In reading the November 15 edition of the campus times, I noticed the article, “Lights Out”, about After Hours’ fall concert. In the article, author Rebecca Roberts says that After Hours is “the only coed a cappella group on campus.” I would like to point out that the Mazel Tones, currently in their second year here at the University of Rochester, are a co-ed Jewish a cappella group. We perform at many events around campus, as well as in the community. We just want everyone to know that there are two co-ed a cappella groups on campus.

Sincerely, Laura Cowan, Buisness Manager of the Mazel Tones



Co-ed A cappella

After walking around campus, as well as other areas such as parks in Northwestern New York, spotting birds has become more commonplace. The resident bird species are singing, foraging, and preparing to nest while many migratory birds are starting to arrive. Read More

Co-ed A cappella

For the past few years, the pattern has been the same: Need a meal? Hillside. Need a snack? Hillside. Want a sweet treat? Hillside. Need a sweet treat? Hillside. Sad? Happy? Angry? Frustrated? Tired? Hopeful? Excited? Bored? Busy? Hillside. Hillside. Hillside. Hillside. Hillside. Hillside. Hillside. Hillside. Hillside.  Read More

Co-ed A cappella

Take it from a rising Take Five: URochester’s dining plans have improved plenty over the past couple of years. But that doesn’t mean they encompass all student needs — whether that be allergen restrictions, finding internationally sourced ingredients, or accommodating general preferences. So, when you eventually get tired of Douglass, Danforth, and the Pit, here’s a list of locally-based grocery stores to try, all within walking or shuttle distance. Read More