News
Eastman
Pete Davidson offers advice, scolds hecklers at Winterfest
Davidson talked about his time on SNL, his dislike of “Euphoria,” Willem Dafoe’s large penis, Adam Sandler, showed some of his tattoos, and gave his advice on various topics, including recommending ketamine to the entire student body. Read More
campus
In-person learning is now mandatory
According to Runner, in-person learning will now be required for all students, and “[s]tudents will not be allowed to learn remotely for any longer time period.” Read More
Administration
New guidelines for campus as in-person classes resume
UR is trying to shift most aspects of university life back to campus, with a modified hybrid model requiring professors to accommodate students in isolation or quarantine, but prioritizing masked, in-person learning. Read More
2022
2022 Commencement to be in-person
Due to the pandemic, all in-person traditions have been postponed or significantly altered until now. Read More
decarceration
REJI Towards a World Without Prisons zoom a success
At 3 p.m. on Martin Luther King Junior Day, the Rochester Education Justice Initiative (REJI) hosted the “Towards a World Without Prisons” Zoom panel, featuring representatives of eight organizations working to decarcerate New York. Read More
approval process
Approval needed for student employees on campus, study abroad programs not affected
Students who stayed over break who hadn’t been working but “whose jobs became necessary when we re-started classes remotely” were compiled “in a list of names and why the duties were necessary for re-starting the semester, and then those names were submitted to the Interim Provost (Sarah Peyre) for her approval." Read More
Climate Change
Snowstorm’s possible link to climate change, impact on vulnerable residents
During storms such as last week’s storm, which hit Rochester Sunday evening into Monday, communities can be greatly impacted by a lack of access to transportation, adequate housing, and food. Read More
Administration
Students react to January classes moving online, guidance to remain off-campus
Many students voiced their thoughts about the decision on social media and in interviews with the Campus Times. Read More
COVID-19
UR online until at least Jan. 31, students without approval to remain at home
Students will not be allowed on campus early unless granted permission by the University. Read More
booster shot
Booster shots, negative COVID-19 test required for spring semester
A COVID-19 booster shot will be required to return to campus in spring for all students eligible to receive one. Read More
