Taking pre-med to a new level as an undergraduate EMT
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…
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How to Stay Organized with a Busy Schedule
As a mechanical engineering major, my life can get very busy with school, work, and clubs. Sometimes, having too many things going on can be overwhelming, and it can be…
On-campus locations, ranked by viability as a leprechaun habitat
Of all the times of year, the month of March is a strong contender for the very best. Not because the warm weather gets students out on the quad in…
What’s in UR backpack?
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…
A day in the life of a PSYC major
Have you thought about which major would be the perfect fit for you? Did psychology ever cross your mind? Well, get ready for an inside look at a typical day…
Lessons from a Socially Distanced First Year of College
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…
What does it mean to be a Yellowjacket?
What is a Yellowjacket? It’s a question that has been asked many a time, especially by people who don’t know a lot about bees (including that a yellowjacket isn’t one).…
Meeting Your Future Classmates
Moving to a new city with hundreds of students can be scary and overwhelming. It can be hard to come to the University of Rochester surrounded by strangers. Luckily, before…
An Introvert’s Guide to Networking
Networking. The thing my dad really wants me to do. Well, I’m going to go out on a limb and say that networking today has a lot more components than…
Finding Meaningful Extracurricular Activities
A new semester means another activity fair and signing up to be part of a million new clubs but never actually showing up to the GIM. This is a universal…