Hormone combination improved strength and function in FSHD patients

New research led by Chad Heatwole, a professor of neurology and director of the Center for Health and Technology, has demonstrated that a combined regimen of growth hormone and testosterone is safe, well-tolerated, and is associated with meaningful improvements in muscle mass, strength, and mobility for men living with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy. Explore the research here.

Order safer sex supplies

Stock up on free safer sex supplies with an anonymous order through Safe Sex Express, a program created by students on the UR Student Health Advisory Committee. Have supplies delivered directly to your campus mailbox. Orders typically take 5–7 business days to arrive.

Workshop on flipping the classroom to engage students

The Teaching Center’s Instructor Spotlight is Andrew Berger, a professor of optics and of biomedical engineering, who will offer a virtual workshop on Friday, September 12, from noon to 1 p.m. Open to all University instructors, this one-hour Teaching Center Zoom workshop provides an overview of best-practices and practical guidance for flipping the classroom to increase student engagement, and examples of how flipped classrooms are being used effectively at Rochester. Register to attend.

EAP Supervisor Series session on workplace conflict

Join Well-U and UR Medicine EAP on Wednesday, September 17, from noon to 1 p.m. for this supervisor training on workplace conflict. Supervisors will learn how to assess their conflict management style and explore the value of defining the problem before intervening. Search “EAP Supervisor Series” in MyPath to register.

Learn about retirement planning tool MMA Prosper Wise

The University now offers MMA Prosper Wise, a new retirement planning tool that expands financial planning resources available through the University retirement program. MMA Prosper Wise provides access to educational resources to help you reach your financial goals in retirement, a custom website with retirement planning tools, and the ability to meet one-on-one with a financial coach. Learn more here and use the access code URRetirement. Start typing the code, and then select it from the drop-down menu when signing up for the first time.

Annual vigil, events mark September 11 anniversary

Rochester’s NROTC unit will hold its annual vigil marking the anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, today, September 10, from 8:45 to 11:15 a.m. on the Eastman Quadrangle. Read about Rochester alumni Brendan Dolan ’86, Jeremy Glick ’93, Aram Iskendarian ’82, Joan Hoadley Peterson ’69N, Jeffrey Smith ’87, ’88S (MBA), and Zhe (Zack) Zeng ’95, ’98S (MBA), who were among the nearly 3,000 people who died during the attacks.

On Thursday, September 11, members of the University community can join the annual battalion run, which starts at 6:15 a.m. at Fauver Stadium and is about 2.6 miles in length. Advance registration by email is encouraged but not required. You can also attend remembrance concerts from the Eastman School of Music horn choir at 11 a.m. in Kilbourn Hall, Eastman Theatre, and from the Hopeman Memorial Carillon at 4:40 p.m. on the Eastman Quadrangle. These events are free and open to the public.

Reading group for Janet Heidinger Kafka Prize winner

The Janet Heidinger Kafka Prize committee is hosting a reading group for this year’s winning book, Poor Deer by Claire Oshetsky, in advance of their campus visit on September 20 at 3 p.m. for a reading and reception during Meliora Weekend.

The reading group meets on September 11 and 18 from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Writing, Speaking, and Argument Center (G121A), Rush Rhees Library, with an author meeting on September 19. The event is open to staff, faculty, students, and community members. You do not need to attend each meeting. A free copy of the book is available to the first 25 registrants; snacks are provided during meetings. Register here via email.

Play board games in Carlson Library

Join River Campus Libraries’ Towers and Tabletops in Carlson Library on Tuesday, September 16, from 2 to 5 p.m. for board games, coloring, and Rochester’s own version of Monopoly. Students, staff, and faculty are invited to attend. Find details here.

Diversifying research funding panel on the DOD and DOE

Learn from a panel of experts about their experience with the Department of Defense and Department of Energy, from meeting with program managers and attending proposer days to creating and submitting a white paper. This event is hosted by the School of Arts & Sciences and Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences Office of the Dean for Research on Thursday, September 25, at 4 p.m. in the Feldman Ballroom, Douglass Commons. Reception to follow. RSVP is required via email.

Eastman leadership development retreat for high school musicians

High school musicians are invited to a one-day retreat on September 27 to develop the skills necessary to engage in the community. The interactive workshops are taught by musicians and educators from the Eastman School of Music. Students are required to register in advance by September 19 for a fee of $25. Local music educators can attend for free along with their students. If cost is prohibitive to a student’s participation, contact the Institute for Music Leadership.

Moderated conversation on antisemitism in higher education

Register now for a conversation with Jewish scholar and researcher Rachel Fish on Monday, September 29, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the Gowen Room, Wilson Commons. Hosted by the Office of University Engagement and Enrichment, this event examines how antisemitism manifests in higher education and in broader public discourse. Participants are invited to engage in open dialogue, ask questions, and deepen their understanding of how antisemitism operates today and what can be done to address it. Open to all University students, faculty, and staff.

Help Rochester score a ‘zero waste’ touchdown at Meliora Weekend

While the Yellowjackets take on St. John Fisher University on September 20, the University will participate in the GameDay Football Zero Waste Touchdown Challenge, a nationwide competition among colleges and universities to reduce waste generated at home games. Compost, recycling, and waste data from the event will be tracked and submitted to the competition. Volunteers are needed and will receive free food, a T-shirt, and a small gift. Find out more details and sign up to volunteer.

Recycle electronics at E-Cycle Day

All members of the University community are encouraged to drop off old, broken, or unwanted electronic items from home to be securely recycled at the Sustainability Office’s 18th annual E-Cycle Day, happening on Friday, October 10, from 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Alumni and Advancement Center parking lot, 300 E. River Road. Check out the full list of acceptable items from the event’s recycling partner, Sunnking. Please note that departmental equipment is not accepted at this event, but can be collected through the IT Equipment Recovery Program.