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3 Tips to Make the Most of Your First Semester

Nervous about your first semester? Wondering what are the best ways to come out of your first semester on top? From a fellow student nearly done with my second semester…

What’s It Like to Be Vegan at UR?

There are a lot of considerations that go into deciding which college to attend, and dietary restrictions can be one of them. If you’re vegan and don’t want to give…

Three Reasons Why You Should Live Off-Campus

One thing that gets students interested in moving away for college is the chance to live on their own. Read this post to find out three reasons why you should…

The Great Outdoors

Hello friends! As we pass the one year mark of the Coronavirus shutting down the University of Rochester, there are several light pinpricks beginning to shine from the tend of…

Interview with an International Student (Part 1: How I got here)

The University of Rochester takes immense pride in its title as a global university. When we say that the world is in Rochester, we really mean it. There are over…

Advice to Incoming Students of Color

As a fifth-year student (Class of 2020, e5 2021), I took a moment to reflect on my years at the UofR. At this point, most of my close friends are…

Photography Class, Hybrid Edition

The “Photo City” Rochester is sometimes known as the “Photo City,” and for good reason. As the birthplace of Kodak, it has a rich history in photography and is home…

What’s it Like Living on Your Own for the First Time?

The University of Rochester has several great housing options – Phase, O’Brien, Drama House, the Music Interest Floor, etc. – all offer their own pros and cons, and I’ve had…

Three Things You Can Do While Waiting For An Admissions Decision

February 9, 2021

So you’ve done the hard part. You researched schools, applied, took standardized tests, and completed your courses. But now what? Here are three things you can do while waiting for…

Preparing to Apply to Study Abroad

January 6, 2021

I know it’s hard to think about now, but one day study abroad programs will be back up and running! In the meantime, you can start contemplating studying abroad in…

Rush Rhees at sunset

Important Questions You Have Not Asked Yet

November 25, 2020

Given the current state of affairs, almost everything is online now. For high school juniors and seniors, this means that virtual sessions will be the main source of interaction between…

Rush Rhees

Online College Experience as an Engineering Major

October 23, 2020

One of the things that high school seniors look forward to the most is the college experience. The thrill of leaving away from home for the first time, long term,…