Presidential Stronger as One Diversity Awards celebrated
President Sarah Mangelsdorf honored the recipients of this year’s Presidential Stronger as One Diversity awards at an event on January 25. Those honored include
Marvin Doyley, chair of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering;
The Department of Pediatrics under the leadership of Jill Halterman, Saabirah Campo, Jessica Shand, Caren Gellin, and Thomas Greenwood;
Jahaira Capellan, family nurse practitioner;
Natalie Johnson, patient unit secretary;
Karen Rogers, CEO of EE Pathways;
Mary-Frances Winters ’73, ’82S (MBA), University Trustee
Ezra Tawil, a professor and director of graduate studies in the Department of English, is being remembered as a teacher of substance with a style all his own. Tawil, who had a knack for connecting with students and whose work helped define the “American style” of literature, died on January 23. University flags on Eastman Quadrangle and near the entrance of Strong Memorial Hospital will be lowered for Tawil on February 13.
Student-led efforts can play a vital role, too, says Peter Wyman, a professor of psychiatry, codirector of the Center for Study and Prevention of Suicide, and director of the Network Health and Prevention Program. Peer leaders can be “significant influencers,” he says, in helping friends to avoid risk-taking behaviors, like vaping or drugs, and to embrace coping behaviors, like seeking counseling. The closer a teen is to the peer leader delivering a prevention message or demonstrating a healthy coping behavior, the bigger the impact, Wyman says.
Join the Ain Center for the next “Block-by-Block” workshop series. The hands-on, experiential workshops are designed to help student innovators and entrepreneurs learn more about the tools, resources, approaches, and concepts that could help them with their projects and career paths. “AI Tools: The New and the Next” will be held on Wednesday, February 7, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Computer Studies Building, Room 209. Register online to receive updates. Email aincfe@rochester.edu with questions.
2024–25 First-Year Fellow and D'Lion applications now open
Are you interested in being a part of the first-year team? Want to gain leadership experience? Consider applying to be a First-Year Fellow or a D’Lion for the 2024–25 school year. Fellow applications are due February 10; D’Lion applications are due February 16. Follow the links above to learn more and apply.
Reminder: Share your opinion about the University brand
One of the goals of the Boundless Possibility strategic plan is to elevate the University’s reputation as a leading research institution in the world. But first, we need to assess the current strength of the University of Rochester brand. To do this important work, the University has retained The Harris Poll, a leading national research firm–and students have been invited by email to take a brief online survey about the University’s brand before it closes on February 12. Contact surveys@rochester.edu with questions about the survey.
Supervisor Series: Recognizing stress, depression, and anxiety
Are you a manager or in a supervisory role? Join Well-U and UR Medicine EAP on Wednesday, February 14, at noon to learn about the prevalence of stress, depression, and anxiety in the workplace. Learn what you can do as a manager or supervisor to help a struggling employee. Register here.
CTSI Study Coordinators Organization for Research and Education seminar
The Clinical and Translational Science Institute’s Study Coordinators Organization for Research and Education provides support and regular networking opportunities to University research coordinators, clinical researchers, and staff. Registration is now open for their annual seminar, which will focus on engaging and caring for older adult research participants. Register here to attend on Tuesday, June 4, from8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Helen Wood Hall,1W-304.
Increase your tax refund with the Saver’s Credit
If you made contributions to your TIAA retirement account in 2023, you may qualify for the Saver’s Credit, a federal tax credit of up to $2,000 if married and filing jointly. Unlike a deduction, a credit is a dollar-for-dollar reduction of your federal income tax liability, and this credit can reduce the amount you owe or increase your refund for taxes already paid. Visit the IRS website to learn more.
Utilize your MetLife legal plan
If you enrolled in the MetLife legal plan, you will have access to Intuit Turbo Tax to do your taxes this year. When you log into MetLife Legal, the link for TurboTax is at the top of the page. You will have to register for a MetLife Legal account and create a password to use this benefit.
Members of the Memorial Art Gallery can attend a Valentine’s Day Member Soirée on Thursday, February 8, from 5 to 7 p.m. If you are not currently a member but would like to attend this event, join here today.
Celebrate the third anniversary of the Black Alumni Network
Help honor the University’s Black Alumni Network, a tradition of empowerment, fostering connections, and celebrating the University’s Black community. The event includes discussions with guests Jordan Ealey and Philip McHarris, the Department of Black Studies’ inaugural faculty members. All are welcome to join this virtual celebration on Thursday, February 8, at 6 p.m. Register now.
Seminar: ‘How to Prepare for a Career in AI/Analytics’
The Goergen Institute for Data Science hosts “How to Prepare for a Career in AI/Analytics” with Shrikant Dash ’94 (PhD), a managing partner at Carpe Diem Partners, on Friday, February 9, at 3 p.m. via Zoom.
Highlight a Rochester graduate student
Do you know an exemplary Rochester graduate student? The Graduate Student Appreciation Week planning committee wants to feature them on social media during Graduate Student Appreciation Week, April 8–13. Use this form to submit their contact info and a summary of their contributions to the campus community by Sunday, February 11. Self-nominations are encouraged.
Frederick Douglass Read-A-Thon
In celebration of Black History Month and the 206th birthday of Frederick Douglass, join the David T. Kearns Center for a continuous, out-loud reading by students, faculty, and staff of Frederick Douglass’ book, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass. The event takes place on Wednesday, February 14, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the David T. Kearns Center on the fourth floor of Dewey Hall. Email George McCormick to sign up for 15-minute reading slots. Copies of the text, drinks, and snacks will be provided.
Learn to create 3-D models with Blender
Mary Ann Mavrinac Studio X invites you to spend February 14 with Blender, an open-source 3-D modeling software that has become the industry standard. A workshop on Wednesday, February 14, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., will teach you how to navigate the Blender workspace, tools, and hotkeys. Those who attend the workshop can share a finished rendering with Studio X for a chance to win a prize. Register to attend.
Nominations open until February 16 for ‘The Laurel’
Nominations are now being accepted for “The Laurel,” an award established in 2022 in honor of Laurel Contomanolis on the occasion of her retirement as executive director of Residential Life and Housing Services. The award celebrates the legacy of her 38 years of service to and compassion for students living on campus. The distinction will be presented each April at the Residence Hall Association Banquet to the group or organization whose program best exemplifies Contomanolis’ hallmark traits of inclusion, collaboration creativity, fundamental fairness, and tenacity which contribute to a meaningful on-campus living experience for students at the University. Please note, this can be an informal group. Nominations are due Friday, February 16.
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