Each summer, the University of Rochester brings together more than 1,000 students from around the world to study, conduct research, and participate in extraordinary experiences. Whether you spend your summer on campus or at home, you have access to a variety of in-person and virtual activities and resources.
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Whether you're living on or off-campus, connect with fellow Rochester Summer Session students through a variety of events and activities, managed by Wilson Commons Student Activities.
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Information & Resources
The Campus Information Center, located on the second floor of Wilson Commons, offers a wide variety of services on the River Campus. In addition to general information, they can also help with signing out equipment, making same-day room reservations, and more.
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On-campus housing is available for Rochester Summer Sessions students, except for incoming first-year and transfer students enrolled in Summer Session classes.
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More than 10 on-campus eateries—from a full-service restaurant to a sushi bar and pizza place—provide food that is not only fresh and tasty, but, whenever possible, locally grown.
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Open to all students at the University of Rochester, the Food Pantry stocks non-perishable items that you can either shop or order to pick up during their hours of operation.
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Once you have successfully registered for courses, you can obtain a parking pass for a fee through the Department of Transportation and Logistics.
Please note: summer parking passes are not available for incoming first-year and transfer students enrolled in Summer Session classes.
All shuttles are free with a University ID, so be ready to swipe your card as you embark on your journey. The shuttle system operates throughout the Summer Session, except on University holidays. All buses are outfitted with real-time tracking equipment, so you can track your shuttle on the Passio GO! app (avaiable on both Apple and Android app stores).
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Academics & Research
The River Campus Libraries offer a world-class research collection, including books, journals, and databases, as well as a wide array of digital media, and a host of services designed to support the needs of students, faculty, and researchers.
Learn moreCurrent University of Rochester students can continue to take advantage of the River Campus' athletic facilities throughout the Summer Session.
Visiting students can purchase an R Club membership, which includes full access to our athletic facilities, including group fitness classes, courts, and fitness center.
A variety of gym and sports equipment is available for you to borrow from the Spurrier Manager Desk, located on the second floor of Spurrier Hall.
Available equipment includes badminton rackets, birdies, nets; basketballs, bluetooth speakers, dodgeballs, kickballs, rolling dance mirrors, soccer balls, volleyballs and nets; and yoga mats.
Learn moreIf you are a visiting or exchange student that will be studying at the University for eight weeks or more, you'll participate in the Student Health Program, which includes the mandatory health fee and health insurance. You will receive the same services as full-time University of Rochester students.
Learn moreThe Interfaith Chapel brings the University community to celebrate their faiths and beliefs. The chapel is busy with study groups, prayer sessions, and services for a variety of communities. A schedule of upcoming services and events is available on the Interfaith Chapel website.
Visit websiteComputer labs equipped with Windows and Macintosh computers, printers, and other technology are located around campus. Specialized software is installed on lab computers for use in coursework.
Learn moreFree wireless internet access is available to everyone on River Campus. For instructions on how to connect to the University of Rochester's wireless network, visit University IT's wireless instructions page.
View instructionsPrinting is available in computer labs and at kiosks across the University. Prints are charged at a per-page rate to either a Rocky Bucks (formerly URos/Flex) account or visitor account balance.
Learn moreUniversity IT is your go-to resource for information systems, accounts, and security at Rochester. Submit a service request online or call the help desk at (585) 275-2000.
Learn morePublic Safety officers patrol University properties 24 hours a day, seven days a week. They maintain 500+ public access telephones (also called Blue Light phones), located throughout campus. You can call Public Safety for assistance any time of the day or night from any of these phones.
In the case of an emergency, use one of the following methods to contact Public Safety:
An officer will be sent to your location right away. Local police, fire, or ambulance agencies will be notified as needed.
Public Safety offers a number of services, such as safety escorts, vehicle assistance, and more. Call (585) 275-3333 to request one of these services. A dispatcher is on hand 24 hours a day to answer calls.
JPMorgan Chase Bank provides full-service banking for the University community, with a branch located on the ground floor of Strong Memorial Hospital. Additionally, ATMs are located throughout River Campus, the Eastman School of Music, and the Medical Center.
View ATM locationsLocated on the first floor of Wilson Commons in the Ruth Merrill Center, there are 24 lockers available on a first-come, first-served basis to store items for short periods of time. Lockers must be emptied by the end of the Summer Session; any items left will be disposed of.
Learn moreOnce you have successfully registered for courses, you can obtain a student identification (ID) card. Your ID card provides access to areas secured by access card readers and links to your online accounts at a variety of different campus locations including libraries, dining centers, and more.
Learn moreThe Campus Information Center (CIC) has a variety of equipment available for the University community to sign out, including sidewalk chalk, power banks, hammocks, and more.
Learn moreLocated in Todd Union on the River Campus, the Campus Mail Center manages student mailboxes, processes all on-campus student mail, and provides most typical mailing and shipping services.
Learn moreLocated on the third floor of Douglass Commons, the Meditation & Prayer Room includes two ablution rooms next to the space, as well as shoe covers, meditation cushions, and mats available for use.
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