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UR track and field finishes 5th at states
One of the biggest things a team can have on its side, in any sport, is a little bit of luck. The "Immaculate Reception" by Franco Harris enabled the Pittsburgh Steelers to defeat the Oakland Raiders in a 1972 playoff game. In a 1996 playoff game against the Baltimore Orioles, Derek Jeter of the New […]
Ask Us
We eat in the Pepsi Co. Plaza located on the first floor of Wilson Commons. We work out in the Bloch Fitness Center in the Robert B. Goergen Athletic Center. We have classes in the Hubbell Auditorium. And, if you came on campus for a tour, you definitely went into the Admissions Office in Wallis […]
A concert for a cause at Water Street
Rarely do you see a musical event that has substance to it. This particular subject does. A local band by the name Manaia were getting on their feet and writing tunes together for a few years. Aaron Christiano -- vocals and guitar -- and Joe Christoff -- bass -- were the primary members of the […]
Breaking out of Rochester
If you haven't made plans for spring break yet, it's not too late. While it might be a little late to try to plan an extravagant trip to the Caribbean -- unless you're feeling exceptionally adventurous -- there are some closer destinations that would still give you a chance to forget the stress of midterms […]
Sex and the CT
I have this problem. Every time I have casual sex, I am easily stimulated, yet easily distracted. I tend to start thinking about homework or other people during an encounter. Meanwhile, my partner is left trying to attain an orgasm without me. What do you think is wrong with me, and do you have any […]
Get into a spring mood with fruit
Even though there's still snow on the ground, March is officially here and spring is about to start. Help yourself jump into spring with a fruity recipe that will remind you of the desserts at summer barbeques. It only takes a few minutes to make this "Spring Fruit Tart," and once you're done, spring will […]
Horoscope
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You've been going crazy lately making plans for your future. Good job at taking initiative and keep it up, there are good things in store for you.Aries (March 21-April 19) -- Spring break is here so find something fun to do and do it. Remember, there's no better time than […]
The 'useful idiots' of Western New York
On Feb. 15, over 20 UR students participated in a New York City anti-war rally. The Campus Times later reported that the Act Now to Stop War and End Racism coalition is calling for an "emergency convergence on the White House" on March 15. As UR students board buses to Washington, they can look forward […]
Lacking necessities
Last Thursday morning I realized I was afflicted with a problem routinely faced by women the world over. Being a commuter, I was far from home and would have to make do with the resources available on campus. I was confident though. Cocky, even. I had a solid half hour before my next class and, […]
Michael Jackson — hero of a sick American nation
Stranded in New York under 26 inches of snow two weeks ago, I was left sitting at home in front of a TV that offered little other than its deluge of Jackson specials. So, being lazy, I watched. And I was intrigued. It occurred to me that the self-proclaimed king of pop is the personification […]