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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.

UR Snapshots Vol.10: The Yellowjackets who stayed

A quiet quad, an empty Starbucks, closed libraries — here’s what life at UR is like in the middle of a pandemic.

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.   

Ray MacConnell remembered as artist, historian, and ‘shoulder to lean on.’

MacConnell, who died last November, was for decades UR’s graphic arts manager, a florist, and village historian. But to many, including many former Campus Times staffers, he’s remembered as a friend.

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. 

CT Eats: McCann’s brunch left me shak-shook-a

Both times I visited McCann’s, I came in excited about the selection, was impressed by my food, and left a happy camper.

Research at Rochester: Trapp investigates longevity through naked mole rats

In collaboration with a postdoctoral associate, Trapp is studying the tumor-fighting mechanisms that appear to help naked mole rats live a healthier, longer life.

CT Eats: Gluten-free pasta party

Sadly, carbs can be tough to find for us gluten-free friends. So this week, for your convenience, I took on the task of testing out different Rochester restaurants where gluten-free people can join the party.

CT Cooks: Tropical cuisine in a pinch

When I get hangry, this smoothie is a total game-changer. It is fast, filling, and satisfying.

Award-winning STEM program aims to shape Rochester’s youth

“Book learning is great, [but] having the experience of feeling and touching the world gives real meaning to what you learn in the book.”