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…
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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…
Humanities Engagement During COVID-19
While many are drawn to Rochester for its STEM programs, the Simon Business School, or even the Hajim School of Engineering, the humanities activities and engagement at the University has…
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…
Random Classes I’ve Taken Each Semester
A view from the top story of Hylan (Dec. 2019) One of the most talked about aspects of the University is probably our flexible curriculum, or the Rochester Curriculum. Before…
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…
From the Pacific Northwest to the Northeast
Last year, I wrote a post about the pros and cons of going to college close to home. What about people who go to college very far from home, though?…
5 Fun Activities You Can Do in Rochester Once the Pandemic is Over, and 5 You Can Do Right Now
We’ve been stuck in quarantine for almost a year now, and with vaccines being distributed it looks like the era of coronavirus might finally be turning. Here’s a few things…
Three Things You Can Do While Waiting For An Admissions Decision
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…
Three Reasons Why Rochester Was The Place For Me
Since this is my last semester at the University of Rochester, this is a great time to reflect on the decisions I made when I was a high school student…