Archive: Feb 2012
News
URMC publishes groundbreaking leukemia research
Graduate student Ben Frisch is the co-author of a groundbreaking new study on leukemia that has the potential to revamp treatment options for the disease. Read More
News
Bike path could bridge the gap between three local schools
RIT faculty member Jon Schull has a vision for Rochester — one that would connect the city's three major educational institutions in an unusual way — by bike. Read More
News
Print media needs the ‘fearless’ to stay alive, alumnus says
UR alumnus and New York Times journalist Brad Strenger gave a talk on the future of print media on Tuesday, Jan. 31. Read More
Culture
'The Man Who Sold the World' has a reason to celebrate
Throughout his career, not only did David Bowie become one of the most well-known musical artists of his time, but connected to the public in a way that many artists fail to do. He was an exceptional singer and songwriter, as well as a strong fighter as he battled against his drug addiction. Read More
Culture
Dark realism impresses and entertains in 'The Marriage Plot'
This book is, without question, the best treatment of college life to come along in years. Jeffrey Eugenides depicts his three characters in a way that captivates and enthralls the reader. Read More
Features
Performing: a blast for audience and artist alike
A music aficionado, senior Nick Stevens explains that performance must be thought of as a communication between audience and artist. His viewing of the show "Blast!" prompted his reflection. Read More
Features
A comprehensive guide to greeting etiquette
A walk between classes can be short but awkward if you run into that person you don't know how to greet. This list explains the differences between the "lip twitch," the "head bob" and many other salutations. Read More
Features
Club Spotlight: GlobeMed pours help into ‘el porvenir’
UR's GlobeMed campaign coordinator and sophomore Ria Pal speaks about the club's mission, events and partnership with international grassroots organization Kallpa Iquitos. Read More
Features
Teacher Feature: UR professor discovers Saturn-like ring system
Professor Eric Mamajek of the Department of Physics and Astronomy provides insight into his recent astronomical discovery — a Saturn-like ring formation in the constellation Centaurus. Read More
Features
Make 'Em Laugh: UR phone home: aliens may be present in University classrooms
All the times you've walked out of class without a clue as to what happened may signal more than just a lack of comprehension. Rather, those instances may be signs that your professor is an alien. Read More