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Commencement Weekend

Class of 2025: Congratulations on your accomplishments! Commencement Weekend kicks off May 16 with a distinctly Rochester ceremony for all graduates. Celebrations continue through May 18. #UR2025

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My Rochester Story

Student engineers make a real-world impact through coursework

Rochester seniors and master’s students are using their design capstone projects to provide solutions for businesses and nonprofits, making a positive impact on our communities.

Engineering a better world
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How a student start-up is reinventing the networking experience

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RNA discoveries leading to cutting-edge cures

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Turning time’s pages: Medieval book acquisition drives unique collaboration

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