5 Tips for Picking the Best Classes
Whether you’re a new student or returning student, picking classes for the next semester is an exciting new beginning. Here are some tips to consider when choosing classes for the…
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Modern Languages and Cultures Spotlight: Central European Languages
by Sara Kowalski, Class of 2017, Humanities Fellow As I mentioned recently in my spotlight on Romance languages, this month I am writing to you about the study and experience…
5 Advantages of Majoring in the Humanities at Rochester
Although many undergraduate students choose to major in the natural sciences or the social sciences, majoring in the humanities brings many benefits, particularly to those studying at the University of…
Five Tips for First-Time Roommates
With college acceptances slowly but surely rolling in, the scramble to find roommates or get placed in housing begins and doesn’t seem to finally conclude until Orientation week begins. For…
Modern Languages and Cultures Spotlight: The Romance Languages
by Sara Kowalski, Class of 2017, Humanities Fellow This month, I will write to you about the numerous language and cultural offerings here at Rochester! Each week will focus on…
An Unconventional Experience with “Research”: My Foray into Anti-Discrimination Law
Hi there! My name is Julie Woodward, and I am originally from Westford, Massachusetts. I’m double majoring in linguistics and political science, with a minor in German. Outside of the…
UR SASE Heads to the Northeast Regional Conference
On Friday, Feb 9, I joined the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers, University of Rochester chapter, at the annual Northeast Regional Conference (NERC). SASE itself is a fairly new national organization…
Deaf-ine Meliora: A First Year’s Account on Disability
Hello. My name is Phelan Conheady. I am a native of Rochester. I am a first year and currently a triple major in French, international relations and American Sign Language…
Summer Jobs, Internships, and Research in the Humanities
by Sara Kowalski, Class of 2017, Humanities Fellow How can you make the most out of your summer? Will you stay in Rochester or return home? Options range from research…
A Guide to Rochester’s Unknown and Well-known Study Spots
Hey there, everyone! As we approach midterms and exams, the need to find good study places becomes more and more important. Wise saints like me will tell you to find…