Training on the new Leave of Absence and Withdrawal Policy for academic advisors, faculty, program coordinators, or administrators working with students
Mindful Professor Training Program for faculty and course instructors
New University Leave of Absence and Withdrawal Policy training
This training will provide detailed instructions for the newly approved Leave of Absence and Withdrawal Policy across all campuses and schools, effective in the fall 2024 semester. Open to academic advisors, faculty, program coordinators, or administrators working with students who may express the need or want to take a leave of absence or withdraw from the University. Register for one of the training sessions here.
Mindful Professor Training Program
Join the Mindful Professor Training this fall and transform your teaching approach with mindfulness. With over 30 current graduates, the program is based on cutting-edge research and offers teaching faculty and course instructors tools to cultivate calm, presence, and mindful leadership skills. Participants will enhance their well-being and teaching effectiveness and learn strategies to support student academic flourishing and well-being. Held on select Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. beginning on September 4. Open and free to all University student-facing faculty and course instructors. Register now to secure your spot.
Child Care Subsidy applications now accepted
Applications are being accepted through August 26 for the 2025 Child Care Subsidy. The University launched the Child Care Subsidy Program to assist eligible faculty and staff with child care expenses by providing awards of up to $3,600 a year, depending on total household gross income, through the Dependent Care FSA. Please note that if you received the subsidy in 2024 you must reapply for it for 2025. Find more information and frequently asked questions and answers or contact familycare@rochester.edu with questions. You can also join the Office of Total Rewards on Wednesday, August 14, at noon for a webinar to learn more.
BHP blog on managing anxiety related to world events
Critical world events can have you on edge, but the tools you use to manage anxiety and stress can assist you in keeping a healthy perspective. Read the August blog from Behavioral Health Partners for suggestions on how to cope and make decisions based on what is under your control and what is not.
General Pediatrics and Primary Care Fellowship
The Division of General Pediatrics is accepting applications to its Primary Care Research Fellowship, a two-year postdoctoral research fellowship for MD/DOs, PhDs, PsyDs, and others holding doctoral degrees in health professions. Weekly seminars offer instruction on research, health disparities, leadership, education, career development, and scientific writing. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree and be a US citizen. email Maggie_Mazur@urmc.rochester.edu for more information. Find full details here.
Did you know students have the option to begin their studies at Simon Business School before formally applying to the Professional MBA (PMBA) program through a nonmatriculated start? Nonmatriculated students may start in any term during the year and take up to two MBA core classes. Attend PMBA Pathways: Opportunity Through Nonmatriculated Entry on Tuesday, August 13, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. to find out how a Simon degree can help accelerate your career—participants will receive an application fee waiver, a $90 value. If you discover a nonmatriculated start best matches your personal and professional goals, you can register for classes during the event.
4th annual ‘Run and Walk FASD’ 5K and picnic
A partnership between Mt. Hope Family Center and Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, the 3rd annual “Run and Walk FASD” 5K and picnic takes place on Sunday, September 8, at Northampton Park from noon to 3 p.m. The event brings awareness and helps decrease the stigma of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. Learn more and register here.
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