International Education Week Speakers Series: ‘Conversations with Women Who Lead’
Doris Gray, of the Hillary Clinton Center for Women’s Empowerment at Al Akhawayn University, and author Monica Sharma, an authority on transformational leadership, will speak on global issues of equity and access to health and education.
Mark Taubman reappointed dean of School of Medicine and Dentistry
Taubman has been appointed to new term as dean of the School of Medicine and Dentistry and will continue his joint responsibilities as University senior vice president for Health Sciences, and CEO of the University of Rochester Medical Center and UR Medicine.
Richard Handler ’83 elected University Board chair
Handler, CEO and director of the Jefferies Financial Group, has served on the Board since 2005 and will begin his term as chair immediately, succeeding Danny Wegman.
University to administer AAU student survey on sexual misconduct in spring 2019
This spring, the University will ask all students to participate in a national climate survey on sexual assault and misconduct, joining 33 national universities in the largest survey of its kind. Students’ responses and input are anonymous.
Laboratory for Laser Energetics to receive highest level of federal funding to date
After a great deal of uncertainty, the final FY 2019 Energy and Water bill that was just passed by the U.S. Congress includes $80 million for the LLE, a $5 million increase over FY 2018.
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.
Four easy steps to take for National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month when everyone is encouraged to take some simple steps to prepare themselves for an emergency or crisis.
Dining Services grows its local foods program through partnership with Harvest Table
Dining Services is now one of a few college and university dining programs nationwide to embrace a fresh, customized “food first” philosophy through a new partnership with Harvest Table Culinary Group.
Student delegation heads to Bangkok for University Scholars Leadership Symposium
The symposium includes several sessions and panels designed to build contemporary leadership skills with a global perspective.
University receives $1 million HECap grant for UHS expansion
The expansion of the University Health Service (UHS) Building on River Campus will add approximately 6,000 square feet of space for UHS services, including expanded access to mental health care, and meeting spaces for health support groups.