University actively addressing vehicle vandalism and thefts

The University is embarking upon a multi-point plan to address and deter the vehicle vandalism, break-ins, and thefts that have risen sharply in recent months in parking lots and garages across the University campuses. Additionally, officials are asking everyone who parks on campus for any amount of time to remove personal belongings and valuables from their vehicles.

‘Chemo brain’ is real, but there are ways to ease it

The Washington Post, June 18

In a study of more than 500 breast cancer patients, those who exercised for 150 minutes a week maintained cognitive function similar to a control group of those without cancer, says Michelle Janelsins-Benton, an associate professor at Wilmot Cancer Institute and of surgery, of radiation oncology, and of neuroscience. “Individuals who were physically active at the time of their diagnosis, even if they didn’t maintain that during treatment, had better cognitive maintenance, compared to those that were not physically active prior to treatment.”

Annual ‘Move-Out Cleanout’ donations benefit the Rochester community

The 13th annual “Move-Out Cleanout” student donation program collected over 21,000 pounds of items, with donations benefiting the Rochester community. Read more about the results in this week’s Go Green blog post.

Yoga and lawn games for graduate students

The Graduate Student Wellness Committee is hosting a yoga class and lawn games day on Thursday, June 29, from 3 to 5 p.m. for all graduate students. Come for either or both parts of the program for some mindful movement, social connections, and food. Bring a mat if you plan on attending yoga. The event will be held on the Hajim Quad between Wegmans, Hutchison, and Goergen Halls. Register here today.

HR Intercom highlights CPR training and more

This month’s issue of HR Intercom, a newsletter with information about Human Resources programs and materials, includes information about CPR training, new MyPath learning for leaders, and more.

Well-U seminar on nutrition for a lifetime

As bodies change over time, so do nutrition needs. Join Elizabeth Eisnor, a registered dietitian from Well-U’s lifestyle management team, on Tuesday, June 27, at noon to learn how to navigate changing nutritional requirements to live longer, prevent disease, and maximize energy. Sign up here.

Financial Health Bites: Planning for college

The Office of Total Rewards hosts a webinar on Wednesday, June 28, from noon to 1 p.m. on various strategies for saving and paying for a college education, as well as the latest tips and tricks related to choosing a college. The webinar will be conducted by a representative from MetLife. Register to attend.

Seminars on genesis cell isolation and droplet digital PCR

On Thursday, June 22, learn about biomedical research advances with back-to-back seminars “Genesis Circulating Tumor Cell Technology” and “Droplet Digital PCR (ddPCR) Applications,” hosted by Bio-Rad and the Center for Advanced Research Technologies. The seminars take place from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the Medical Center, Rooms 2-7536 and 2-7544. Learn more.

Talk gives tips to stay active and safe outdoors

Visit the Center for Community Health & Prevention’s Facebook page on Thursday, June 22, any time after 11 a.m. as Sparkle Wells, former health project coordinator for Promote Health. Prevent Cancer., Center for Community Health & Prevention, presents “Stay Active and Safe in the Great Outdoors.” Learn more about the many outdoor activities you can enjoy in the region and ways to stay safe while doing so.