Profiles
Israel-Palestine
Conversations that matter: Nora Rubel’s hope of shaping future political discourse on Israel and Palestine
Interpreted by some as an anti-Israel and anti-Zionist series, Rubel emphasized that while the need to support a particular side passionately is understandable, it is crucial to be aware of what you are standing behind by exposing yourself to historical and present knowledge.
Protest
Profiles: Students for a Democratic Society
“We try to keep out of electoral politics as much as possible and focus our energy on community organizing instead,” Schwinghammer said.
chef
Chef Josh: the honorary Psi U brother
Chef Joshua King, born and raised in Rochester, has been working as a chef at Psi U since pre-COVID-19.
digital exhibits
A conversation with University archivist Melissa Mead
“This isn't about me doing research. It's about helping other people do research," Mead said.
nails
Meet an on-campus nail technician: nanaxnailz
Nails have long been a part of sophomore Naomi Gutierrez’s life. She grew up seeing her mother with her nails always done, and Gutierrez even had a nail-themed birthday party for her seventh birthday.
campus security
Defining campus security with DPS Chief Quchee Collins
In May, the University announced the appointment of Quchee Collins as both the inaugural Associate Vice President for the Department…
custodian
Know me for me
Arnold sees himself as more than just a custodian — he wants to be a supportive figure for students.
band
College musicians Telula breathe new life into the jazz-funk genre
Whether you’re a music prodigy or you listen to Spotify for an hour a year, Telula is bound to wow you with their energy, stage presence, and the raw funkiness of their performances.
Center for Community Engagement
Fighting against poverty in Rochester with the Urban Fellows Program
Urban Fellows, an annual program hosted by the Center for Community Engagement (CCE) and funded by Americorp, gives undergraduate students the opportunity to work with local nonprofits over the summer — and get paid for it.
Eastman
New vocal jazz program at Eastman
Not a trace of the thunderous applause from just a moment earlier lingers in the air; instead, the crowd is hushed, breath caught in their chests for fear of breaking the spell.