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For several years, the Syracuse University Men’s Basketball program has been under investigation by the NCAA because of what head coach Jim Boeheim has called “past mistakes” related to the academic habits of some of his players. Because of the supposed scandal, the school has imposed a ban on postseason competition this year. At first […]

The University of Rochester Men’s Basketball team defeated the New York University Bobcats and the Brandeis University Judges at home this past weekend. Both games were true team efforts in that a variety of players stepped up as needed. This weekend’s sweep increased the standing of the ‘Jackets, who are now tied for second place […]

When the baseball season begins on April 5 of this year, there will be a new commissioner of the best league of the nearly 177-year-old sport’s history. After the very traditional almost two-decade reign of former commissioner Allan Huber “Bud” Selig, baseball fans have been both weary about and intrigued by the new position holder, […]

The University of Rochester is no stranger to bad weather. Year after year, it has tried to deal with everyday snowstorms by using pounds of salt and large snow plows. Yet, despite all of the school’s efforts, many students are still frequently injured by patches of ice and blinding snow. The 2011 storm was so […]

President Obama unveiled his latest budget proposal Monday, announcing a long list of programs and policies he’d like to see make it through the Republican- dominated Congress. The budget calls for massive federal spending in 2016, but with an ever-growing federal debt, there is a low likelihood that most of the president’s proposals will be […]

It is an indisputable fact that all people, regardless of their gender identity, should feel safe, regardless of the environment. Given this fact, it is unsurprising that gender issues have found their way into government, including our own student government. On Monday evening, SA Senate approved Resolution XX, titled “Resolution Urging the Development of All- […]

Arts hold an important role in UR student culture. UR’s student-run rock ensemble, No Jackets Required, puts on impressive performances on a regular basis. On-campus art exhibits of all kinds are consistently forward-thinking and thought-provoking. And through the Campus Times, students express insightful viewpoints on current events, pop culture and on-campus life. Overall, UR empowers […]

The United States Postal Service (USPS) handles 40% of the world’s mail, which generated $67.3 billion in revenue in the past year. USPS employs approximately 74,000 mail carriers who drive to neighborhoods and deliver mail on foot; approximately 7,600 deliver only on foot. In 2014, USPS reduced energy consumption by 33% from the previous year. […]

Morocco is a beautiful country filled with many different cultures, religions and languages. It sits in the Maghreb region of North Africa and is enchanted by mystery and tradition. With culture from its bustling souqs (open-air markets) and its energizing atmosphere from its mountains and sea, it is evident that Morocco is an important and […]

Winterfest Weekend began over 20 years ago with a handful of events and has grown immensely due its popularity with students. This year, the weekend included the Study Abroad Global Fair, Taste of Rochester, late night music, movies hosted by UR Cinema Group, a Super Bowl viewing party, and the Saturday Winter Wonderland Celebration in […]