Meliora Weekend Update: Comedy with Nasim Pedrad Nasim Pedrad, best known for her work on Saturday Night Live, will provide the laughs during an interactive comedy show Saturday night, October 6, during Meliora Weekend. Having joined SNL in 2009, Pedrad was a cast member for five years. Her recent television credits include appearances on the FOX series New Girl, TBS’s People of Earth, and the 2017 return of HBO’s comedy Curb Your Enthusiasm. Visit the Meliora Weekend website for more information on Pedrad, the other headliners, and the variety of activities that will take place during the weekend. Registration opens July 25.
Congratulations Class of 2018 More than 3,000 members of the Class of 2018 recently received their degrees. At University commencement ceremonies, President Richard Feldman told them, “This University has provided some of the finest scholarship, finest teaching, greatest health care centers, and the most outstanding science the world has ever known. And you are now prepared to be part of the next chapter.” Visit the Commencement website for photos from all of the schools, videos, and more. If you are new graduate, visit Beyond the Genesee, an online guide to post-student life. Submit your own advice here. Video Spotlight: Liar, Liar Can you tell when someone is lying to you? With data science, maybe you can. Watch the video » • The University issues a new “Vision and Values” statement.
• Commission on Women and Gender Equity’s new report details key findings and recommendations.
Your Rochester ConnectionsSave the Date for George Eastman’s Birthday! Next month, join fellow alumni and friends across the globe to celebrate the birthday of the University's most generous benefactor, George Eastman, and welcome the class of 2018 to the alumni community. Find the celebration closest to you at rochester.edu/alumni/cheersgeorge. Looking for career guidance and insights? Join the Office of Alumni Relations on the second Wednesday of every month for Career Conversations, a new webinar series featuring the expertise and advice of talented alumni career coaches. No matter what industry or career stage you are in, these interactive sessions will provide you with the tools you need. Our coaches will cover a variety of topics, including how to leverage your experience with hiring managers, develop more confidence, and present as a polished professional. Learn more and register here. Discovery, innovation, creativity, and healing continue throughout the year here. Summer is an especially critical time for the University—it’s when leaders shape budgets for new projects and programs that support students, faculty, patients, and the community. Make a gift by June 30 to any area of the University and its Medical Center and you will make a difference that will last well into the future. Make a gift » In the last few weeks, hundreds of graduates have started connecting with University of Rochester’s alumni-specific social media accounts. Help us welcome them to the Rochester alumni family. Make sure you are following us on Facebook and at @uofralumni on Instagram. |
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