Tagged - culture

Trump is calling curtains for the performing arts

As proud Americans, we often look down upon authoritarian governments for enforcing censorship on music, but under the Trump administration, free speech and the right to information is slowly but surely being squeezed from our grasp.  Read More

Meet the French Toast club (it’s not about the breakfast food)

UR’s French Toast club, officially recognized as an organization in fall 2024, aims to share the language and culture of the Francophone world without any expectations of prospective members understanding or speaking French. Read More

Culture Fair highlights campus cultures for third year running

“The community as a whole kinda comes together for this one big event,” Andrade-Gonzales told the Campus Times. “It seems that everyone is very proud of their culture and their identity.” Read More


Teddy’s Travels: Ithaca, NY

Obviously, every ‘Teddy’s Travels’ needs adventure, and after our unremarkable stay in Ithaca, I began to wonder if perhaps we would break the streak. Read More

SADACA’s Voices Unheard: Global Dialogue

Each organization had their own segment to highlight a pressing issue occurring in the regions they represent. Their presentation consisted of not just information on the issue, but also how we, as students, could help. Read More

Black Studies at UR: exploring the world from a new perspective

Growing up in a traditional Asian household, I have no connection whatsoever to the African continent or its diasporic history. I first came into contact with the continent from the United States Academic Pentathlon, which exposed me to the nuances of West African cultural traditions. Read More

Barkha Dance Company wows with traditional and contemporary Kathak dances

A form of Indian classical dance, Kathak features strong beats, storytelling through gestures and facial expressions, and quick intricate footwork. Read More

Top 7 must-visit spots in Rochester

Roam with animals at the Seneca Park Zoo, or frequent live performances from acclaimed musicals and plays to showcases and speakers at the Geva Theatre. Read More

Notes by Nadia: What’s wrong with being a fan?

I wish that people would just mind their business and stop acting like being a fan of an artist is “weird.” Read More