Features
Rochester Life
Germs in the Genesee
In a 2012 study released by the Environment America Research and Policy Center, the Genesee was named the thirty-second most polluted body of water in America, by amount of toxic chemicals discharged into the water. Read More
Race
UR diversity, beyond the numbers
There seems to be a common sentiment—the UR community needs to take a hard look at its standards for diversity and representation. Read More
Research
Undergrad pairs with professors to fight cancer
Undergraduate science research both accelerates scientific discovery and offers a unique opportunity to undergraduates to contribute to and participate in cutting-edge research. Read More
Rochester Life
UR summer can be ever better than the rest
Despite Rochester’s harsh winters, summers in Rochester are rather warm and eventful. There are lots of opportunities offered by the University, and also many fun events that happen in the Rochester city area. Read More
Technology
Calling all geeks: ‘Dandyhacks’ is back
The University will host its third annual hackathon, called “Dandyhacks,” on the weekend of Friday, April 1. Read More
Sex and the CT
Circumcision? Make your decision
While it’s true that tetanus wouldn’t be a health consequence for most Americans, circumcision as a primary means of STI protection is a poor choice. Read More
UR History
Dead or alive? A recap of living alumni ratio
All alumni from classes earlier than 1936 can be safely assumed to be dead, given that a surviving UR alumnus from this era would be over 100 years old. Read More
Rochester Life
When Rush Rhees’ son dropped out
Presidential pedigree, anarchist leanings, and the type of intellect that breeds classroom insolence hallmarked his abbreviated stint at UR in the 1920s. Read More
Sex and the CT
The do’s and don’ts of spring break sex
A routine checkup for sexually transmitted infections and diseases is never a bad idea before and after you plan on having sex with someone new. Read More
Rochester Life
Thank God it’s Photo Friday
If you follow the University on Facebook, chances are you’ve seen and possibly taken part in some of the Photo Friday excitement. Read More
