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1stGen Society is committed to providing a brave and welcoming environment to all first generation, low-income (FGLI) students and allies. The mission and purpose of the club will be to serve, provide and enhance the personal and academic experience of FGLI students on campus. From all backgrounds, we aim to connect members as a community united by the vision of equality and pride in our diverse identities.

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Active Minds is a national organization focused on raising mental health awareness, fighting mental health stigma, and inspiring positive change on college campuses. Our chapter works with UHS, UCC, and various student organizations and organizes campus-wide events aiming at educating the student body on issues of mental health, challenging stigmatizing beliefs, and providing a safe and positive environment for students to share their experiences. We also have a voice in conversations with college administration regarding the campus climate surrounding mental health and mental healthcare.

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to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and professional connections necessary to succeed in the actuarial field, while fostering a collaborative community that promotes academic excellence, career development, and industry awareness.

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Create a community for adopted students and those interested in adoption, encourage inclusivity, provide a safe space for adoptees to share their experiences and feelings, raise awareness and educate others on how to be an ally.

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After Hours is the University of Rochester's premier all-gender a cappella group. We are a group of talented, creative, and passionate musicians from all backgrounds who come together to make vibrant and memorable music. Each semester, we prepare a set of self-arranged and self-choreographed songs for our showcase. We also perform in collaboration with other student organizations on campus and at events within the Rochester community.

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We are a multi-campus, multi-ethnic Christian fellowship with large group meetings every Friday night, weekly prayer meetings, small group Bible studies throughout the week, and community service opportunities throughout the year. Rides are always provided for Sunday service at The Well where we join with the local Rochester community as the body of Christ.

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At Alpha Kappa Psi, we believe in pursuing our passions and supporting each other in everything we do. We know that by working together we can excel professionally, build more meaningful relationships, and have fun at the same time. Our chapter consists of business leaders, engineers, musicians, athletes, future doctors, and more. We are truly diverse but united by our drive to work hard and reach higher.

We will offer you resources and support so you can succeed both at the University of Rochester and beyond. But as part of our chapter, you will gain more than just networking opportunities and professional connections; you will have a family, a brotherhood.

Thank you for your interest in our chapter.

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Through its mission of preparing campus and community leaders through service, Alpha Phi Omega is committed to bringing together college students in a national service fraternity in the fellowship of principles derived from the Scout Oath and of the Law of the Boy Scouts of America; to develop Leadership, to promote Friendship, and to provide Service to humanity; and further the freedom that is our national, educational and intellectual heritage. Founded on the Cardinal Principles of Leadership, Friendship and Service. It provides its members the opportunity to develop leadership skills as they volunteer on their campus, in their community, to the nation, and to the organization. It is the vision of Alpha Phi Omega to be the premier, inclusive, campus-based, leadership development organization through the provision of service to others and the creation of community.

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As a member of Alpha Phi Omega, one can expect to gain insight in Leadership, Friendship, and Service. Alpha Phi Omega teaches individuals how to be campus leaders by providing them with helpful tools on how to run for executive board positions both in APO and other clubs, offering appointed positions for individuals to start finding their leadership style. Additionally, members are taught how to become community leaders by giving them the tools to encourage their peers to give back to their community. APO offers a tight-knit group that encourages friendship through fellowships and families, allowing individuals to become close with all of their brothers in various settings. Lastly, one can expect to break their "campus bubble" by engaging in various service projects in the city of Rochester and its surrounding suburbs. Brothers speak of how humbled they feel to be able to give back to the community they call home.

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The Alzheimer's Association is a national organization dedicated to fighting Alzheimer’s disease. It is currently the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support, and research. They work on national and local levels to accelerate global research, spread awareness, fundraise, and fight for care initiatives. At the University of Rochester, our mission is to honor and represent the Alzheimer's Association by advocating for Alzheimer's Disease. We aim to achieve this by fundraising, volunteering, and raising awareness within our campus community.

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The objectives of this chapter shall be to promote the professional development of its members through its programs, and to contribute to the development of chemical engineering at the University of Rochester through activities involving faculty and student members.

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Our goal as a club is to spread awareness of the Deaf and ASL communities, as well as providing a space where those learning ASL can come together and practice the language in an immersive environment while learning Deaf culture and etiquette.

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The mission of the ASBMB student chapter at the University of Rochester is to increase accessibility to research, science, and career education on campus and in the greater Rochester area, with a focus on underrepresented populations.

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To be the premier organization for promoting the art, science and practice of mechanical and multidisciplinary engineering and allied sciences to our diverse communities throughout the world.

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The Asian American Alliance at the University of Rochester is committed to empowering Asian Pacific Islander Desi Americans (APIDA) through political activism, community engagement, and social awareness. We strive for collaborative relationships with the Rochester community, activist groups, and other POC (person of color) groups. AAA will provide a platform for the organization and expression of views and interests of APIDA students at the University of Rochester.

Our goal is to tackle APIDA issues from social and political perspectives while still encompassing the intricacies of diverse Asian backgrounds, emphasizing the idea that there is no single Asian-American experience, but a multitude. AAA seeks to be a place where people of all backgrounds can unite to empower the APIDA community.

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The University of Rochester's ADITI exists to provide an opportunity to interact and share the history, culture, and experiences of the Indian subcontinent. The purpose of our association is to promote and express the cultural and ethnic diversity of South Asia, which includes the following countries: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Over the course of the year, we showcase the heritage of our cultures through music, dance, and cinematic diversity of the Indian subcontinent culture. We are a diverse, inclusive organization filled with both students wanting to find a home and a way to express their culture as well students who want to learn more about the beauty of both the diverse and shared cultures of the Indian Subcontinent!

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The Astronomy Club is designed for anyone with an interest in astronomy, be it observational astronomy, or just a desire to ponder the big questions of the cosmos. The club aims to make good use of university facilities such as the Mees Observatory to give everyone an opportunity to experience the night sky in a new way. The club also utilizes its own array of telescopes on campus and promotes naked eye stargazing.

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The Audio Engineering Society's mission is to promote the science and practice of audio by bringing students, faculty, alumni, leaders of the industry, and ideas together.

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The BCS & Neuroscience Undergraduate Council aims to connect BCS & Neuroscience students with professors and regularly pass on information about research opportunities, speakers, and more!

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Mentor-Mentee Pairings, Student/Faculty Luncheon, Family Science Day, lab tours, regular emails regarding opportunities and guest speakers, and volunteering!

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Best Buddies International is an organization dedicated to ending social, physical, and economic isolation of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The organization works to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for meaningful and long-lasting one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with IDD. The Best Buddies chapter at the University of Rochester strives to create a more inclusive community by fostering valuable friendships between students of the University of Rochester and individuals of the IDD community.

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Over the past few years, Rochester Bhangra has established itself as a respected collegiate team, and we are known across the circuit for our unique style, as well as our unparalleled diversity. We aim to share and represent the culture and heart of Punjab through the camaraderie of our team, and strive to inspire everyone we perform for.

We have competed across North America from Vancouver to Washington, D.C., and are committed to the continual rise of our team on the Bhangra circuit, facing our challenges and our competitors with grace and pride as we strive to dance purer, go harder, and be stronger. We are dedicated to excellence, but at the end of the day, we simply love to dance! Whether we are competing on stage, performing on the dance floor, or sweating in practice, we strive to reflect Punjabi culture and the foundations of Bhangra, and to have fun!

Our alumni have gone on to dance for some of the best teams on the circuit, from Shaan Mutiyaaran Di (SMD) and First Class Bhangra (FCB), to Anakh E Gabroo (AEG) and Duniya De Rang (DDR), and many more.

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We provide a strong family that works hard and plays hard. In Rochester Bhangra, you'll get the opportunity to dance all across the country and share your passion with others.

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The goal of BMES is to "promote the profession of Biomedical Engineering through study, research and discussion of the fields of Biomedical Engineering." The BMES encourages student interaction and collaboration and allows the students to come together under a common banner. Our university chapter is also a great place for discussion of issues that a Biomedical Engineering student may have.
The University of Rochester BMES is active in hosting a wide variety of academic, social, mentoring, and career focused events. Past events have included internship and post-undergrad panels, student/faculty events, and engineering socials. BMES also plans the BME Fall Picnic and annual BME Banquet.

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Our club's mission is to promote the education, observation, and appreciation of wildlife with a focus on birds and related conservation efforts. Through fun activities that involve birding around the state and community outreach, our club will provide an open and inclusive atmosphere that will allow all members of the campus community to engage with the natural world that surrounds them.

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We, the students of the Black Students' Union (BSU) at the University of Rochester was founded upon the intent to promote social and cultural awareness, to foster diversification, and develop community relations within the University. The Black Students' Union strives to provide a vehicle and forum for the articulation and expression of views and interests of the Black students at the University of Rochester, provide educational, cultural, and social programs relevant to the needs of Black students at the University, foster and maintain active relations amongst and between the Union, and its faculty and staff as well as enhance relations amongst the Union, and the University's student body. In addition to establishing channels of communication between the Union and that of the City of Rochester, the Black Students' Union fosters the recognition of the educational and cultural needs of Black students at the University by promoting Black cultural awareness in all areas, and to establish a platform which provides as such.

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Our membership benefits include annual events such as BlackOut, Kwanzaa, our annual Step Show and more. These events are catered towards the black ad brown community at the University of Rochester, as well as our weekly general membership meetings in which we discuss topics that are prevalent within the black community.

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Our organization strives to provide a space for students to discuss and explore their love of reading.

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We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that uses simple math, writing and reading aloud exercises as an intervention to improve cognitive function in those with Alzheimer’s Disease.

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BRASA aims to foster the Brazilian community on campus, as well as to celebrate the Brazilian culture and raise awareness on issues that the country currently faces.

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