Features
academics
A look into the new major in the political science department
The motivation for this major is that the Rochester political science department pioneered for the entire world the technical study of politics,” said Gerald Gamm Read More
Research
Research at Rochester: Bajaj tackles political campaigning and engagement
Sophomore Gautam Bajaj has always been interested in making a difference in people’s lives. In middle school, Bajaj was a member of Model UN, keen on understanding the relationships between societies and within the international world. Read More
Eastman
Music and Mogul Money: interviewing UR grad Philip Milman
A recent master’s degree graduate from the Eastman School of Music, Phil Milman ‘21, might now be a familiar face for any fans of famous Twitch streamers. Read More
International Theatre Progarm
A Day in the Life: Todd Theatre’s “Fellowship” actor
Written by Sam Chanse, directed by Dominique Rider, and commissioned through alumna Natalie Hurst ‘74 and the New Voice Initiative, the show exhibits the interpersonal conflicts between four women of color as they navigate both a liberally-sensitive workplace and how the differences between them and their colleagues affect their insecurities and treatment of each other. Read More
Rochester economy
Turning Rochester into a future semiconductor packaging center: How students benefit from this
"If we work together, we have a real chance of being a leader. If you are a leader in this industry, it could mean many jobs and millions of dollars of economic output. It could be one of the more significant economic development activities in recent history in Rochester." Read More
Features
Tips to make your blood donation most effective
Being cognizant of eating certain foods that boost the production of hemoglobin — the protein found in red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen and carbon dioxide — makes your blood donation slightly better than before, and it’s possible to get turned away from a donation if your hemoglobin levels are too low. Read More
Cafe
Latte art in Rochester: Ugly Duck Coffee
Van Grol finds that the best place to go when you’re in a new place is the coffee shop. “I think that's my tidbit. If you're traveling or exploring somewhere new, find a coffee shop and ask the people working and,how to explore their cities and towns and places.” Read More
cult
Alleged cult ties and ‘F’ watchdog rating: move-out donation bin company raises questions
The sunny yellow Planet Aid, Inc. donation bins brought in during move-out season may seem inviting, but their appearance masks a company with links to an alleged cult, a poor charity watchdog rating, and a history of suing investigative publications. Read More
downtown
Rochester Vintage Shop owner deciphers current fashion trends
If you are looking for a place to shop for your fall clothing, here’s an option for you: The Op Shop, a collective of vintage clothing and accessories next to the Eastman School of Music, home to more than 30 vendors and supplying all kinds of fashion styles. Read More
C side
Coffee and tea in Riverview G: Take a look into C Side
Sick of Java’s, Spot, and Starbucks? Junior Deborah Johnston and senior Katie Hurwitz may have a low-key, completely free option for you: their in-suite coffee shop. C Side Coffee and Tea — aptly named, since the second-floor suite directly faces Riverview C — is the passion project of Johnston and Hurwitz, who have been living […]
