Faculty and staff can still register for Well-U’s “Walktober” wellness program, which starts today. Find details below in the For Faculty and Staff section.
In today’s issue:
A series of future faculty workshops for graduate students starts this month
University Counseling Center will conduct drop-in depression screenings for students next week
The annual medical student poster symposium takes place on Monday
A reminder on face masks: they must be worn properly covering the nose and mouth indoors on the University’s campuses and properties. Visit the face mask FAQ page for full information. Face masks with air valves are not permitted, nor are face shields alone without a proper face mask underneath.
Dining Services announces partial refund of fall meal plan cost
University Dining Services is providing all students currently enrolled in a meal plan a 20 percent refund of the full cost. These refunds will be processed before the end of October through UR Student and will be credited to each student’s bursar account. This partial refund will have no impact on a student’s financial aid package.
“From the beginning of our staffing shortage, we’ve said that we’re doing everything in our power to ensure that students continue to have access to a variety of foods that meet their dietary needs,” said Cam Schauf, director of campus dining services and auxiliary operations. “While we are continuing to address staffing challenges through employee recruitment and adding new food options, we understand that students have been directly impacted in their ability to spend their meal plan dollars, and have incurred higher costs through Grubhub and other alternative food sources. In recognition of this, we are offering this refund to students.
“While there is no timeline, we are confident that we can build back up our staff to normal levels in order to resume regular dining services, including reopening the dining locations that have been closed in order to focus on core operations. And we thank all of our students and parents who continue to be understanding of the challenges we are facing,” said Schauf.
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On Thursday, October 7, University Counseling Center will conduct drop-in depression screenings for students at Eastman Student Living Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and in Friel Lounge on the River Campus from 2 to 4 p.m. Stop by the screening tables to pick up a quick form, then meet with a UCC staff member who can help you see if you are at risk for depression and, if appropriate, offer suitable recommendations to help. You can also learn self-care practices to help you thrive. Open to all undergraduate and graduate students. Hosted by the University Counseling Center and UHS Health Promotion Office.
Koru mindfulness classes
Did you know that daily mindfulness practice can help to decrease perceived stress, and improve quality of sleep, self-compassion, mood, and academic performance in both undergraduate and graduate students? Learn the fundamentals of mindfulness meditation during the next Koru mindfulness four-week workshop. Participants will learn about and practice two new meditation techniques weekly, and bring more mindfulness and gratitude into their lives. Four sessions begin this month. Registration is required. Open to all undergraduate and graduate students. Brought to you by the Mindful University Project.
Future faculty workshop series for graduate students
Designed collaboratively by faculty from each of the University’s schools, this workshop series aims to prepare the next generation of faculty and to give Rochester graduates a competitive edge in the academic marketplace. Virtual and in-person options are available for each session. Learn more and register here. Contact Adele Coelho with questions or accommodations requests.
Understanding the Faculty Role, Wednesday, October 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. EDT
Unconscious Bias and Its Impact on Our Academic Environments, Wednesday, October 27, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT
Teaching Fundamentals: Tools to Demystify Course Planning and Assessment, Thursday, November 18, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. EST
Managing Your Scholarly Identity, Wednesday, February 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EST
Navigating Your Job Search, Wednesday, March 23, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. EST
Well-U’s Walktober begins today. In the 31-day activity challenge, you’ll step closer to a brighter outlook, more restful sleep, and making walking a priority for life. For the chance to win a weekly raffle and more, get started by registering today.
Learn what Rochester medical students have accomplished during their summer and year-out research projects at the 2021 Medical Student Poster Symposium, taking place Monday, October 4, from noon to 1 p.m. in the atrium of Saunders Research Building. Poster presentations will start at noon with abstract achievement awards announced at 1 p.m. Email Gulsah Prue with questions.
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