The 30,000-square-foot Sloan Performing Arts Center had its soft opening at the end of August, adding a much anticipated new building to the University’s River Campus in time for the fall semester. The building will be fully functional by the end of the calendar year.The Sloan Center is made possible thanks to the generosity of University Life Trustee Thomas Sloan ’65, ’67 (MS) and Linda Sloan ’67, and other lead donors. Read more about the Sloan Center and get a behind-the-scenes look at artist Jay Yan’s installation of a specially commissioned mosaic that will span most of the building’s interior.
In today’s issue:
The University has partnered with a community solar project to reduce Rochester’s carbon footprint
The first opening reception of the year in Hartnett Gallery takes place today
Members of the University community can apply to Innov8, an eight-week program designed to help emerging entrepreneurs
Take an online course through Worldwide University Network
Undergraduates in Arts, Sciences & Engineering have the opportunity to take an online course through the Worldwide University Network. Rochester students are able to choose from a handful of courses offered online for the fall 2021 semester through Brazil’s Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais. There is no charge for enrolling in these courses and students will need to seek approval from a faculty member from the authorized approval list in order to use a course to count toward a major, minor, or cluster. If you are interested in taking a course, email Theodore Pagano at the Center for Education Abroad by Wednesday, September 8.
With open enrollment for 2022 benefits around the corner, now is the time to enroll in the University’s electronic delivery program, which means receiving all benefits-related materials via email instead of physical mailing. Enrolling guarantees you receive information more quickly and efficiently and also promotes environmental efforts. To enroll or verify you are enrolled, go to HRMS and follow the path Main Menu> Self-Service> Benefits> Elect E-delivery.
Prepare pets for your return to on-site work
As many University employees return to on-site work, those who have pets at home are facing an additional adjustment. Pet adoptions spiked during the pandemic and many animals got used to their owners being at home and working remotely. Human Resources encourages employees to learn more from Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, about easing and preventing pet separation anxiety when returning to on-site work in this video. Plus, get advice on pet behavior and find additional resources for pet owners by visiting the Humane Network.
Get your cholesterol in check
If your cholesterol numbers are on the rise, learn effective ways to bring and keep them down. Meet with your own lifestyle management dietician from Well-U’s high cholesterol program and get focused on better health.
Enjoy the first opening reception of the year in Hartnett Gallery at Wilson Commons. Engaging Sage: Studio Faculty Exhibition is the first in-person show in well over a year and features work by University art and art history faculty. Mingle and snack at the opening reception today, September 1, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the gallery and outside on Graham Smith Plaza. The show will be on display through September 11. Follow Hartnett Gallery and Wilson Commons Student Activities on social media for more details about this and upcoming shows.
Innov8 entrepreneurial training program
Innov8 is an eight-week program administered by the Ain Center for Entrepreneurship designed to help emerging entrepreneurs develop their business concepts, hone business strategies, and build a business plan with actionable steps. This program provides entrepreneurial training to University students, faculty, staff, and alumni interested in developing or commercializing any type of business idea. The fall 2021 cohort will run virtually from September 17 to November 5. Apply online by September 3, since team spots are limited. Contact Heidi Mergenthaler with questions.
Discover the ‘discovery layer’ at University Libraries
In case you were enjoying summer vacation or just missed the news, the University Libraries has upgraded and renamed its discovery layer, which now goes by DiscoverUR. What is a discovery layer? You will find the answer to this question and other “explainers,” such as how to access course reserves or how altmetrics work, through a new set of DiscoverUR tutorial videos. If you have questions or are experiencing issues, email DiscoveryFeedback@library.rochester.edu.
Last week, the Simon Business School MBA Class of 2022 had the chance to take part in the David Reh ’67S (MBA) Day of Service, Habitat for Humanity build. Find more photos on the Simon School’s Instagram.
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