“We know that the safest (sleep) for babies is kind of co-rooming but not necessarily cosleeping because even a simple sheet over a baby’s face—a newborn’s face especially—could be enough to cause a suffocation and a death,” says Elizabeth Murray, an assistant professor of clinical emergency medicine and of clinical pediatrics.
The University Counseling Center is offering a virtual drop-in group for trans students today, September 27, at 4 p.m. EDT.
Peer resource meet and greet
The College Center for Advising Services peer advisors, Greene Center peer career advisors, Speaking Fellows, and Writing Fellows from the Writing and Speaking Center are hosting a “Peer Resource Meet and Greet” on Thursday, September 29, from 4 to 5 p.m. in Douglass Commons, Room 407. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the various peer advising and tutoring services available on the River Campus, eat some food, and mingle. Register in Handshake.
Writing groups for AS&E undergrads
Do you have writing to do? Writing groups for Arts, Sciences & Engineering undergraduates are led by writing fellows and meet weekly for two hours. The structured writing sessions are designed to support your writing process through guidance, accountability, and community. Bring any kind of academic, professional, or creative writing. Learn more and enroll online. Email liz.tinelli@rochester.edu with questions.
Avoid academic cheating websites
Arts, Sciences & Engineering’s academic honesty liaison advises students to be wary of predatory contract cheating websites that market themselves as academic support, tutoring, or homework help. These sites may be geared more toward providing—and often selling—answers rather than helping you learn.
Nominations for new deputy vice provost for academic affairs position
The Office of Academic Affairs led by Joan Saab, executive vice provost for academic affairs and interim dean of the faculty of AS&E, is accepting nominations of faculty for a new position of deputy vice provost for academic affairs. It is a temporary position with a 50 percent administrative appointment for two years beginning October 1, with a paid monthly stipend while continuing faculty responsibilities at 50 percent appointment. The deputy vice provost will join an existing team responsible for academic strategic planning, accreditation, assessment, policies related to academic personnel, oversight of faculty tenure and promotion process, leadership of faculty development programs, and recognition of faculty scholarship.
Applications are open for the Clinical and Translational Science Institute KL2 Career Development Award, which provides two years of support for early-career, multidisciplinary clinical and translational scientists. The program fosters the transition of KL2 scholars to independent careers as clinical and translational investigators. Submit letters of intent by Wednesday, September 28, 5 p.m. EDT.
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Nominations open for the undergraduate Women’s Leadership Awards
The Susan B. Anthony Center is accepting nominations for the University’s 2022–23 Undergraduate Women’s Leadership Awards until Sunday, October 9. Five awards are presented annually to undergraduate women in recognition of their achievements, service, and contributions to the common good. Find more information and submit a nomination.
Part-time programs virtual open house with the Simon School
Learn more about SimonBusinessSchool’s part-timeprograms at a virtual open house on Wednesday, September 28, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. EDT. Event attendees will be provided an application fee waiver, up to $150 value. Register in advance to attend.
National Coming Out Day talk with Chloe Corcoran ’04
Chloe Corcoran ’04 will share her story for National Coming Out Day, from being a player on the Rochester football team’s offensive line to having her picture in Times Square for sharing her life through the “Being Trans” podcast. The talk takes place Tuesday, October 11, in Feldman Ballroom, Douglass Commons, at 7:30 p.m. Register here to attend.
International Education Week funding
Grants are now available to help fund programming during the month of November that celebrates International Education Week and the benefits of international education. This includes lectures and programs which highlight international academic programs and research, in addition to those that encourage the integration of the domestic and international student body. This grant is open to students and departments University-wide. Grants up to $500 will be awarded and are sponsored by the Office for Global Engagement. Apply here by October 14.
Masking when around other people indoors is strongly encouraged, especially for those who are at increased risk of severe illness if they become infected. Patient care areas, as well as University shuttles and transportation, continue to require masking. A full description of Medical Center masking requirements is available on the URMC Intranet (University network access required).
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