Features

Conquering the mountain: Student’s trek changes perspective

My friend approached me online one day, blabbering about his plans of travel. I was not paying too much attention…

Freshman brings opportunity to Egyptian youth

I first met Alhassan Omar, a UR freshman and graduate of the African Leadership Academy, at January  Orientation. Just minutes…

Ask Estrada: Hookups, relationships, and common scents

How long does the average guy last for, how long does the average male take to “recharge”, and what can…

Student photographer captures stories of “Humans of the U of R”

A casually dressed girl carrying a professional camera walks across campus to her next class. Her eyes sift through the…

Students celebrate Chinese Lantern Festival far from home

What do sweet dumplings have to do with Valentine’s Day? Well, this traditional Chinese holiday treat may not typically have…

Tips to keep you busy while you wait for spring break

This winter has been one of the coldest we’ve had in a while here in Rochester. Everyone is feeling a…

College Diabetes Network: Students unite to support local diabetic community

A diabetic friend of mine once said to me: “Diabetes is the most serious disease that’s still acceptable to joke…

Lin’s Garden: Better and cheaper than Panda, a review

Recently, trying to get away from the low-quality food from the oddly famous Panda Express, I decided to order Chinese…

Azariah Boody Society: Mysterious mischief by spirited students

Have you noticed any strange occurrences around campus? Posters advertising a mysterious name? Strange figures with cloaks and masks? Maybe…

Ask Estrada: Hookups, relationships, and (men)struation

I want to be there for my girlfriend when she has her period every month, which I know is a…