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Start 2022 off with a good book, explore ways to improve your body, mind, and spirit, and make a pledge to learn something new.

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NEWS

Northwestern University dean named provost at Rochester

David Figlio—whose research and academic leadership cuts across economics, education, and social policy—will become Rochester’s chief academic officer in July.

Meet David Figlio

Rheeda Walker, expert on Black mental health, to deliver University’s 2022 MLK address

Rheeda Walker, a professor of psychology and a behavioral scientist at the University of Houston, will deliver the University’s 2022 Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Address. Walker will discuss the mental health challenges facing African Americans and take questions from the audience on Friday, January 21, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. EST.

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Engineering insights: Kevin Klem ’80

With employers like Hughes Aircraft, Raytheon, and Ball Aerospace on his resume, this alumnus now brings his expertise to the role of mentor for the next generation of engineers

Hear his story

Did you know? January is National Mentoring Month, and the next cycle of The Meliora Collective Mentorship Program begins in February. Raise your hand to participate by January 27.

Women’s Network Scholar: Raina Plaisir ’25

For Plaisir, being a Women’s Network Scholar means that she’s gifted the opportunity to do incredible things, to turn her dreams into realities, and to forge her own path.

Hear her story

UNIVERSITY NEWS

UPCOMING EVENTS

January 13: Experience Rochester | Digital Diagnoses: Using Selfies to Detect Parkinson’s Disease
January 14: Performance Enhancement in Sports Rehabilitation
January 19: Stress Less: Exploring the Benefits of Nutrition and Mindfulness
January 21: 2022 Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Address
January 25: Stories from the Boardroom: Experiences of Our Black Leaders

100 concerts to celebrate 100 years

To celebrate Eastman’s Centennial and the anniversary of the official opening of Eastman’s main building to the public in March of 1922, Eastman School of Music is proud to showcase performances from alumni from all over the world, as well as of members of the Eastman and UR community. Submit your performance here or contact eastman100@rochester.edu.

Become a UR Involved volunteer

No one knows how special Rochester is more than you, and no one is better equipped to welcome future generations of Yellowjackets. Among the University’s most trusted ambassadors are UR Involved volunteers, a select group of alumni and parents who play a significant role in the undergraduate admissions process. Applications to join the incoming class are growing each year, and now is the perfect time to become a volunteer and share your perspectives in a rewarding way.

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Ronald Forte stands with his teammates donned in red uniforms

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