Campus Life

Behind every name, there’s a story
Members of the University community have served their country in wartime since the Civil War, with many having made the ultimate sacrifice. This Memorial Day, we remember three of them.

Yellowjackets welcome certification as a Bee Campus USA
The national designation from the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation is the result of a two-year, student-led effort.

University community celebrates the Class of 2023’s persistence and achievements
On May 12, the University of Rochester conferred academic degrees to more than 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Take a look back at special moments from Commencement.

Students, alumni receive national awards for global study, teaching, and research
Highlights include the first Truman Scholar since 2004 and four Goldwater Scholars, an institutional record.

Get to know Pennsylvania governor—and Commencement speaker—Josh Shapiro
The Rochester alumnus reflects on his time at the University, his unplanned veer into politics, and his advice for graduating students.

An audiovisual journey into a performer’s mind
In a senior project, graduating dual degree student Mae Cooke integrates their studies of harp and studio arts.

Meet—and celebrate—Rochester’s Class of 2023
The University of Rochester’s graduating class has made their mark over the years. Get inspired by their stories, accomplishments, and perspectives.

Undergraduate student submissions sweep Art of Science awards
The annual competition highlights the intersection of science, art, and technology as part of the Rochester experience.

Political science major examines bias when women run for office
Morgan Gillespie ’23 has produced some striking preliminary findings that show voters use gender cues to form beliefs about which policies a politician supports.

Rochester sets institutional record with four Goldwater Scholars
The prestigious national award supports promising US students who are pursuing research careers in STEM fields.