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.
Summer is Rochester's favorite season! From on-campus activities to local festivals and events, there is always something to do during Rochester's Summer Session.
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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.
Learn moreThe Campus Center (Douglass Commons and Wilson Commons) is the home of student life on the River Campus. From air-conditioned spaces to item rentals and more, these buildings are open for all Summer Session students to enjoy, relax, and make the most of their Rochester experience.
Learn moreLocated in Douglass Commons (third floor), Spurrier Hall (first floor), and Wilson Commons (first floor), lockers are 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 moreThe International Services Office (ISO) helps more than 4,000 international students, scholars, and employees thrive at Rochester. As a Summer Session student, you'll have access to their services, expertise, and support with everything from documentation to travel guidance to cultural adjustments.
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 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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ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ & 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.
Current ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ 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.
Learn moreA 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, basketballs, dodgeballs, kickballs, soccer balls, volleyballs, yoga mats, and more.
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 Rochester students.
Summer hours for different University Health Service (UHS) locations and offerings are available on the UHS homepage.
Learn moreReligious & Spiritual Life (RSL), housed in the Interfaith Chapel and the Mack Center, offers the University community a space to contemplate, connect, and celebrate. Home to 14 different faith communities, RSL is there to help students have a meaningful experience through chaplains, programming, and open support, no matter the background or tradition.
Visit websiteThe University Counseling Center (UCC) is available to all full-time Rochester students, as well as visiting Summer Session students who are participants in the Student Health Program (must be studying at the University for eight weeks or more to participate).
Services include comprehensive initial assessments, individualized treatment plans, and support to put that plan in action, as well as an on-call UCC mental professional available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Learn moreIf you're currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program at the University, make the most of your Summer Session with these programs from the career services, student employment, and community engagement offices on campus.
The Student Employment Office offers help in finding on-campus employment opportunities for the summer or the academic year, as well as providing employment counseling and workshops.
Learn moreManaged by the Center for Community Engagement, this tool allows you to quickly view and search for available volunteer and civic engagament opportunities throughout the Rochester community.
Explore opportunitiesPublic 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.
