University of Rochester Alumni

06/02/2026

Dandelion Day after graduation looks a little like this 🌼

Thanks to all who came out and celebrated with us across the country 💙

06/01/2026

Join fellow URochester alumni and friends at the Rochester International Jazz Festival on Friday, June 26! 🎷

Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, and connection at our special reception featuring remarks from President Sarah Mangelsdorf, G. Robert Witmer, Jr. and Shaun Nelms. Tickets start at $35.

Register today: https://bit.ly/4vkRcqs

05/29/2026

The campus calm after commencement 🍃 ⛅

05/28/2026

to one of Wilson Commons’ most memorable spaces: the Rathskellar 🍻🍔

While much of Wilson Commons reflected the building’s modern design, the “Rat” stood apart with its wood paneling, oak tables, and classic college pub atmosphere. From 1976–1986, it was a favorite campus gathering spot for students.

After New York State raised the drinking age to 19 in 1982—and then to 21 in 1985—the Rathskellar closed and the space began its next chapter.

Over the years, the location evolved into:
• Common Ground Café (1986–1990)
• Backdoor Pizza (1990)
• Common Ground Café/Coffeehouse (1990–2007)
• The Hive (2007–2014)
• Rocky’s (2014–present)

No matter the name, the space has remained a central part of student life for generations of Yellowjackets. 💙

05/27/2026

Spring Rochester Review has arrived 🌸📬

Be sure to check your mailbox for the latest issue! And while you’re reading, don’t forget to submit your Class Note by June 30 for a chance to be featured in the fall issue ➡️ https://bit.ly/4v7Xs4L

Don’t snooze on the latest issue of Rochester Review magazine—now in mailboxes and online! 👀

05/26/2026

Floral arranging + afternoon tea = the perfect Sunday 🌸🍵

Thank you to everyone who joined us earlier this month at Ora la Casa de las Flores for such a beautiful afternoon with fellow URochester alumni and friends 💐🐝

05/22/2026

🐝🏃‍♂️ URochester T&F/XC alumni Sennett Turner ’24, Katherine Benninger ’23, ’24N, Seth Cutler ’24, Daniel Ford ’24, Zachary Spergel ’24, Christian Voloshen ’24, and Konstantin Dits ’23 recently took on the Seneca7—a 77.7-mile relay race around Seneca Lake.

Competing as “Buzz Sting ‘Em,” the team placed 9th overall out of more than 300 teams and finished 1st in the Mixed Gender division. 🥇👏

From the URochester track to the roads, the teamwork and competitive spirit continues long after graduation. Congratulations to the team on an incredible finish—and thank you to the friends and supporters who cheered them on along the way! 💛🐝

05/20/2026

Some people spent Commencement weekend celebrating graduation… these two spent it getting engaged 💍

Congratulations to Afnan Ahmed ’21, ’22S (MS) and Rusama Haque ’23 on their engagement atop Rush Rhees this past Sunday! 💙💛

05/19/2026

We already miss them. 💙

Before commencement, we asked seniors what they’ll miss most about URochester — and their answers remind us what makes this place feel like home. 💛 💛

05/18/2026

URochester Connects is back! 💙

Join fellow alumni and students for networking, career conversations, and meaningful URochester connections across the country. Your area just may be next! ✨

See upcoming stops + register here: https://bit.ly/4tMbfx1