Friday is the Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences annual Design Day. Find details about the event showcasing senior capstone projects below in the For the Community section.
Also in today’s issue:
The deadline for Map Your UR has been extended to May 6
Recent awards and honors for Rochester faculty
Asian Pacific American Heritage Celebration Day at Memorial Art Gallery
Deadline extended: Help make campus better for all
Where do you eat, study, work, and socialize? What routes do you use to travel in between? What do you like or dislike about these experiences? To gather more feedback heading into the master planning process, the University has extended the deadline to May 6 for all faculty, staff, and students to Map Your UR. Help inform future campus improvements by marking and rating the locations that are important to your success at work or school. This activity takes just 10 minutes to complete. Email masterplan@rochester.edu with questions.
Christie Petrenko, a research associate professor at the University’s Mt. Hope Family Center, director of clinical training in the Department of Psychology, and an associate professor of pediatrics, has been recognized with the 2024 Starfish Award, presented at FASD United’s 9th International Research Conference on Adolescents and Adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Do you live on campus? Do you have unwanted stuff in your room you want to get rid of before moving out? Donate your unwanted stuff, give the landfill a break, and avoid unnecessary cleaning fees. “Move-Out Cleanout” runs through May 20 and “Dump and Run” takes place today, May 2, and Tuesday, May 14. Get all the details and start sorting today. These programs are sponsored by University Facilities and Services, Grassroots, and the Office of Residential Life and Housing Services.
Study support events
Take a break from studying to check out study support events sponsored by Wilson Commons Student Activities. Stop by BBQuad today, May 2, from 12:30 to 3 p.m. on Wilson Quad. On Friday, May 3, make a de-stress kit from 2 to 4 p.m. and decorate a cupcake for an evening snack from 7 to 8:30 p.m., both in Hirst Lounge, Wilson Commons. On Saturday, May 4, attend “Game Day” with the Simulation Gaming Association from 2 to 4 p.m. in Hirst Lounge.
Performance evaluations for all University staff were due on Friday, April 19. Managers are strongly encouraged to submit outstanding evaluations by Friday, May 10, in MyPath. The University’s annual Performance Evaluation process serves many important purposes including providing an opportunity for both managers and staff to receive feedback and evaluate progress over the last year, as well as set goals, plan projects, and establish timelines for the year ahead. Additionally, the evaluations provide a record of employee performance and help to foster conversations about growth and career development at the University. Managers should contact their department’s HR Business Partner with any questions.
Commencement will affect River Campus parking
On Friday, May 17, Rochester will hold its University-wide Commencement Ceremony. This will have a significant impact on campus traffic flow and parking.
All River Campus lots will be needed for guest parking, and students and their families will begin arriving around 7 a.m. Given the heavy traffic flow and need for guest parking, departmental supervisors are encouraged to consider alternatives to staff working onsite that day, where operationally possible.
Medical Center employees who park in lots accessed off Crittenden and Kendrick Roads will likely encounter increased traffic that morning and should adjust their travel times accordingly. All Medical Center lots will be open. Medical Center permit holders should park in their assigned lot.
Wellness perks through Well-U
Wherever you are in your wellness journey, Well-U offers many choices and rewards. Take advantage of healthy pre-made dinner discounts, sign up at the YMCA without paying a joining fee, get access to confidential mental health support, and more. Visit Well-U on the HR website to find more well-being opportunities and events.
Update your address in HRMS
Make sure your mailing address is updated within HRMS. Follow the path Main Menu > Self Service > Personal Information > Personal Details so you receive time-sensitive materials as soon as possible. No additional action is needed if your home or mailing address is up to date. If you have accounts with TIAA from different employers, be sure to also contact TIAA directly online or via phone at (800) 410-6497 to update your address.
EAP blog: Anyone can garden
Interested in gardening? This week’s UR Medicine EAP blog explains how gardening can help your emotional wellness. UR Medicine EAP is brought to you by Well-U, helping eligible individuals to assess issues and provide short-term counseling and referrals.
Do you need help writing a data management and sharing plan for the National Institutes of Health or the National Science Foundation? Would you like to know more about reproducibility, sharing data, and the various tools the University offers? Register to attend one or all of the webinars as part of the spring 2024 Data Management and Sharing series. The University Libraries Data Services Team is available to answer questions, provide advice via one-on-one consultations, review data management and sharing plans, and assist with using the UR Research Repository, LabArchives, and Open Scholarship Framework (OSF). More information and contact information are available here. Upcoming webinars include:
The Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences hosts Design Day on Friday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Hajim Quadrangle. Seniors in Hajim School departments and programs, as well as students in data science and the Medical Technology and Innovation master’s degree program, showcase their capstone projects in person.
Findings from faculty research at the East Educational Partnership Organization
On Monday, May 6, at 11 a.m., join the Center for Urban Education Success and Sarah Peyre, dean of the Warner School of Education and Human Development, for an online presentation about research studies conducted with the UR East Educational Partnership Organization. The studies examine topics related to academic performance, belonging, pedagogical innovation, and knowledge production. Students, faculty, and staff can register here.
Try Fitness Center classes for free
From May 6 through 17, University affiliates can take any group exercise classes offered at the Fitness Center in College Town at no charge. Free parking is located directly behind the Fitness Center. Find details on classes here.
Asian Pacific American Heritage Celebration Day at MAG
Join the Memorial Art Gallery for Asian Pacific American Heritage Celebration Day on Sunday, May 19, from noon to 5 p.m. Enjoy free museum admission, community and cultural displays, live performances, music, art, and more. The event’s closing ceremony celebrates the mural from South Asian artist Avinash Kumar in the Hurlbut Gallery, a collaboration between the Dogra Art Foundation and the museum.
The Celebration Series is sponsored by the MAG Council, with additional support from the Robert and Madeleine S. Heilbrunn Memorial Fund.
Cheer on Rochester’s varsity teams at home contests scheduled for this coming week. Events are weather-dependent. Find more information on the Athletics website and social media channels.
Earlier this week, young patients at Golisano Children’s Hospital were visited by some individuals with extraordinary powers. Find photos on the hospital’s Instagram.
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