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Building your college list
October 2, 2026
The end of my sophomore year of high school was the first time I remember being asked if I’d started to look at what college I wanted to go to.…
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I Give Tours at URochester—Here Are 6 Things You Don’t See
May 14, 2026
As a Meridian (our school’s fancy way of saying tour guide), there are so many things we simply don’t have time to show prospective students and future Yellowjacket families—otherwise, tours…
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Your Yellowjacket Bucket List
May 6, 2026
Whether it is exploring the city of Rochester or participating in events on campus, there are tons of fun activities for Yellowjackets to do. Let’s start with on-campus must dos!…
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My Top 5 Experiences at URochester
May 1, 2026
As graduation approaches, I have found myself asking the same question every single day: has time really flown by this fast? It feels strange to look back and realize how…
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A Campus of Borrowed Moments
November 11, 2025
Gratitude is rarely ever spoken loud. More often than others, it settles quietly into ordinary moments, such as a walk back from class, a shared meal, a familiar face…
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Campus Highlight: Center for Community Engagement
October 20, 2025
How Students Learn, Grow, and Give Back Through CCE You may have heard many universities speak about their growing idea community engagement, but at the University of Rochester, the Center…
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Fall Favorites at URochester
October 20, 2025
Although the University of Rochester may be known for its snowy winters, the fall season offers students endless events and activities both on and off campus. Whether you’re searching for…
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What’s in UR backpack?
March 12, 2024
From your required class materials to trusty AirPods to a late-afternoon snack, backpacks are a treasure trove of both utility and personality. If you’re wondering about someone’s mind, what better…
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Favorite Places on Campus
April 4, 2023
One of the reasons Rochester was on top of my college list was due to the beautiful landmarks on campus. From libraries to department buildings, the architecture at Rochester was…
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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…
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My Top 5 Libraries (River Campus Edition)
November 22, 2022
Before coming to the University of Rochester, I was curious about everything it had to offer. I remember looking up dorm tours on youtube, dining halls along with their…
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5 Things Your RA Wants You To Know About Residence Hall Life
April 12, 2022
Resident Assistant? Residential Advisor? No matter what you call it, your RA (actually referred to as a Resident Advisor) at the University of Rochester is someone to get to know.…