By Ruvarashe Mutambara Upon reflection on my time as a freshman, I realized my little to no knowledge of what to expect from college life, despite stories from friends who had already pursued their higher education. Though it’s not a secret that college is not a one-size-fits-all experience. At Rochester Christian University, a student’s experiences can differ due to the different types: campus residents, international and local students, athletes and other students involved in other aspects...

By Ruvarashe Mutambara Ruvarashe Mutambara Life at Rochester Christian University has been a mix of culture shocks, new routines and small surprises for African students navigating their new home. From unfamiliar cafeteria food to winter weather that bites, these students are discovering how to bring their heritage into a new environment — sometimes gracefully, and sometimes with a bit of laughter along the way. As an African student from Zimbabwe who’s only been at RCU since August, I was...