University bestows three honorary degrees during Meliora Weekend
The University recognized the outstanding contributions of three distinguished individuals during Meliora Weekend: musicians Chick Corea and Steve Gadd ’68E, and Hugo F. Sonnenschein ’61, one of the nation’s most distinguished academic leaders.
Message from the Board of Trustees Special Committee
Further statement from the Trustee Special Committee on scope and process of the independent investigation and announcing the additions of faculty member and graduate student to the Committee.
Message from President Seligman on alumnus Richard Thaler winning the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences
“Richard has been a leader in this transformation of how we think about economics and human behavior; his work has been deeply influential.”
Message from the Special Committee of the University of Rochester Board of Trustees
Today, the Special Committee overseeing the independent investigation into allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation at the University of Rochester announced a series of measures intended to confirm the rigor, fairness and transparency of the investigative process.
Message from the University of Rochester Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees has appointed a Special Committee to oversee an independent, comprehensive investigation into all matters involving the EEOC Complaint.
Governor Cuomo announces support for University-led data science consortium
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo yesterday announced $20 million in state support for the creation of a Rochester Data Science Consortium at the University of Rochester, with Harris Corporation as the consortium’s first partner.
President Seligman announces independent review of harassment policy
President and CEO Joel Seligman has outlined several steps the University will take to review the institution’s policies on sexual harassment and misconduct and to address claims of retaliation when complaints are made against the University. Seligman made the announcement on Tuesday, September 12, as part of a public Town Hall meeting attended by more than 500 students, faculty, and other members of the University community.
University statement on EEOC matter
University’s statement on Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) complaint, which media organizations have recently reported on.
Never forget: Remembering September 11
Among the nearly 3,000 people who died during the attacks on 9/11 were six Rochester 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.
University offers gender-inclusive housing option for upper-class students
Upper-class students can now choose to live in a double room with someone of a different gender or gender expression. The new policy is aimed at fostering a residential experience that is welcoming and supportive of all gender identities.