University flags on the Eastman Quadrangle and near the entrance of Strong Memorial Hospital’s Emergency Department will be lowered on Tuesday, May 7, for Suzanne O’Brien ’59,longtime director of the College Center for Advising Services who served as associate dean of the College before she retired, who died on February 16. O’Brien joined the University staff in 1961. There is also a celebration of life being planned in May.
‘Cafe GTA’ mixer for graduate student teaching assistants
Open to all graduate student teaching assistants in the School of Arts & Sciences and the Hajim School of Engineering, “GTA Café” offers opportunities to develop skills and knowledge relevant to being a graduate TA, share experiences and insights, and meet other graduate students. Drop in, grab a slice of pizza, and learn strategies for managing your time and responsibilities effectively. The event takes place today, March 7, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in Douglass Commons, Room 401.
Welcome Week volunteer applications due Monday
Want to help welcome new students to the College in August? The Office of Orientation and New Student Programs is accepting applications from undergraduate students in the School of Arts & Sciences and the Hajim School of Engineering to help staff and set up events throughout fall Welcome Week. Volunteer perks include a free Welcome Week T-shirt, comprehensive training, limited complimentary meals, and early move-in. Learn more on the Orientation and New Student Programs website and apply for the position by Monday, March 11, at 5 p.m.
Yoga for Spring Break
Are you staying on campus for Spring Break and looking for fun ways to stay active? Daily mindful movement classes, including yoga and qigong, will remain available. Please note that classes are temporarily paused from today, March 7, through Sunday, March 10. Classes are free for all Rochester students and R Club members and are held in the Leibner-Cooper Room, Goergen Athletic Center. Find the daily yoga schedule here.
‘BIC-Ture This’ queer art-making: DIY soup cozies
Join the Paul J. Burgett Intercultural Center on Friday, March 22, at 7:30 p.m. to learn how to make your own soup cozies. This art-making event is open to all LGBTQ undergraduate and graduate students. All supplies are provided. Register here by Monday, March 18.
‘How to Be an Antiracist Leader’ workshop series
“How to Be an Antiracist Leader” is distinctive in its combination of the popular work of Ibram X. Kendi and the public leadership work of Hank Rubin. The three-part workshop series focuses on practical and essential principles of antiracism and leadership for aspiring public sector leaders. Attendees must be available for all three sessions on March 22 and April 12 and 14 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Students will have books purchased for them. Register for all three sessions by March 18 on the Medallion Program’s CCC event page. Email courtney.floom@rochester.edu with questions. Sponsored by the Medallion Program, Rochester Center for Collaborative Leadership, Paul J. Burgett Intercultural Center, College Diversity Roundtable, and the Office of Minority Student Affairs.
Off-campus LGBTQ roller derby event
Attend the first sanctioned bout of the season for Rochester’s open-gender adult league roller derby team on Saturday, March 23, with the Paul J. Burgett Intercultural Center. Tickets are free for Rochester LGBTQ undergraduate and graduate students and include admission to the event, pizza, and shuttle transportation to the Main Street Armory. If you drive yourself, there is a fee for parking at the venue. Doors open at 4 p.m. and the match starts at 5 p.m. Shuttles begin at 3:45 p.m. from Rush Rhees Library and the return shuttles begin at the venue at 6:30 p.m. Register here by Tuesday, March 19. You can pick up your tickets after you register from the BIC, 305 Douglass Commons, during posted hours March 18–22.
Nominations for the 15th annual Dr. David Satcher Community Health Improvement Awards are due by noon Monday, March 25, to the Center for Community Health & Prevention. New this year, a team category has been added to the staff, junior faculty, and senior faculty award categories. The awards reflect the mission of the Center for Community Health & Prevention and the Medical Center to develop and expand community-University partnerships that support community-engaged research and interventions that reduce health inequities and improve communities’ health.
Apply for the Equity-Focused Dissemination and Implementation Pilot Award
The Equity-Focused Dissemination and Implementation Pilot awards stimulate early-phase research incorporating health equity-focused dissemination and implementation science (EQ-DI). EQ-DI is the science and practice of effective translation, distribution, and use of evidence-based interventions and policies in real-world settings, explicitly focusing on addressing health inequities. Teams with at least one University faculty member can apply for up to $30,000 to support 11 months of research activities. Apply by Monday, April 1.
Funding for student course development projects
Instructors are invited to apply for funding to work with an undergraduate student this summer to codevelop new course activities, content, or materials for an upcoming course that will enroll students in the School of Arts & Sciences or Hajim School of Engineering. The Teaching Center provides the student’s summer stipend, on-campus housing, and materials budget. Applications are due April 1.
‘Crucial Conversations’ training
Effective communication is essential particularly in challenging situations when addressing emotional or high-stakes topics. Learn to speak up quickly, directly, and effectively when it matters most and be heard—while encouraging others to do the same—by taking advantage of research-based “Crucial Learning” training programs available for University employees.
“Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue” classes teach step-by-step skills to surface the best ideas, make the highest-quality decisions, and then act on your decisions with unity and commitment.
“Crucial Conversations for Accountability” classes build upon learned communication skills to hold others accountable, improve performance, and ensure execution.
Led by certified “Crucial Learning” instructors, a variety of both types of classes are offered to all employees. A two-day bundled class including both classes is also available. More information, as well as registration for upcoming spring dates, is available on the HR website.
UR Medicine EAP blog: Stay in the moment
Does taking one day at a time seem daunting to you? This week’s UR Medicine EAP blog post provides tips to help you stay in the moment. UR Medicine EAP is brought to you by Well U, helping eligible individuals to assess issues and provide short-term counseling and referrals.
The answer to your asthma
In Well-U’s asthma program, discover how to best deal with hazardous environments and how to use your asthma medications for the best outcomes in uncontrollable situations. Contact your asthma coach here.
Ambulatory Float Outpatient Access Representative pool
Did you know the ambulatory team has a float pool of Rochester Outpatient Access Representative employees? Is your ambulatory clinic in need of staffing assistance due to shortages from vacancies or disabilities? The Ambulatory Float OAR pool can help. Requests must be submitted via this form. Float assignments typically 2-3 months and assignments are continuously updated. Email questions about the use of the float pool.
Campus Climate survey on sexual assault and misconduct results available online
In spring 2023, the University participated in the Campus Climate survey on sexual assault and misconduct, administered by Westat in a nearly identical form to prior climate surveys organized by the Association of American Universities. Rochester students studying at all levels and across all schools were encouraged to participate in the survey. The results of the survey help the University understand the prevalence and nature of students’ experiences with sexual and relationship violence, harassment, and other sexual misconduct, as well as students’ knowledge and opinion of the Title IX resources available to them. The University’s survey report and appendices are posted on the University’s Title IX website. Email titleix@rochester.edu with specific questions.
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Day at Rochester Public Library
Wilmot Cancer Institute’s Community Outreach and Engagement team invites the community to stop by the Rochester Central Library, 115 South Avenue, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, March 8, to learn about colorectal cancer and how you can reduce your risk. Attendees can walk through the giant colon exhibit to learn about gut health. A Community Conversations on Cancer panel discussion will take place from noon to 1 p.m. with local colorectal cancer experts. Learn more.
Global Photo Contest judges sought
Faculty, staff, or students who aren’t participating in the contest and are interested in judging the 2024 Global Photo Contest can fill out this form to help judge either the international student or the study abroad contest. Monday, March 18, is the deadline to submit the form to be on the committee.
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