When was the last time you scrubbed through your friend list or cleaned up your digital past? University IT advises that it’s better to be safe and avoid oversharing personal details as there could be fake accounts, followers, or friends on your list whose account has been hacked—which could put your identity in jeopardy. Consider some social media spring cleaning and update your privacy settings. Find this and more tips on University IT’s Social Media Security web page.
Today marks the start of Graduate Student Appreciation Week, a nationally celebrated week dedicated to recognizing the contributions of graduate students to the campus community.
Celebrations are happening across all University graduate schools with a mix of programming, including:
Spaces are still available for the Eastman Leadership Academy, taking place virtually from June 5 to 9. Collaborate with similarly passionate and dedicated college juniors, seniors, and graduate students while working with world-class musicians, educators, and leaders. The academy provides a deep dive into leadership and entrepreneurship through immersive, interactive, and participatory workshops and learning activities. Thanks to a sponsorship from Yamaha, admitted students will receive a full-tuition scholarship. The special deadline for University students is extended to April 10.
Established in 1982, Patient Access Week is a celebration of the people in the patient access profession. The date marks the anniversary of the founding of the National Association of Healthcare Access Management, the only national professional organization dedicated to promoting excellence within the field. Each year, the celebrations span the entire week surrounding the anniversary, April 5.
The Medical Center is joining this year’s celebration by recognizing all Patient Access Stars for the work that they do to support patients, colleagues, and the entire healthcare system.
BHP Blog: Tips to control stress eating
If you regularly overeat to the point of discomfort, you may be suffering from emotional eating. Discover eight ways to regain control of your eating habits in the April blog from Behavioral Health Partners.
All students, faculty, and staff are invited to join a discussion forum this week to learn more about the University’s 2030 strategic plan goals and objectives, ask questions, and provide feedback. Registration is not required.
Monday, April 3: An in-person session will take place today at noon at the Humanities Center (Conference Room D), followed by a virtual session at 1:15 p.m. via Zoom.
Wednesday, April 5: A virtual session will be held at 4 p.m. via Zoom.
A four-week, team-based spring challenge program through the Fitness Center in College Town is an opportunity to get in shape and establish a workout routine and helps University friends and coworkers motivate one another. Points are awarded for exercise; teams that do the best will win cash prizes. The program cost is $10.
Grand rounds lecture on research of traumatic stress and addictions
The Department of Psychiatry presents its next grand rounds, “Charting a Course for the Next Decade of Research on Traumatic Stress and Addictions,” with speaker Denise Hien, vice provost for research at Rutgers University–New Brunswick. Attend the live presentation on Wednesday, April 5, in the Class of ’62 Auditorium( G-9425), Medical Center, or register to attend via Zoom.
David Satcher ’72M (Res), ’95 (Honorary) returns for annual Community Health Improvement Awards
Save the date for this year’s Dr. David Satcher Community Health Improvement Awards, to be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 2, at Helen Wood Hall. David Satcher ’72M (Res), ’95 (Honorary), the founding director and senior advisor at the Satcher Health Leadership Institute at the Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia, is returning as the keynote speaker. Medical Center staff, junior and senior faculty members, and community partners will receive awards for their significant contributions to community health improvement. Register for the hybrid event.
Mindful Practice in Medicine Core Workshop
The “Mindful Practice in Medicine Core Workshop: Find Joy and Resilience, and Enhance Quality of Care” was developed by physicians to help medical practitioners and educators respond to the erosion of joy in their work. It provides an experiential and interactive learning environment. The workshop takes place virtually from May 10 to 13; learn more and register online. Discounted registration fees end on April 26.
Many popular musicians have entertained audiences at Rochester over the years—and there were some big names appearing in April, including Simon and Garfunkel (1968); Peter, Paul, and Mary (1969); Janis Joplin (1969); Bruce Springsteen (1976); REM (1983), The Ramones (1986); and Phish (1991). Read more about some of the musical giants who have played at the University over the years.
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