H5N1 bird flu safety concerns and how it spreads to humans
A growing number of infections of the H5N1 virus—also known as avian or bird flu—have been found in dairy cattle and farm workers. David Topham, the Marie Curran Wilson and Joseph Chamberlain Wilson Professor in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology and director of the Translational Immunology and Infectious Disease Institute, offers information on the virus and safety concerns.
In today’s issue:
Shop for a variety of edible goods from local businesses at the YoUR Market
Employees can access a free fitness and wellness benefit from Studio Sweat onDemand
The annual CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival continues this week
Electronic parking services briefly unavailable on June 26
On Wednesday, June 26, starting at 9 p.m., the Transportation and Parking Department’s online services will be unavailable for approximately two hours due to a scheduled system upgrade. My Parking Online services and mobile applications will be offline until the upgrade is complete. Call (585) 275-4524 with questions.
Did you know more than a third of mobile device users don’t lock or secure their phones? With much of your personal information stored in portable devices, IT Security notes that it is crucial to add extra security to protect your identity from being stolen if your device is lost or stolen. Today’s smartphones and tablets have different security types—including passcodes, fingerprints, and facial recognition. Find out what features you can use on your devices to gain peace of mind, knowing your information is secure. Visit IT Security’s Mobile Device Security page for more information and tips on securing your mobile device, including what to do if your device is lost or stolen.
There’s still time to take classes this summer. The second Summer Session begins on Monday, July 1, in the School of Arts & Sciences and Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences. Classes run in 4- or 6-week formats, with in-person and online options across several subjects. Find courses and registration instructions on the Summer Session website.
Free fitness and wellness from Studio Sweat onDemand
Claim your free access to Studio Sweat onDemand, a virtual fitness and wellness platform that is part of the University’s wellness benefits. Scenic backgrounds, meditations, and thousands of fitness classes are available live or on-demand. Email Well-U with questions.
Learn about Simon’s MS in Medical Management program on a campus visit
Even if you live or work nearby, a campus visit can help you decide on a business school. Join Simon Business School for an MS in Medical Management campus visit on Saturday, June 29, from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Your visit will include breakfast, a Simon class, and more. Registration closes at noon on Wednesday, June 26.
Visit the new YoUR Market starting in July
Brought to you by the URMC Fitness Center and Friends of Strong, shop for a variety of edible goods from local businesses at the YoUR Market from noon to 3 p.m. in the Sarah Flaum Atrium on Wednesday, July 10, August 14, and September 11. Browse a variety of vendors each week including Florida Nut House, Happy Pickle, Zantopia Gardens, JonJohn’s Bakery, Tail Wagging Treats, Tea-Licious Trendz, Spice Project, and more.
Eastman Community Music School Commencement awards and honors
On Saturday, June 15, Eastman Community Music School held its 89th Commencement and awards ceremony. A series of awards and academic scholarships were given to outstanding and dedicated faculty and students. Isaac Brown, Sophia Chuang, Renata Corrado-Green, Joanna Frank, Meredith Hart, Rebecca Lee, Justine Li-Wu, Meredith Mazur, Tekla Mazur, Charles Rogers, Shreya Sanjay, William Spear, Corban Vogler, Jayden Vogler, Alina Ying, and Maureen Zhang—graduating seniors in the Diploma Program—were also honored.
The University is partnering with the annual CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival, which kicked off last week and runs through June 29. The internationally renowned festival features numerous musicians from the Eastman School of Music community including current students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Find the full festival lineup here.
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