of your life, often far away from your family, is a huge life change. First-year students will end up living either on…

So, you have officially determined that the University of Rochester is one of your top choice schools. Congratulations! Now, you have one more option to weigh before you send out…

Being a first-generation college student can feel like walking on a trail without any sense of direction, and often that is the reality. However, you don’t have to walk alone!…

College application season is often an incredibly stressful time – how are you supposed to choose between thousands of colleges and universities scattered across the country? Or even the world?…