Aram Hezel appointed the John and Ethel Heselden Professor
Hezel’s clinical focus is on treating patients diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancers including those of the pancreas and liver.
Conversing with computer may fight fear of public speaking
Can a computer make you a better public speaker? Researchers from the Rochester Human Computer Interaction group created a project that aims to do just that. T
Rochester’s most quoted alumnus
The words penned by a member of Rochester’s class of 1876 are still recited daily by schoolchildren all around the country. On Flag Day, we remember Francis Julius Bellamy (1855–1931), who has been described as the University’s “most quoted alumnus” for composing “The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag” in 1892.
Eastman Harmonie takes its show on the road—literally
When their tour bus overheated on the German Autobahn, members of the wind octet treated drivers — and Facebook viewers — to an impromptu concert.
Commencement weekend is here
In ceremonies starting today, the University will recognize the achievements of more than 3,000 graduates who have earned bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees across all schools. Share your commencement memories and congratulatory messages for the Class of 2016 at #ur2016.
Commencement history: Winston Churchill addresses Class of 1941 by radio
The University has a proud past of commencement speakers and honorees but the 91st commencement ceremony on June 16, 1941, was particularly noteworthy.
Witmer Awards recognize staff for distinguished service
The Witmer Award for Distinguished Service is given to staff members whose careers have been characterized by outstanding and sustained contributions to the University. President and CEO Joel Seligman and…
Frederick Jefferson to receive Douglass Medal
Frederick Jefferson, professor emeritus at the Warner School of Education, has had a long and distinguished record of leadership at Rochester, pioneering and championing programs that have made the University and…
Patricia Sime reappointed as the C. Jane Davis & C. Robert Davis Distinguished Professor in Pulmonary Medicine
Pulmonary expert Patricia Sime has been jointly reappointed as the C. Jane Davis & C. Robert Davis Distinguished Professor in Pulmonary Medicine and chief of the Division of Pulmonary Diseases…
Charles Lowenstein reappointed as Paul N. Yu Professor in Cardiology
Internationally renowned scientist and clinician Charles Lowenstein has been jointly reappointed as the Paul N. Yu Professor in Cardiology, director of the Aab Cardiovascular Research Institute, and chief of the…