Archives - Evelyn Pineda
coffee
Java Joe: The man behind Rochester’s favorite coffee bean
Slowly approaching its thirties, Java’s reputation is embedded in its local and ethically sourced coffee beans.
finals
UR Snapshots Vol.13: Managing academics from home
The end of the school year is coming up, and that means exams, projects, essays, and everything else stressful. We asked students how they’re managing their academics from home as we buckle down for finals.
UR Snapshots
UR Snapshots Vol.12: Revisiting old hobbies
People have found a host of new ways to keep themselves busy and entertained while homebound. We asked our UR peers about any new or regained hobbies.
coronavirus
UR Snapshots Vol.11: Zooming in on first-years’ online classes
After the first two weeks of Zoom classes, we reached out to first-year students to ask how they’ve been adjusting to online college so far.
Ed Observers
Sad music isn’t always sad
Sad music does not always correlate with having a bad day or being in an unwelcome circumstance.
coronavirus
Thanks to Minecraft project, UR is just a block away
"Our goal is to build community and give the gift of a virtual campus to the senior class,” the team's statement read.
coronavirus
UR Snapshots Vol.9: Remedies for Social Distancing
Social distancing can become boring, and mindless. So we asked our fellow CT staffers what they’ve been up to during their extended spring break.
Community
Brightstar Community provides a safe-haven for victimized women
For Sue Kirby, fate rang over a cup of coffee with an idea that would soon become Brightstar Community.
Study Spots
UR Snapshots Vol. 8: Students’ favorite study spots on campus
“I’d say Rettner is my favorite study spot just because it’s bright and it’s quiet as well. If I don’t like being around a lot of people, then I think of coming here. Also, I think the library is a bit intimidating.”
weather
UR Snapshots Vol. 7: The snow diaries
“Well, I think it’s unfair to everyone that doesn’t cough up money to live on campus. It’s dangerous to all the professors, commuters, and especially to students who live off campus and can’t afford a car. Imagine having to walk two miles to school in negative-degree weather and freezing snow squalls. ”
