Volunteer Spotlights
Our volunteers have remarkable stories. Learn about the people who give their time and talent to make the University of Rochester community ever better.
Have a story to share? We’d love to hear your story as a volunteer. If you’re interested in sharing, please fill out our quick Volunteer Profile Form.
Volunteering throughout her student and professional career and striving to make higher education accessible. Meet Washington, D.C. Network and Alumni Board member Nicole Boschi ’07, ’10M (MS), ’14M (PhD).
From Rochester to global impact:
Blending professional success with community impact,
Lorenzo Mendez ’12 inspires as an alumnus leader.
Volunteer Impact
5,119
volunteers served in
7,708
roles
1,305
volunteers served in more than one role
168
volunteers served in 5 or more roles
5,119
volunteers served in
7,708
roles
1,305
volunteers served in more than one role
168
volunteers served in 5 or more roles
We are excited to share with you the FY24 Volunteer Impact Report, highlighting the incredible work you have accomplished in making the University and its Medical Center ever better.
Celebration of Volunteers
Join us as we celebrate our volunteers throughout the country during National Volunteer Month.
Boston
April 2, 2025 | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. ET
Metro NYC
April 10, 2025 | 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. ET
Washington, DC
April 22, 2025 | 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. ET
Rochester
April 29, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. ET
Day of Giving
The University of Rochester’s annual Day of Giving returns on May 1. Make a gift to any area of the University or Medical Center that inspires you. Any amount that is meaningful to you is meaningful to the University.
Stay connected
There are always new opportunities to stay involved! Learn about the different ways you can volunteer with the University of Rochester.
Margaret Schweizer, Director of Meals on Wheels; Malik Evans ’02, Mayor of Rochester; Andy LaManna, Advisory Committee member; and Julie Cunningham, Volunteer Manager
Meals on Wheels
“I am a big believer in giving back when and where possible. By volunteering, I’ve learned that I can be an advocate for those who may not have the voice to help themselves.” – Andy LaManna, Advisory Committee member, Meals on Wheels
Mervyn Winn ’26 and Nadia Niyogushima ’26
Affinity Networks
Through the efforts of the Black Alumni Network and generous donors, the University of Rochester was able to award its first two Black Alumni Network Scholarships this year. Learn about the two scholarship recipients, Mervyn Winn ’26 and Nadia Niyogushima ’26.
“This scholarship is an honor, and it helps make the cost of college less of a burden for me and my mom. It’s the first time I’ve been given something like this, too, which is really humbling.” – Mervyn Winn ’26
Heidi Schwarz, ’83M (MD), ’89M (Res)
Women in Medicine
Formed in 2017, School of Medicine and Dentistry’s Women in Medicine provides resources and creates community among students, residents, fellows, alumnae, clinicians, and faculty members affiliated with the University of Rochester Medical Center.
“There is a powerful, shared experience around which our group coalesces, and we know that the work we are doing helps so many women in our field.” – Heidi Schwarz, ’83M (MD), ’89M (Res), Women in Medicine cochair and professor of clinical neurology at URMC.
Elliot Richman ’70, ’75 PhD
The Meliora Collective and mentorship
This scientist, teacher, writer, and musician serves as a sounding board for University students and recent graduates through The Meliora Collective’s Mentorship Program.
“I signed up as a mentor because I realized that the insights I’d collected from my education, career, and life could be useful to someone just starting out. I also knew how much I could’ve benefitted from having a mentor when I was a young man and I wanted to be that person for someone else.” – Elliot Richman ’70, ’75 PhD