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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. 

Student t-shirt sales raise hundreds for coronavirus relief

Like many organizations that are creating programs, or modifying existing ones, UTees is helping fight the pandemic through donations. Now, we all attend the same school, and have the tee shirts to prove it.

Food Pantry open to all UR students

For students still in Rochester, the Food Pantry is in full swing. In the first floor of Wilson Commons, the…
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UR religious communities keep traditions remotely

Holy Week and Passover are traditionally times that bring communities together, but how do people come together in a time of social distancing? 

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.

Research at Rochester: Kazemi examines the problem of human-caused methane

Scientists like senior Roxana Kazemi have been studying the damage that methane has caused on the environmental forefront.

CT Cooks: a lentil versatility primer

Everyone is telling you to stock up on non-perishable foods. In a panic-stricken moment at Wegmans, you grab that giant…

Academic integrity meets the coronavirus

For many students, academic honesty is a phrase only encountered on the statement they have to copy before every exam.…

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. 

Reflections on an empty campus

So, what does our campus scenery look like, now that so many of us are gone and those remaining are encouraged to stay inside?