Throughout March, the University will observe Women’s History Month with art exhibitions, lectures, films, book readings, and performances to celebrate and remember women’s history. Learn more about the Women’s Network, upcoming regional events, and opportunities to support students here.
Sevin Yeltekin, dean of the Simon Business School, reflects on her upbringing in Turkey, why there are so few women holding business school deanships, and her strongly held belief in the value of the MBA degree in this article on Poets & Quants.
Hereditary breast cancer created a mother-daughter “unbreakable bond:" Melissa Selner believes she’s alive and well because of genetic testing done at Wilmot Cancer Institute.
This past year, the Women’s Network has made a tremendous impact on the University of Rochester community. The Women’s Network Philanthropy Committee has awarded its third scholarship and is also prioritizing mental health with an important initiative. The Network features six regional committees, professional development opportunities, and numerous virtual and in-person events that allow Rochester women to connect and support one another.