As guidance from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and New York State continues to be updated, the Coronavirus University Restart Team (CURT) and senior leadership have updated the guidance for the fall on the University’s non-Medical Center campuses.
Monroe County’s rate of COVID-19 infections is currently “high,” according to the CDC, meaning wearing a mask indoors in public and shared spaces will maximize individuals’ protection from the Delta variant. These guidelines will be updated as additional CDC, county, and state guidance is distributed; check the COVID-19 Resource Center site regularly for updates. For the latest Medical Center updates, visit the URMC Intranet.
In today’s issue:
A series of online teaching resource workshops are being offered this fall
Today’s “Lunch and Listen” program for Medical Center staff and clinical workers features a violin and guitar duo
Enrollment in a research study on dementia caregiving ends August 24
University students: Remember to upload your proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the UHS secure portal.
University faculty and staff: Remember to upload your COVID-19 vaccination status to the faculty and staff vaccine participation form (VPN or on-campus network connection required).
Located within the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, the Study Zone is a quiet, focused place to work. Students commit to spending at least three hours a week in the Study Zone and benefit from peer support in planning effective study sessions. By providing a productive location, personal support, and snacks, this informal study location will help students get past common barriers to turn their academic goals into reality. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Enroll online. The program serves students in AS&E, the School of Medicine and Dentistry, Simon Business School, and Warner School of Education.
Study groups available for 22 different courses
Looking for peers to study with in your fall 2021 courses? Study groups are available for BCSC 110, BIOL 110, BIOL 190, BIOL 198, CHM 131, CHM 203, DSCC 262, ECO 108, FIN 205, MATH 141, MATH 142, MATH 143, MATH 150, MATH 161, MATH 162, MATH 164, MATH 165, MATH 201, ME 121, MKT 203, PSYC 101, and STAT 213. Sign up to attend each week through the study group’s associated Blackboard Organization. Find more information on the program and schedule.
‘Lunch and Listen’ program for Medical Center staff and clinical workers features violin and guitar
The next “Lunch and Listen” concert from Eastman Performing Arts Medicine and the Office of Patient Experience takes place today, Tuesday, August 17, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT. Medical Center staff and clinical workers can join via Zoom and call in to make requests. Guitarist Patrick Peralta, currently pursuing a doctoral degree at the Eastman School of Music, and Julia Peralta, a local music teacher and violinist, will offer a program of light classical and pop music, from renaissance lute and guitar music to pop standards like the Beatles.
Online teaching resource workshops
Take part in a series of one-hour “how-to” workshops to get you started with some basic online activities. This series covers everything from giving live or recorded lectures, using various discussion board tools, giving an online test, and providing a platform for asynchronous student presentations. Register for each topic using the links below, and find full workshop information here.
If your current habits do not suit your sense of well-being, swap them for new ones. Set goals with help from Well-U’s depression management and self-coaching team. Appointments are compassionate, confidential, and convenient. Enroll now.
Tuition reimbursement reminder
To ensure timely tuition reimbursement for the summer 2021 semester, your proof of tuition cost, proof of payment, and proof of successful course completion need to be received by the Office of Total Rewards via email no later than 90 days following course completion. Find more information online.
Are you caring for a loved one who has dementia? Enroll in a study investigating brief programs to reduce stress and improve wellness and immune health for people ages 55 and up who are caring for a loved one with any type of dementia. Enrollment ends on August 24. Scheduling is flexible and caregivers receive up to $200 for participation. For more information, call (585) 275-6835, or email mindbody@urmc.rochester.edu.
On Sunday, the juror’s award winners were announced for the 67th Rochester-Finger Lakes Exhibition at the Memorial Art Gallery. Find more information about the exhibit and photos of the winners’ work on the museum’s Instagram and website.
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