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Empowering Black Voices
A stained glass window in the Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago. RU students and staff visited this church on an intercultural...
Alyxander LaBranche
Apr 16, 20242 min read


Remembering 9/11: Rochester University Professors Reflect on the Attacks
by Chloe Bachman Digital Director September 11, 2001 is a day in history Americans will never forget. Every year we remember the...
Chloe Bachman
Sep 11, 20212 min read


Polyester Pollution: Fast fashion speeds to landfills
by Gabby Eubanks Magazine Editor The push for sustainable living and eco- friendly behavior is becoming more and more noticeable in...
Gabriele Eubanks
May 24, 20213 min read

RU track and field show Warrior strength in midst of program & pandemic changes
by Cate Bennett Social Media Editor The Rochester University track and field team persevered during this past school year while competing...
Catherine Bennett
May 1, 20213 min read


Classes via computer screen: Students and educators reflect on virtual learning
by Tamera Robinson Staff Writer As students and teachers were finishing their semesters in March 2020, the world came to a pause as the...
Tamera Robinson
Mar 15, 20213 min read


Q&A with Alumnus Armand Cartwright
By Brad Miller Features Editor Armand Cartwright graduated last year from Rochester University. While here, he was a role model in the...
Brad Miller
Jan 22, 20212 min read


Glow Party Recap
The RU Student Programming Board along with Omicron Omega Zeta and Epsilon Theta Chi hosted a Glow Party for students during Rush Week.
Daniel Higgins
Oct 14, 20201 min read


What do you believe? A Deeper Look Into RU’s Faith
Throughout time, humans have sought answers about whether a higher power exists and what really is our purpose in life?
tisenberg
Apr 20, 20208 min read


Former Premier League player helps coach RU men’s soccer
“It’s still not really away. Here comes Sergeant. GOAL!! Steve Seargeant, the left back, has put Everton ahead!”
Samuel Forthofer
Mar 27, 20204 min read

WHAC cancels spring competition; seven RU sports shut down
The Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference, which Rochester University competes in, has canceled spring athletic seasons effective March 14,
Christian Frazier
Mar 14, 20201 min read


Tornadoes devastate Nashville
Two large tornadoes surged through Middle Tennessee, including one tornado that devastated downtown Nashville on Tuesday, March 3.
Jake Feldman
Mar 4, 20202 min read


College dropout to college professor
When Dr. Gordon MacKinnon was 17 years old, his high school counselor told him that college just wasn't right for him.
Gabriele Eubanks
Feb 25, 20205 min read


Online classes: interactive vs countless amounts of homework
Online classes are appealing because they don’t require attendance per say and because they are flexible.
Gabriele Eubanks
Feb 18, 20202 min read


Detroit sports teams hit record lows
It became worse in 2019 with Detroit sports slumping to an all-time low.
Jake Feldman
Feb 9, 20202 min read


Kobe Bryant's drive for greatness inspires others "to be great as well"
by Jake Feldman Shield Staff Life is short, follow your dreams. Follow them relentlessly. The moment you can't continue, keep pushing, or...
Jake Feldman
Feb 1, 20203 min read

Now streaming: “Zombieland: Double Tap”
While "Zombieland: Double Tap" ensures a fun time, it sadly falls under the category of missing the mark.
Brad Miller
Jan 28, 20203 min read


Second "Maleficent" movie continues magical storytelling
"Maleficent" was not the end of the story as the next chapter continues in "Maleficent: Mistress of Evil,” which is playing in theatres now.
Jennifer Martlock
Dec 2, 20193 min read


Commuting on the rise?
Could commuting be a new trend? According to research, it is possible, but there are disagreements in terms of if it is effective.
Gabriele Eubanks
Nov 25, 20194 min read


How to afford a study abroad experience
A study abroad experience is extremely valuable, so students should do all they can to afford going on one of the trips.
tisenberg
Nov 22, 20194 min read


Photo gallery: Shield's 20th birthday party
Shield Media celebrated its 20th anniversary in the Chill on Tuesday, Oct. 8.
Guest Writer
Nov 8, 20191 min read
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