
Physicist and jazz pianist combines music and science at Rochester
College alumnus Philippe Lewalle graduates with a PhD in physics but stays close to his piano.

‘I am ready to be many things’
As he prepares for graduation, Beirut native Marc Haddad ’21 says he’s had “some of the best experiences of my life” at Rochester.

Optics grad has her eyes on the stars
Optical engineer Alyssa Ho ’21 is headed to Raytheon to work on space system projects.

Even as a remote student, Mary Halm ’21 stays active in University community
The health, behavior, and society major is studying from Cleveland but looks forward to a familiar feeling of “home and safety” when she joins classmates for commencement.

Undergraduate scholars take a virtual stage to share findings
Held online for the second year in a row, the annual Undergraduate Research Expo celebrates ‘an important part’ of University of Rochester culture.

Ibram X. Kendi: ‘The very heartbeat of racism is denial’
The antiracist activist and author spoke on several current issues at the University’s annual MLK Commemorative Address.

Presidential historian, author Michael Beschloss to speak to University community
The author and noted observer of American political leadership will discuss what makes a great US president as part of the University’s Difficult Conversations series.

inspireDANCE moves online to connect the dance community and beyond
The virtual version of the annual inspireDANCE festival welcomes everyone to learn new dance styles for free from top choreographers and instructors.

Author, antiracist activist Ibram X. Kendi to deliver University’s MLK address
Kendi, a best-selling author, professor, antiracist activist, and historian of race and discriminatory policy in America, will give a virtual speech as the event celebrates its 20th anniversary.

Virtual research expo an online showcase for undergraduate work
The annual Undergraduate Research Expo—typically held in person, with printed displays featuring students’ research projects—is this year taking place online, with 96 virtual “posters.”