This week, Rochester celebrates first-generation students. Find ways to participate and offer support below in today’s For the Community section.
Also in today’s issue:
Information for employees on taking time off to vote
A recent poll from Bright Line Watch takes a look at American democracy
Asian American Pacific Islander lunch and games for University graduate students and postdocs
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Recent poll assesses American democracy before 2022 midterm elections
According to a recent poll from the nonpartisan initiative Bright Line Watch, academic experts see a high chance some Republican candidates will be unwilling to concede election losses. “We are losing an essential feature of any democracy—the willingness of parties to lose elections,” says Bright Line Watch cofounder Gretchen Helmke, the Thomas H. Jackson Distinguished University Professor and the faculty director of the Democracy Center at the University.
Flags to be lowered for Life Trustee Bill Balderston
University flags on the Eastman Quadrangle and near the entrance of Strong Memorial Hospital will be lowered Tuesday, November 15, for Life Trustee William (Bill) Balderston III, who died on October 23. Balderston was first elected to the Board of Trustees in 1980 and served on multiple University committees over the years.
Learn more about masturbation and sex with UHS Health Promotion Office peer health advocates on Wednesday, November 9, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in Hirst Lounge and the Gowen Room, Wilson Commons, at “Masturbation 101.”
Additional dates for STI testing
Did you know that the most common symptom of a sexually transmitted infection is actually no symptoms at all? Sign up for an appointment at one of the UHS Health Promotion Office’s free STI testing clinics throughout the semester. Clinics are open to all undergraduate and graduate students.
University employees who are registered voters may take off up to two hours of working time to vote at any election without losing pay. If you have not already notified your supervisor of your need to take time off, approval will be at your supervisor’s discretion. Learn more.
Get your biometric screening before the end of the year
There’s still time before the end of the year to reserve a spot for your biometric screening, complete your personal health assessment, and enjoy your $125 incentive through Well-U, your employee wellness program.
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Whether you are a first-generation student, graduate, advocate, or supporter of first-generation student success, join in celebrating at Rochester this week during the sixth annual National First-Generation College Celebration.
Use the hashtags #celebratefirstgen and #firstgenproud on social media
Ask about 1st One, the University’s campus campaign to show first-generation pride and support for first-generation student success. If you would like to display a 1st One decal or sticker, contact Dawn Bruner or attend the “Food and Friendly Faces” first-generation reception sponsored by the First-Generation Students and Families Committee today, November 8, from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Hawkins-Carlson Room, Rush Rhees Library.
Lecture: ‘Reflections on Equity-Oriented Implementation Studies’
Ana Baumann, codirector of the Dissemination and Implementation Research Core at the Washington University in St. Louis Institute of Clinical and Translational Sciences, will walk through some of her challenges and lessons that she is still learning as she aims to conduct and practice equity-oriented implementation research. Baumann’s research focuses on identifying strategies to facilitate the implementation and dissemination of evidence-based interventions in low-resource settings nationally and globally. The virtual lecture takes place today, November 8, from 3 to 4 p.m. EST. Learn more about upcoming equity-focused dissemination and implementation science seminars.
Learn about Warner School doctoral programs
Attend a Warner School of Education virtual admissions information session on Thursday, November 10, from 5 to 6 p.m. EST to learn more about PhD and EdD programs in counseling, educational leadership, education policy, health professions education, higher education, human development, and teaching. The next application deadline is December 15. Register here for the free event. Contact Warner School’s admissions office with questions.
AAPI games and lunch for graduate students and postdocs
The Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Trainee Support Committee invites University graduate students and postdocs for AAPI games and lunch on Saturday, November 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Evarts Lounge at the School of Nursing. Spouses and children are invited; register here. Learn more about the event and visit the committee’s website for details about the group.
Interfaith Thanksgiving banquet
Lisa Miller, a professor of clinical psychology at Columbia Teacher’s College, has participated in significant scientific research on the effects of religious and spiritual practices on the brain. Attend her talk “The Awakened Brain: The Neuroscience of Spirituality” on Saturday, November 12, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Interfaith Chapel, River Campus. The event includes a free Thanksgiving dinner including vegetarian and vegan dinner options. RSVP on CCC or by email.
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