University set to purchase Brooks Crossing Apartments
The University is finalizing the purchase of the Brooks Crossing apartment complex, which it has leased and used for upperclass student housing since 2014.
Fall semester dining services update
Staffing shortages at River Campus dining locations mean necessary operational changes but a continued commitment to quality and service.
MERT evaluation looks at ways to grow, strengthen operations
The Medical Emergency Response Team, a River Campus student organization in place since 1972, has paused its responses to calls while it undergoes evaluation.
Adam Frank receives Carl Sagan Medal for excellence in public communication
The award recognizes the Rochester astrophysicist’s ‘sustained efforts’ to make science and research broadly accessible through on-air commentary, popular books, Netflix documentaries, Marvel movies, and more.
Mark Cavanaugh named associate vice president of Environmental Health & Safety
Cavanaugh has led the EH&S department for nearly 20 years and will take up his new role effective July 1.
Kathleen Gallucci named University vice president and chief human resources officer
Gallucci joined the University in 2016 and will serve in this new role as chief human resources officers effective August 1.
Provost appointments aim to strengthen University roles
Undergraduate education, information technology, and data governance are getting organizational enhancements and new leaders going into the 2021–22 academic year.
University Trustee Sandy Parker remembered for her devotion to Rochester, education
University of Rochester Trustee Sandra (Sandy) Parker—community advocate, philanthropist, and admired business leader—passed away on June 5 at the age of 75.
University of Rochester among first to join White House COVID-19 College Vaccine Challenge
Participants in the challenge commit to taking key actions to help get their campus communities vaccinated.
Wade Norwood to deliver 2021 College Commencement address
Norwood will also receive the Distinguished Alumnus Award from the School of Arts & Sciences.