A new study from a team of researchers, including Judith Smetana, a professor of psychology, concludes that the way teenagers receive their parents’ warnings depends less on the message itself and more on whether they see their parents as genuinely living up to their own purported values. Explore the research.
Sign up for free and confidential STI testing on September 29, provided by Trillium Health and the Health Promotion Office. Appointments are limited and open to all students.
Unlock your academic potential with TLC tutoring
Need support with an undergraduate course? TLC Tutoring takes place by appointment in Genesee Hall, Room 230, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Peer tutors will help you apply concepts from class, clarify assignments, and review practice problems. Visit the Learning Center website for details and schedule your session today.
Higher Education Teaching Citation Program
This Teaching Center program gives graduate students and postdoctoral fellows the opportunity to earn documentation of completion or a transcript citation through completion of a structured self-study professional development opportunity about teaching. All University graduate students and postdoctoral fellows are invited to participate. Learn more and register here.
Begin your MS analytics degree at Simon in January
Are you graduating with your undergraduate degree in December? Simon Business School’s MS analytics programs now offer a spring 2026 start. This opportunity is available for candidates interested in the MS in AI in business, MS in business analytics, and MS in marketing analytics programs who apply by November 1. As a Rochester alumnus, you will receive a $90 application fee waiver and a guaranteed $15,000 in scholarships if admitted. Attend a webinar on Wednesday, September 17, at 9 a.m., covering how Simon helps you build skills with an innovative curriculum, gain experience, and launch your career faster.
Apply for the Emergency Department Research Associate Program’s spring internship
Undergraduate students of all years and majors can apply for the Emergency Department Research Associate Program’s spring 2026 internship. Structured as a four-credit course through the Department of Public Health, the internship combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience in the emergency department to develop competencies in the mechanics of clinical research, including topics on research design, human subjects protection, and informed consent. The application deadline is Monday, October 6, at 4 p.m. Contact Kyle Sullivan via email or (585) 275-1173 with questions.
Sign up now to experience the joy of moving outdoors in Well-U’s fall wellness challenge. Fill your Walktober tree with red, orange, or gold leaves by reaching daily goals, invite coworkers to join you for support or friendly competition, and view vivid fall images from around the world as you reach milestones. Check out a preview, read the details, and get walking on Wednesday, October 1.
2026 childcare subsidy reminder
To qualify for the childcare subsidy program for the 2026 calendar year, submit your application and supporting documents no later than Monday, September 22. Learn more and apply now. Contact familycare@rochester.edu with questions.
Faculty, staff, and students are invited to a special early check-in event for Meliora Weekend on Wednesday, September 17, from noon to 6 p.m. in Hirst Lounge, Wilson Commons. Pick up your registration materials, get your questions answered, and grab some free snacks. And, don’t forget to register for the community-wide “For Ever Better: A Campaign Celebration” on Friday, September 19.
National Healthcare Environmental Services and Housekeeping Week
National Healthcare Environmental Services and Housekeeping Week is September 14–20. University faculty and staff are encouraged to thank their area Environmental Services staff for performing their critical role each day, at all University, Medical Center, and UR Medicine facilities. Participating Environmental Services departments will celebrate staff contributions and efforts throughout the week.
On this day in 1925, the School of Nursing welcomed its very first class of diploma students, pictured above. Under the pioneering leadership of Helen Wood, the school debuted a rigorous and forward-thinking program as part of the University and Medical Center. Marking a significant shift from traditional hospital-based training, this innovative approach was among the first in the nation to embed nursing education within a university setting. Wood’s vision for integrating classroom learning, clinical practice, and research established a foundation that would propel the School of Nursing and the Medical Center to national prominence in nursing education and healthcare leadership.
Last week, Strong Memorial Hospital team members signed the final steel beam for the historic Strong Expansion Project, which will nearly triple the size of the emergency department. Find photos on the UR Medicine Facebook page and read more about the expansion project.
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