This year’s Presidential Stronger As One Diversity Awards ceremony takes place on January 19. Learn more about the event and how to attend the virtual celebration below in the For the Community section.
Also in today’s issue:
University IT cautions against scams related to New Year’s resolutions
Applications are open for the Clinical and Translational Science Institute’s Digital Health Seedling Award
All Eastman School of Music concerts through January 31 will be postponed until further notice
There are 49 new cases to report: 13 River Campus students, 25 River Campus employees, one Eastman Campus student, seven Medical Campus students, and three Medical Campus employees. Please note that the University’s COVID-19 Dashboard is updated when a new case is reported. Find the latest COVID-19 messages and updates here.
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.
Monetary policy vs. fiscal policy: Which is more effective at stimulating the economy?
Which is more effective at stimulating a sluggish economy—monetary policy or fiscal policy? According to Rochester economist Narayana Kocherlakota, the Lionel W. McKenzie Professor of Economics, there’s a textbook answer, and it’s the wrong one.
Security Tip: New Year’s resolution scams
Whether you have already narrowed down your New Year’s resolution, or you are still working out those details, University IT advises everyone to be aware of scams that specifically target popular commitments. If you’re looking to make health or financial improvements, always read the fine print and be wary of promises that seem too good to be true. Take charge of 2022, and don’t let scammers ruin your resolutions before they begin.
Apply for the Humanities for Life summer internship program
Are you looking for a paid summer internship opportunity? The Humanities for Life program matches University students interested in the arts and humanities with Rochester arts, cultural, and nonprofit organizations. Each intern will receive $5,000 for the summer, internship credit with transcript notation, and a dedicated career advisor. Applications are due January 23.
Applications open for the Digital Health Seedling Award
The Clinical and Translational Science Institute’s Digital Health Seedling Award provides up to $25,000 to support research that advances the development, approval, adoption, and use of innovative digital health tools, methods, and approaches. The one-year award is available to full-time faculty at the University who are studying digital health approaches, tools, and data including utilizing sensors and mobile technologies, electronic medical records, data from registries, or other real-world data to advance clinical research and address regulatory science needs. Apply by Monday, February 7.
Nominate an outstanding student for Student Employee of the Year
The Student Employment Office invites faculty and staff to nominate an outstanding undergraduate or graduate student employee for Student Employee of the Year. This is an opportunity to let students know their hard work is appreciated. The winners will receive an award in April from the University and compete at the state, regional, and national level for National Student Employee of the Year organized by the National Student Employment Association. The nomination form is due by February 8.
Discounts on Rochester Knighthawks games
The Rochester Knighthawks are beginning their season and you can get discounted tickets. For more information, visit the employee discounts website.
The Presidential Stronger As One Diversity Awards program on January 19 will honor the richness of University faculty, staff, students, Greater Rochester community members, and the Board of Trustees whose actions, activities, and accomplishments support the five institutional equity, diversity, and inclusion priorities toward making the University a welcoming and inclusive environment. Eight recipients will be announced at the program. In addition, there will be an opportunity to party with the nominees, recipients, and all attendees at the virtual after-party. Register to attend.
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