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Make ‘Em Laugh: UR works to resemble Ivy League schools

UR might not be an Ivy League school, but it is certainly doing everything in its power to look the part. The University refuses to trim the tree-like plant, which spreading all over the brick buildings, as it hopes the presence of ivy will attract the rejects from schools like Cornell and Harvard.

From the Archives: Class reunion leads to statue restoration

There are four statues of women located between Meliora Hall and Rush Rhees Library. Ever wondered where they came from or why they're at UR? The Campus Times reported on the unveiling of these figures in 1980 and now has looked back at the story.

St. Anthony Hall and the castle of secrets

A chapter of the literary society St. Anthony Hall was re-formed at UR in the spring of 2010 and is attempting to make a resurgence despite its lack of SA recognition. The fraternity focuses on academics and meets in a castle-like building near Mount Hope Cemetery.

Rising to a dream: UR alum finds his beat

These days, it's tough to realize a childhood dream, but Sam Fishman, a UR graduate from the class of 2010, has managed to see his goal of playing drums professionally through. After years of passion and performance, he has landed a job in a band called Madison Rising.

Club Spotlight: Secular students tear down negative stigmas

In a sea of religious groups on campus, the Rochester Secular Student Alliance (RSSA) is unique as a group that provides a community for non-theists. Moreover, members of RSSA try to break down negative stigmas that surround being atheist or agnostic.

The moral of oral: give, get pleasure sans peer pressure

Many sexual anxieties are rooted in oral. With mutual pleasure being a key element in a great sex life, consider this advice to make sure both you and your partner are as comfortable as can be.

Make ‘Em Laugh: Students shape list, party ideas bubble

Certain party themes reappear year after year, but UR students have created a list of new ideas that will keep any event from going stale. Among the suggested themes are bubble wrap, Las Vegas, superheroes and even shapes.

A working relationship

It's been said that the married life is hard. Could you imagine working at the same university, and better yet, in the same department as your husband or wife? Many wouldn't dream of it, but economics Professors Gregorio and Carolina Caetano couldn't possibly have it any other way.

yoUR Record Label gets off ground, signs band

There's a good amount of student bands around campus, but how many of them have been signed by a record label? Having come to fruition, a UR student has hit the ground running with his KEY project — yoUR Record Label, a student-run record label that has already signed its first band.

The shameless walk: own your morning after

That walk home in the morning after a steamy night in someone else's bed — sometimes, it's too familiar. Too embarrassing. Next time, don't let the walk of shame earn its title. Instead, own it with pride.