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Kearns Center Students Attend McNair Conference in Maryland
Eight McNair Scholars from the University of Rochester attended the 26th Annual National Ronald E. McNair Scholars Conference at the University of Maryland from March 13-16. There, they had a chance to present their research (ranging from audiology to biomedical engineering to history) to a national audience as well as attend graduate school fairs, workshops, concerts, and lectures. Kearns McNair Scholars Program Manager George McCormick and McNair Academic Coach Aaron Banks accompanied the students. (Pictured: Eight McNair students attend a conference event March 14, 2025.)
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Student Spotlight
First-generation students find mentors, resources, and niches at Rochester
About 20 percent of Rochester’s undergraduate student body are the first in their family to make the higher education leap.
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Get to Know Kearns Center Academic Coach Jessica McCane
If you come into the David T. Kearns Center on any given day, you will likely find the door to Jessica McCane’s office open with a sign that reads “everyone is welcome here.” If you take a step into her office, you’ll find a space filled with color and art, and bright lamp light—making her office a warm and inviting place to visit.
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Message from the Director
Farewell, but Not Far Away (My Final Message)
With a full heart and a deep sense of gratitude, I write to share that I will be transitioning from my role as the Director of the David T. Kearns Center for Leadership and Diversity. I have accepted an exciting new position within the University of Rochester—joining the Advancement team as a Regional Advancement Director (Major Gifts Officer)—an opportunity that was simply too meaningful to pass up. It allows me to continue advancing the mission of this remarkable institution. My last day at the Center will be on April 18.
Continue ReadingThe Kearns Center has 22 full-time employees who help run the federally grant funded programs that support individuals pursuing undergraduate, graduate, and professional education.
The Kearns Center supports well over 1,500 students from high school through doctorate annually, with lots of educational experiences, social and emotional support, financial resources, and connections to support their lifelong dreams.
The Kearns Center administers five federal grant funded programs that help provide educational guidance, scholarships, and support services to students who are low-income, first generation, or from historically racialized backgrounds.
