International Education Week, which runs through November 18, features a variety of events that celebrate the benefits of international education, highlight intercultural awareness, support the integration of our domestic and international student body, and promote the internationalization of the University community. Events include:
A presentation by Nitin Agrawal, CEO of Interstride, followed by a reception celebrating international students. Students from all schools are invited to register for one of Agrawal’s presentations: Today, November 15, from 5 to 6:45 p.m. in Gleason Hall or Wednesday, November 16, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the School of Medicine and Dentistry
The Global Fair on Friday, November 18, from noon to 3 p.m. in Hirst Lounge, Wilson Commons. Student organizations and students from different cultural backgrounds will be showcasing their cultures. Booths will offer food, memorabilia, cultural attire, and more to help students learn about other cultures and spread awareness.
The International Perspectives at Eastman panel discussion on Friday, November 18, at 12:30 p.m. EST. Join Eastman School of Music faculty, students, and alumni for a virtual event that will include a discussion about education, learning, research, and work in international settings.
In today’s issue:
The University has earned recognition for promoting a bicycle-friendly campus
Open enrollment ends today
Learn about the history and status of Title IX in higher education at the Rochester Forum event on Friday
Need to know: Winter weather operations and communications
Wintry weather will soon be upon us and the University’s emergency preparedness teams are ready with the plans and tools that keep the University operational and community members informed during snowstorms or severe weather.
When thinking about a possible “snow day,” it’s important to know that only under extreme weather conditions do University officials consider reducing or delaying on-campus operations and canceling activities, provided that essential services can still be maintained. The University is well equipped to deal with snow and ice and, in general, remains in operation and continues with regular activities, classes, and services.
University earns second silver ‘bicycle friendly’ award
The League of American Bicyclists has again recognized the University with a silver-level Bicycle Friendly University award. The program recognizes institutions of higher education for promoting and providing a more bikeable campus for students, staff, and visitors through the evaluation of five primary areas: engineering, encouragement, education, enforcement, and evaluation. Find details on the University’s biking programs here.
Join the Archaeology, Technology, and Historical Structures (ATHS) program for a special lecture from David Givens from Jamestown Rediscovery on Tuesday, November 15, at noon in Hopeman Engineering Building, Room 224. The talk will be of particular interest to ATHS, history, biology, and earth and environmental sciences majors, but anyone interested in science, history, and archaeology is welcome to attend.
If you have an on-campus mailbox, getting safer sex supplies delivered to you is easy, free, and anonymous. Place an order through Safe Sex Express, offered through the UHS Health Promotion Office.
Action is required for many of the University’s benefits including changing your health care plan, electing to contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA), electing to increase or decrease your coverage, and enrolling in Group Universal Life Insurance (GUL) or several other voluntary benefits. To assist you with enrolling in your 2023 benefits, visit the open enrollment website, which features 2023 benefits highlights, how to enroll, frequently asked questions, and more.
Stretch at your desk
Join Well-U for 10 minutes and get some stretches in right at your desk. Make sure you are logged into Studio Sweat on Demand, use this link, and join at noon EST today, November 15. If you are not already signed up for this free benefit, take just a few minutes and claim your access here. Email Well-U with any questions.
Learn about Warner School programs for working professionals
Attend a virtual information session with the Warner School of Education on Wednesday, November 16, from noon to 1 p.m. to learn more about your University tuition benefits and part-time graduate degree programs in counseling, educational leadership, education policy, health professions education, higher education, human development, online teaching, program evaluation, and teaching. The next application deadline is December 15. Register to attend. Contact the Warner School’s Admissions Office with questions.
Attend the virtual Rochester Forum on Friday, November 18, from 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. for a conversation about the history and status of Title IX in higher education, especially at Rochester. Hear from a panel of alumnae athletes and Athletics staff who will dive deeper into the role of Title IX in athletics. Access the full schedule and register here.
Take a pause for gratitude
According to research conducted by the NIH, UCLA, Columbia, Harvard, and Yale, a daily gratitude practice can positively change the molecular structure of the brain, boost happiness, productivity, energy, and immunity, and decrease stress and anxiety. Want to learn more about gratitude and how to practice it in your daily life? Join a 15-minute virtual guided meditation during the Gratitude and Mindfulness Campaign on Monday, November 21, from noon to 12:15 pm ET. The event is open to all Rochester students, faculty, and staff. Register here.
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