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September 20, 2018 | 09:55 am

Remembering scholar John Waters, a ‘proto-digital historian’

John Waters, a professor emeritus of history, died September 14, at the age of 83. He is remember for his inspired teaching, energetic enthusiasm, and trailblazing approach to the history of ordinary folks.

topics: Department of History, John Waters, obituaries, School of Arts and Sciences,
University News
September 17, 2018 | 11:40 am

Kristin Doughty appointed director of the Susan B. Anthony Institute

Kristin Doughty, associate professor of anthropology, has been named director of the Susan B. Anthony Institute for Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies.

topics: announcements, diversity, Kristin Doughty, Susan B. Anthony Institute for Gender Sexuality and Women's Studies,
University News
September 14, 2018 | 12:46 pm

Three University professors to receive Goergen Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching

Hayley Clatterbuck in the Department of Philosophy, John Lambropoulos in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, and Michael Jarvis in the Department of History will be honored at a ceremony on October 18.

topics: awards, Department of History, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Department of Philosophy, Goergen Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Hayley Clatterbuck, John Lambropoulos, Michael Jarvis, School of Arts and Sciences,
University News
September 13, 2018 | 04:31 pm

Economics conference to honor Mark Bils, explore changes in the US economy

At a weekend conference “Dynamics of the US Economy: Challenges Ahead,” economists from four continents will gather at the University to honor the 30-year career of Mark Bils, the Hazel Fyfe Professor in Economics.

topics: awards, Department of Economics, events, Mark Bils, School of Arts and Sciences,
University News
September 10, 2018 | 12:22 pm

Remembering September 11

Among the nearly 3,000 people who died during the attacks were six alumni—three who had just settled in to their offices in the World Trade Center; two who were flying aboard United Flight 93 when it crashed in rural Pennsylvania; and one who rushed to help survivors escaping the crumbling towers.

topics: alumni,
University News
September 7, 2018 | 01:06 pm

Rochester implements restorative practices

In this episode of the Quadcast podcast, experts and scholars in the field of restorative practices talk about their work and what they hope to accomplish through an ongoing initiative at the University of Rochester.

topics: Beth Olivares, Culture of Respect, Kristin Doughty, QuadCast,
University News
September 4, 2018 | 12:20 pm

Gregory Bauer appointed Rajesh Wadhawan Professor

Gregory Bauer, a clinical professor of finance and the associate dean of Simon Business School’s full-time MBA and MS programs, has been appointed as the Rajesh Wadhawan Professor.

topics: announcements, Gregory Bauer, professorships, Simon Business School,