News

Same-sex partner benefits revised

After this summer's monumental passage of legislation legalizing same-sex marriage in New York, UR has responded with reformed benefit packages in an attempt to treat all employees equally. Read More

Space needs looming large for UR music

A group of students has formed a grassroots movement to advocate for much needed spacial changes for the River Campus music department. Read More

SA launches Safe Ride Home for late night security

In an effort to improve safety on campus, the SA has approved of a student-driven van to drop students off at various locations around campus. Read More

Undergraduate Indian student population on the rise

The number of Indian undergraduates attending college in he US at UR is increasing steadily. Read More

Warner grant shoots for the STARS

The Warner School of Education will launch a program to help young women from minority groups pursue the sciences after the school was awarded a $1.2 million grant. Read More

Student roused after shots, shots, shots

Your weekly dose of alcohol debauchery, theft and injury. Read More

Occupy Rochester protestors take to the streets as nationwide movement gains momentum

UR students and Rochester residents are emulating the rapidly growing Occupy Wall Street movement begun in New York City with daily rallies and marches, and say they are optimistic about change for Rochester's unique social ills. Read More

MAG receives protests, complaints over artist hire

Members of the Rochester community and UR students are expressing grievances with the Memorial Art Gallery's controversial choice to commission artist Tom Otterness to build a sculpture. Read More

URMC meeting challenges: AMSA alleges conflict of interest despite period of growth and prestigious award

URMC is in the midst of a period of robust growth and recognition, notably the awarding of a $3.6 million grant, but has had to counter challenges to transparency policies. Read More

Students advocate education

Sophomore Eduardo Quiñonez and senior Trevor Baaisden are working towards starting a chapter of Students for Education Reform, which they hope will help combat educational needs in the Rochester community. Read More