
May 2025 in Photos
We know exactly how to close out an academic year in style. Take a peek.

12 essential experiences for Rochester students before turning the tassel
Discover the Rochester bucket-list items that you’ll be reminiscing about for years to come.

Faculty earn awards and accolades for scholarship, research contributions
National and international organizations are recognizing Rochester faculty members for their work.

From Rochester with love
Valentine’s Day is on the horizon—and love is in the air. Enjoy a selection of hearty research, endearing stories, and moving moments from across the University of Rochester.

2024: The year in photos and video
University photographer J. Adam Fenster shares his favorite images that he made this year. Plus, a look back at 2024 in video.

Composing in reel time
A journey through film score history sets students on the path to understanding—and crafting—their own compositions.

Eastman scores
Luther Henderson III ’71E, ’73E (MM) chooses Eastman’s Ensemble Library as home for his father’s Duke Ellington arrangements.

First, but not alone: Mentorship program pairs first-generation students with alumni
Tanatchaya Chanphanitpornkit and Nichole Waligóra—the first in their families to attend university—have forged a lasting connection as mentor and mentee.

Back-to-school meets future-ready: New academic programs at Rochester
The range of recently launched degree programs reflects what students, the workforce, and the world need and want to become ever better.

7 Rochester classes that’ll make you want to go back to college ASAP
From film scoring to entomological exploring, the University of Rochester offers courses sure to inspire FOMO—or, the fear of missing out.