Alyssa Koh
Engagement Coordinator
Class of 2025
akoh3@u.rochester.edu
Alyssa Koh is a Take Five student who graduated from the University with a double major in English and Linguistics and a double minor in Music Cognition and ASL. Alyssa is the Campus Times' Engagement Coordinator and part of Senior Staff. Outside of CT, they work for the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra.
national news
Public response to “wanted” posters on campus
In the past week, the University community has faced local and national scrutiny due to the appearance of ‘wanted’ posters expressing grievances about select University affiliates.
19th ward
URMC opens new full-service pharmacy in the 19th Ward
The Highland Brooks Landing Pharmacy is a five-minute walk from the River Campus, by far closer than pharmacies such as the CVS at Mt. Hope Avenue.
Eastman
New vocal jazz program at Eastman
Not a trace of the thunderous applause from just a moment earlier lingers in the air; instead, the crowd is hushed, breath caught in their chests for fear of breaking the spell.
tea
CT Eats: Enjoy a relaxing respite with a flight of Happy Earth Tea
If you’re looking for a way to take a load off after a particularly frazzling day, take a walk over to Happy Earth and snag a tea flight before 6 p.m. from Tuesday to Saturday.
beavers
This fall, The Little Theatre is opening their doors to beavers, quilters, and more
“I used to love going to the movies when I was in college,” said Pukos, who went to St. John Fisher for his undergraduate degree. “I’m hoping that we can bring that same love to the students of today.”
CT Eats
CT Eats: South Wedge staple Voula’s Greek Sweets brings home to where your stomach is
Fully sated and equipped with leftovers — courtesy of the large serving sizes — we left Voula’s with immediate plans for another visit in the works.
bubly
The grief of a lost Bubly machine
What do you do when that which you love is stripped from you unceremoniously? When all of a sudden, something has fundamentally changed?
College night
Westside Farmers Market brings community to the 19th Ward
Current vendors include efforts from college organizations such as SUNY Geneseo’s eGarden, which grows organic herbs and vegetables selling for a couple of dollars each, as well as local businesses such as Mark & Amy’s Pickles, which also vend at Ludwig’s downtown and the Public Market.
downtown
ThaiYada Restaurant brings warmth to a diverse array of palates downtown
If you’re looking for a new place to try on a foray on the Red or Orange Line, ThaiYada should perfectly fit the bill.
Action
“Thelma” is a hoot and a holler for the ages
Most importantly, though, “Thelma” is a movie for the ages.