University-wide coalition on student mental health and wellness is formed
A newly formed University Coalition on Student Mental Health and Wellness will begin meeting to assess the current state of student mental health at Rochester and to make recommendations for ways the University community can work to improve student well-being. The group hopes to announce recommendations to the University community by the end of the calendar year. Learn more about the coalition and its members here.
In today’s issue:
Rochester researchers report major strides in enhancing quantum computing by improving the transfer of information between electrons in quantum systems
University poet Hyam Plutzik is finding new readers almost 60 years after his death with a new bilingual edition of his work
BIPOC Monroe County residents are invited to apply for a Transformative Justice Fellowship from the M.K. Gandhi Institute and the Center for Dispute Settlement and Partners in Restorative Initiatives
Since Wednesday’s notice in @Rochester, there are no new cases of COVID-19 to report. Please note that the University’s COVID-19 Dashboard is updated daily. Whenever a new case is known, the contact-tracing process begins immediately with confirmed exposures being contacted and required to quarantine.
The Medical Center is continuing to make vaccine clinic appointments available to all University faculty, staff, and students. Visit the URMC COVID Clinic List to register.
It’s extremely important for the health of the University community that individuals continue to adhere to the face masking and social distancing protocols. Even as some individuals are now receiving their first or second dose of the vaccine, these practices to prevent the transmission of the virus cannot be relaxed.
Researchers confront major hurdle in quantum computing
In a series of papers published in Nature Communications, Rochester researchers including John Nichol, an assistant professor of physics and astronomy, and graduate students Yadav Kandel and Haifeng Qiao, the lead authors of the papers, report major strides in enhancing quantum computing by improving the transfer of information between electrons in quantum systems.
Hyam Plutzik’s poetry finds new voice in Spanish/English edition
Salim Alani to retire as executive director of internal audit
Salim Alani, the University’s executive director of internal audit for more than two decades, has announced his retirement, effective July 30. During his 21-year tenure, Alani has overseen the internal audit functions across the University and its health care affiliates. Chris Butler, senior audit manager, will become interim executive director of the Office of University Audit on August 1 and will remain in the role while a nationwide search is being conducted.
Ain Center welcomes new executive director
The Ain Center for Entrepreneurship has welcomed Annette Durnack as its new executive director, effective April 30. Durnack was previously a director of business development at Penn State University’s Center Valley location.
Are you LGBTQ and graduating? Join the Paul J. Burgett Intercultural Center and the Susan B. Anthony Institute for Gender, Sexuality, and Women Studies for Rainbow Graduation. The virtual ceremony takes place Monday, May 17, from 1 to 2 p.m. EDT; cords and certificates will be mailed to you. The in-person ceremony takes place Monday, May 17, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. followed by cupcakes and karaoke on the quad. Register here.
One Community Program panelists
The Paul J. Burgett Intercultural Center is seeking undergraduate panelists for this year’s One Community Program held during the week of July 26. If you have a great story to share about how you self-identify, the intersections of your identity, or how your various identities have had an impact on your college experience, apply here by Friday, May 14. Email bic@rochester.edu if you have any questions.
Bring a biometric screening clinic to your department
Bring convenient wellness screenings to your work area with Well-U. Clinics will come straight to your worksite for 10 or more people. Start coordinating a clinic here.
Enjoy a conversation with executive search and career development experts who will provide guidance on interviewing, resume writing, career transitions, and more at monthly virtual meet-ups. Register here to join the next session with Barbara Grossman ’77 and Jay Berger from Paradigm Partners on Friday, May 7, from noon to 1 p.m. EDT.
Apply for a Transformative Justice Fellowship
The M.K. Gandhi Institute, in partnership with the Center for Dispute Settlement and Partners in Restorative Initiatives, has established two Transformative Justice Fellowships. This is a two-year commitment, from June 2021 to June 2023, for Monroe County residents of all ages who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). In addition to an annual budget of $1,000 per year for learning-related expenses, participants will receive free access to training and events at all three agencies. Each will be assigned a BIPOC mentor to support their learning journey. The deadline to apply for this program is May 22. Email kit@gandhiinstitute.org with questions about this opportunity.
Registration open for girls volleyball camps
Rochester’s volleyball team is offering two, one-day camps for girls this summer. A development camp, for girls in grades 3 through 9, will take place July 9, and a college prospect camp, for girls in grades 9 through 12, will take place July 10. Find more information and online registration here. Email Ladi Iya with questions.
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