
Mercedes Ramírez Fernández to step down in August
Ramírez Fernández has served as the University’s first vice president for equity and inclusion and chief diversity officer since 2019.

National award highlights University’s continued commitment to diversity
For the second year in a row, Rochester has been recognized for its efforts to support equity and inclusivity across campus.

Norma Holland named director of public relations in Office of Equity and Inclusion
Former Rochester reporter and TV anchor will support the vision for a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment at the School of Medicine and Dentistry.

University recognized for commitment to diversity and inclusion
National award honors the University’s efforts to weave diversity and inclusion “into the work being done every day” across campus.
The University of Rochester has received the 2020 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education.