Geocaching is a new trend, spreading fast throughout communities throughout the world. It’s an outdoor activity that anyone with a mobile device can participate in. Mixing together technology and recreation, Geocaching is a modern day treasure hunting adventure – and who doesn’t enjoy a good old fashioned treasure hunt? If you’re on or near campus […]
Tiger Tips: Using Tiger Bucks Off-Campus
Besides Dining Dollars and meal exchanges, RIT offers another debit account to its students, faculty, and staff – Tiger Bucks. What separates Tiger Bucks from the meal plan options, is this money can be used for more things and at more places. This form of debit lets you purchase non-food items, and it can be […]
Rochester Festival Guide: Summer 2019
Believe it or not, we’ve made it through another Rochester winter. While it may have seemed never-ending (especially with a cold and rainy May), the sun has finally come out and the city is coming alive for another summer full of fun. If you’re around Rochester this summer season – or thinking of coming back […]
Top 10 Spots to Hammock on Campus
As soon as classes begin to get hard and you need to buckle down to study, all of the cozy spots around campus seem to be taken. The benches, picnic tables, and other enjoyable spots to sit around outside sometimes can be overcrowded. I’ve got the perfect solution – and all you need is a […]
St. Patrick’s Day: Turning Rochester Green
The St. Patrick’s Day celebration weekend in Rochester is coming up! Saying it is a crazy holiday is an understatement, so being prepared for the day is important if you choose to participate in the festivities. Here’s everything you need to know from events and activities, to keeping our city green, to staying safe and […]
Stuck on Campus for Spring Break?
Are you going to be “stuck” on campus for spring break this year? Don’t worry, Behind the Bricks is here to make sure you have an amazing spring break, even if you aren’t laying on a beach somewhere tropical! From outdoor activities, to exploring the Rochester area, the opportunities are endless. Check out some of […]
Where to Watch Oscar Nominated Films
Oscar season is upon us, and with less than two weeks until the big night, you might be feeling the crunch. I mean, you promise yourself every year that you will watch all the nominees and then you just can’t seem to get around to it. Or maybe you’re just a casual movie watcher, but […]