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Eastman welcomes back throat singers of Tuva
Last week a sound resonated through the dark to the hearts of listeners, a sound that had only been heard once before in the city of Rochester. The sound was the throat singing of a group called Huun-Huur-Tu when, on Jan. 24, they preformed a sold-out concert at the Eastman School of Music's Kilbourn Hall. […]
Check the self-esteem, or check out
Self-esteem, or one's general perception of self, is a vital part of one's character. It is the prime determinant of success or failure in one's life and is essential in the overall makeup of an individual. This is the driving force behind any endeavor and gives one a sense of purpose. It also is the […]
Antiwar organizations fail to achieve
Unlike most who ponder the bog that is the Iraq War, the military fiasco overseas is not the only huge issue I have. What really irks me about Iraq is what's happening here at home - the poor antiwar movement. For example, after watching the Students for Social Justice portray those occupying the White House […]
Despite adversity, liberty cannot stop its march
Liberty cannot be vanquished by bloodshed - not the kind of liberty and freedom our American framers and forbearers spoke in word and showed in deed. This is because liberty is an ideal and one of the most eternal and precious ones humans know. Platitude aside, it is important to remind ourselves that no amount […]
A taste of campus
The meal - it's is one of the central parts of college life. It is a time to gather together with your beloved peers and discuss the works of Nietzsche and Proust, and why Lindsay Lohan can't stay out of the hospital.Okay, so most of our meal-time conversations don't involve great philosophers, but instead usually […]
Flu ruffles feathers
I am what you would call one of those animal people. As a kid, I wanted to own a zoo, so as a college student, I bought a bird. Although unusual, I decided that a peaceful white dove would suit my dorm room beautifully. My bird, Eiraenae, has not only been a delightful addition, but […]
Ask Us: How did Douglass influence Rochester?
With the arrival of Black History Month, we are reminded of the great and influential people who fought so determinedly for civil rights and equality in this country. The city of Rochester is privileged to be the home of Frederick Douglass and has greatly benefited from his bold contributions to society. Eventually escaping slavery, which […]
Sex and the CT
After having a boyfriend for an entire two semesters, my transition from one-half of a couple to singleton was not exactly a smooth one. Believe it or not, even though I was basically single for the past 20 years previous to that relationship - except for a very steamy affair in pre-school which included many […]
Cracking the code to male chivalry at UR
Until recently, I was a firm believer in the expression "chivalry is dead." I had seen very little in my 19 years to contradict this bold affirmation, that is, until I found myself navigating through the tunnels of UR.Chivalry can manifest itself in a variety of ways, but I have always conjured up this instinctual […]
Keeping cool while flying solo
Have you ever noticed in today's society how it's never socially acceptable to walk or do anything alone? It's like you always have to wait for someone to do something. I am a very busy guy and am sometimes unable to comply to this standard, but I still have a desire to maintain a cool […]