Freshman at the University of Rochester spent today giving the city of Rochester a bit of a face lift. It's part of the school's annual Wilson Day event.

More than 800 students volunteered at non-profit organization in Rochester and beyond. They helped at churches, schools and other community agencies. The idea is to get the students acquainted with the city and each other.

"It's a great bonding experience, definitely. Through the red paint you get to know other people better, spend some time with each other," said Shouling Zhang.

"I think it's especially important because I live here that I help the people that have been around me for so long," said Amy Stell.

This the 21st year U of R freshmen have taken part in a clean up before getting the school year started.

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