University News
Lynda Powell Wins Fenno Prize
The Fenno Prize is awarded annually for the best book in legislative studies, in this case, Lynda Powell’ls The Influence of Campaign Contributions in State Legislatures
EVENT: Rochester Joins in Second Annual Fringe Festival
Around 30 performing groups comprising students and faculty from the College, the Medical Center, and the Eastman School of Music will perform at venues throughout the city.
Six URMC Programs Rank Among Best
URMC is the only hospital in upstate New York with multiple programs that earn Top 50 rankings in US News & World Report’s 2014 Best Hospitals guidebook.
Mt. Hope Family Center Showcased
Deborah Rosen, director, child and family services of Monroe County, will join Maggie Brooks on the tour of the research institute. Monroe County is a major funder of outreach services provided by Center.
Sculpture Proposals Sought
The University is seeking proposals for a permanent outdoor art installation for the northern gateway to its River Campus, to follow the theme of “Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better.”
Toth Honored for Research on Child Abuse
Toth has helped Mt. Hope Family Center achieve national recognition in the treatment of childhood trauma, maternal depression, and attachment disorders.
Chemist Wins Young Scientist Award
The Blavatnik Awards acknowledge the excellence of noteworthy scientists age 42 or younger who work in New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut.
University Recognized for PR Excellence
Rochester’s communications staff was awarded for their promotion of the research, innovations, services, and initiatives that take place on the River Campus and at the Medical Center.
Warner Program Beats ‘Summer Brain Drain’
Horizons at Warner will bring together low-income kindergartners through eighth graders from Rochester public schools for a summer learning experience at River Campus.
Statement on START-UP NY Legislation
President Seligman gives a statement thanking government leaders for their efforts in creating the START-UP NY plan.