Mary Ann Mavrinac new president of the Association of Research Libraries
The University’s vice provost and Andrew H. and Janet Dayton Neilly Dean of University Libraries has started her term as the new president national association representing 125 leading research libraries in the United States and Canada.
Robert McCrory Retires from LLE: ‘End of an Era’
Professor Robert L. McCrory, a physicist and scientific leader who has shepherded the University of Rochester’s Laboratory for Laser Energetics to international prominence during the past 35 years, will retire from the directorship on October 1.
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.
Strategic planning update from Provost Rob Clark
The University is launching the web portal detailing the 2018–2025 strategic planning process, describing the working groups that will address the plan’s broader goals, and encouraging input and ideas from the University community.
Gift from Alan ’66 and Jane Batkin establishes professorship in Jewish studies
In recognition of her scholarship and teaching acumen, Nora Rubel has been named the inaugural holder of the Jane and Alan Batkin Endowed Professorship in Jewish Studies.
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.
Alumni gift strengthens athletics and data science
In recognition of a gift from University trustee Stephen Biggar ’92 and his wife, Elisabeth Asaro-Biggar ’92—both former varsity soccer players— the entryway to Genesee Hall and the Boehning Varsity House will be named the Big “R” Atrium.
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.