Statement from University leadership about the protests in Iran
The following statement was shared by Jane Gatewood, vice provost for global engagement; Jeffrey Runner, dean of the College; and Melissa Sturge-Apple, vice provost and University dean of graduate education:
The violent suppression of protests in Iran decrying the death of Mahsa Amini while in police custody has focused the world’s attention on injustices and inequities in contemporary Iranian society. The fact that much of this suppression has been directed at university campuses in Iran has particular resonance with us here at the University of Rochester.
Women’s rights are human rights. Freedom of expression is a foundational tenet of universities around the world. We stand in solidarity with those in Iran and elsewhere who stand up for equity and speak out against injustice.
Hajim students thrive where STEM, humanities intersect
Three senior undergraduate students in the Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences are being honored with the Wells Award, given each year to high-achieving Hajim students who also excel in a humanities field, as determined by the highest GPAs at the end of their junior year. Read more about Valerie Battista, Danielle Getz, and Jameson (Max) Morris.
Events to connect with alumni, graduate schools, and future employers
The Greene Center invites students to explore upcoming events and opportunities to connect with employers, graduate schools, and Rochester alumni. For more information and to register, visit Handshake.
“Tell Your Story: Nail That Job”, a workshop with Judith Humphrey, a communications expert and founder of the Humphrey Group: Wednesday, October 19, from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Gowen Room, Wilson Commons
“Cracking the Coding Technical Interview” with Rochester alumni from Google, Meta, Rivian, and more: Thursday, October 20, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Barbara J. Burger iZone, Rush Rhees Library
“Hallowgreene 2022”: Friday, October 28, from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Greene Center
Practice your communication skills at ‘Pitch Imperfect’
“Pitch Imperfect” is back with a bunch of bad ideas for you to passionately present on. Unleash your creativity while mastering skills like communication, pitching, and storytelling—and get ready for some new twists that bring the audience into the presentation. The event takes place Wednesday, October 26, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Barbara J. Burger iZone Forum. Learn more and RSVP here. If you sign up to pitch, iZone will provide you with a slide deck that you will have never seen before, complete with random pictures, bad ideas, and blanks that the audience will fill in.
Annual ‘Asthma, Allergy, and Pulmonary Update’ conference
The Medical Center’s 26th annual “Asthma, Allergy, and Pulmonary Update” is a one-day conference designed to provide physicians, physician extenders, nurses, respiratory therapists, and allied health professionals with an update in the fields of asthma, allergy, and selected topics in pulmonology. The conference aims to initiate practice changes by familiarizing learners with evidence-based diagnostic strategies and treatment advances that can lead to enhanced patient care and outcomes. The hybrid event takes place online and at Casa Larga Vineyards on Thursday, November 3. Register here to attend.
Crush your fitness goals
Register here to join Justin Kelsey, a certified personal trainer from Well-U’s lifestyle management team, virtually on Wednesday, October 19, at noon EDT to learn more about motivation and creating sustainable fitness habits.
Graduate students across Arts, Sciences & Engineering will showcase their research at “Graduate Research Day” on Wednesday, October 19, in Feldman Ballroom, Douglass Commons. Research talks take place throughout the day starting at 9 a.m. A networking reception and awards ceremony follow from 4 to 5 p.m.
Grand rounds webinar on regional climate threats and solutions
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