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Alumnus discusses the cost of being black in America

“Why are people of color in America unable to accumulate wealth and pass it on to further generations?” asked Rochester, referring to how African-Americans own only about 2 percent of American wealth. Read More

Students, faculty grapple with school shootings

“First of all, that’s discriminating against people with actual mental health issues, and second of all, it’s inherently racist because it’s saying that white people are not capable of just being bad.” Read More

Retraction: 2/28/18

Retraction: 2/28/18 Read More

Plans for Rocky’s discussed at recent forum

An ice cream shop, a taco place, or a spot for snacks and appetizers were among student attendees’ answers at a forum held by Dining Services and Wilson Commons Student Activities last Thursday about the future of Rocky’s Sub Shop and Lounge. Read More

Language Center’s first-ever trivia night brings students together

Some of the more difficult questions asked contestants to identify the language of the renowned track “Hakuna Matata" from the Disney movie “The Lion King.” In addition, they were asked the translation of René Descartes’ famous statement, "Cogito, ergo sum.” Read More

Eye to Eye celebrates learning differences

As she explained her symptoms, which include trouble starting assignments, difficulty finding the right words to explain a situation, and poor short term memory, it became clear that the obstacles students with learning differences face are not unfamiliar to the average person. Read More

Seligman talks future vision for UR in farewell address

Seligman reflected upon the job and his personal achievements in the position to a crowd of over 100 people. Read More

After SA Senate vote, Equestrian Team future uncertain

A single vote by an SA senator might mean the end for one of the oldest club sports teams on campus. Read More

Millions watch her YouTube videos. Her stars? American Girl Dolls.

Anna writes the script for each video, sews the costumes for the dolls, assembles royalty-free soundtracks, records the voiceovers for each character (her favorite part), and tediously films the stop-motion action. Read More

In interview, Burke talks UR’s sexual misconduct situation

"Healing has to happen collectively. It can’t just be the students getting everything they want or the administration getting everything they want, there has to be a collective healing on the campus, so that it is actual and it’s real." Read More