Gandhi Institute focuses on youth initiatives to curb violence
As the M.K. Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence enters its fourth decade, its leaders continue looking to the future to ease the pains of the past and present. The University affiliate, now under the guidance of Interim Executive Director Gwen Olton ’04, pictured, offers programs, workshops, and outreach to teach de-escalation practices.
In today’s issue:
Well-U is launching a new wellness platform on May 1
Attend a virtual lecture on behavioral health In Monroe County
The Department of Dermatology is providing free skin cancer screenings next month
11 graduate students honored with Edward Peck Curtis Award
Eleven University students have been selected as recipients of the Edward Peck Curtis Award for Excellence in Teaching by a Graduate Student. This award was established by former life trustee Edward Peck Curtis in 1984 and recognizes graduate students who excel in advancing the teaching mission of the University by providing highly skilled and innovative instruction to Rochester’s undergraduates. This year’s recipients are Shoeib Ahmed Chowdhury (mechanical engineering), Zach Barber (philosophy), Michael Chavrimootoo (computer science), Dillion Dzikowicz (nursing), Andrew Hahn (electrical engineering), Marianne Kupin-Lisbin (history), Ying Lin (brain and cognitive sciences), Kevin Ling (biomedical engineering), Derek Myler (music theory), Lynn Sidor (biology), and Neal Shah (neuroscience).
With new and familiar faces, Friends of Strong volunteer program is ‘on the rise’
The Friends of Strong Memorial Hospital volunteer program reflects on the silver linings of a tumultuous two years as it celebrates National Volunteer Appreciation Week. Read more about the program, which hosts hundreds of volunteers from the greater Rochester area each year, and meet several of its most faithful volunteers.
Judith Baumhauer, a professor of orthopaedics, says that pandemic weight gain may also be to blame for the rise in foot discomfort. She explains that even an extra couple of pounds makes an impact. “It’s literally just physics,” she says, explaining that the foot takes on four times the force of our body weight when walking. Losing or gaining five pounds would be a change of “20 pounds to their ankle and foot,” she says.
‘Connect While You Can’ senior panel and networking event
Attend the Greene Center’s senior panel and networking event on Wednesday, April 20, from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Feldman Ballroom, Douglass Commons. Enjoy free food and fun swag. Register to attend in Handshake.
First- and second-year students, are you feeling a bit lost when it comes to deciding on a major, career path, or planning for future internships and research opportunities? Come connect with seniors and learn from their experiences.
Class of 2022, are you feeling nostalgic about graduation and embarking on the next step of your career journey? Attend the event to share your wisdom with undergraduate students.
Through the Total Rewards program, the University offers award-winning health and wellness benefits to inspire and engage employees in healthy habits. Well-U is launching a new wellness platform on May 1 to replace the current structure. Studio Sweat On-Demand is a streaming platform with over 1,700 fitness classes and well-being content. Classes will be available both live and on-demand so you can work out anywhere, anytime. Learn more.
Find trusted senior care
Whether you’re looking for care for an elderly family member or just help running errands, eligible employees can find caregivers for seniors locally and across the country using their free Care.com premium membership. Visit the family care web page for eligibility information or to enroll.
Public health grand rounds lecture on behavioral health In Monroe County
This webinar will highlight the current needs for behavioral health care in Monroe County, the reimagining services, and the role of the Monroe County Office of Mental Health. Â Preregistration is required for the lecture, taking place Friday, April 22, at noon EDT. ASL interpreters will be present. Email Carolyn Settle with questions.
Webinar on the biopsychosocial model on research
Attend the Medical Center’s Department of Psychiatry’s 75th Anniversary webinar exploring “Biopsychosocial Innovations in Research” on Tuesday, April 26, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. EDT. Panelists across disciplines and programs within psychiatry will discuss the impact of the biopsychosocial model on research. Learn more and register here.
Free skin cancer screening
Together with Rochester Regional Health’s Division of Dermatology, the Rochester Dermatologic Society, and the American Academy of Dermatology, the Department of Dermatology is providing free skin cancer screenings from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 7, on the first floor of the dermatology suite in College Town, 40 Celebration Drive. Screenings are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and no appointment is needed.
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