The University has revised its Policy on Title IX Sex Discrimination, Sex-Based Harassment, and Sex- and Gender-Based Misconduct in response to updated regulations issued by the US Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, which mandate how colleges and universities must respond to reports of sex discrimination under Title IX. You can review the full policy here. The main updates include:
Expanded definitions of sex discrimination and sex-based harassment.
All University employees (who are not confidential employees) are required to notify the Title IX Coordinator when they receive a disclosure of sex discrimination or sex-based harassment. This reporting obligation also applies to student employees who work in Residential Life or are in teaching or advising roles.
The applicable grievance process is determined based on the nature of the allegations and whether the parties are students or employees.
Misconduct addressed in the former Student Sexual Misconduct Policy has been added to the new policy, meaning there is now only one policy applicable to Title IX sex-based harassment by any community member and other categories of sex- and gender-based misconduct involving students.
Warner School welcomes its second cohort of Fulbright teachers from around the world
In August, the Warner School of Education and Human Development welcomed a second cohort of 22 teachers from 14 countries from the Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Program for International Teachers. These educators will engage in research projects, teach in local K–12 schools, and participate in professional development, coursework at the Warner School and cultural exchanges during their time in Rochester. Meet the Fulbright Teachers and learn more about the research projects they’ll be working on this semester.
Come to the Medallion Program workshop “The Vibes are Off: Real World Tips for Conflict Management” on Monday, September 9, from 5 to 6 p.m. in Genesee Hall, Room 325. Learn from Rochester alumni Michael Dymond ’13 and Andrew Cutillo ’13 how they’ve successfully—and not so successfully—worked through differences throughout their respective careers. Learn more and register here.
Practice technical interviewing with alumni
Secure your spot on Saturday, September 14, for a one-on-one technical interview practice session with Rochester alumni. This Greene Center program provides students with an opportunity to engage in mock interviews, receive real-time feedback, and discuss interview strategies with alumni who have successfully navigated technical interviews throughout their careers. Register to participate in the program by noon today, September 6. Learn more and register here.
Free STI testing clinics
Did you know that the most common symptom of a sexually transmitted infection (STI) is no symptom at all? Sign up for an appointment at one of the UHS Health Promotion Office’s free STI testing clinics throughout the semester. These clinics are held on Mondays from 4 to 7 p.m. in partnership with Trillium Health. Open to all undergraduate and graduate students.
University Health Service Primary Care
The goal of University Health Service (UHS) Primary Care is to provide excellent service to help students maintain or improve their health. If you are a full-time student in any of Rochester’s undergraduate or graduate programs, there is no need for an introductory visit. You are already a patient and have been assigned a primary care provider.Visit UHS Primary Care for illness visits, routine check-ups (select availability), management of chronic health conditions, medication management, or referrals. If you have a health care need, call (585) 275-2662 to schedule an appointment.
Research study survey for international students
Are you studying in the US from abroad? Participate in a survey as part of a research study through the Warner School of Education and Human Development. The study aims to understand the adjustment experience and challenges for international students, such as stress due to living and studying in an unfamiliar culture, mental health-related concerns like feelings of isolation, and physical symptoms like trouble sleeping. Participants can win one of 20 $25 Starbucks gift cards. Find more information and take the survey here.
Join other instructors to discuss the implications of generative artificial intelligence (AI) for teaching and learning, and share resources and ideas. Participants will consider how to revise courses in response to generative AI and how and whether to integrate generative AI into student or instructor work. This Teaching Center group is open to instructors who teach a course that enrolls students in the School of Arts & Sciences or Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences and meets in person on Wednesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. Register here.
Join Eastman Community Music School for its annual open house on Saturday, September 7, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Karen Rettner Community Center on the Eastman School of Music campus at 10 Gibbs Street. Talk to different music teachers, try new instruments, and learn about music offerings for students of all ages. Continuing and prospective students alike are welcome.
National Healthcare Environmental Services and Housekeeping Week
National Healthcare Environmental Services and Housekeeping Week takes place September 8–14. The week-long event is an opportunity to show appreciation to the dedicated staff providing a clean and healthy environment at all University, Medical Center, and UR Medicine facilities. Participating Environmental Services departments will celebrate staff contributions and efforts by hosting multiple activities, games, drawings, mealtime events, and service award ceremonies. University faculty and staff are encouraged to thank their area Environmental Services staff for performing their critical role.
PolicyMap database trial, demonstration watch party
The River Campus Libraries is offering a trial of the database PolicyMap, a HIPAA-compliant service that partners cleaned curated data sets with a mapping and analytics platform. These datasets include material from over 150 sources: federal and state agencies, exclusive PolicyMap data, and material from other providers. Data may be downloaded as CSV files and held in perpetuity. The trial lasts until September 30. Access to the service will be through the Database page using your standard login, including off-campus access via Active Directory.
In addition to this trial, the vendor will be hosting a webinar to demonstrate the product on Wednesday, September 11, at 1 p.m. Attend a watch party at the Kessler Forum in the Barbara J. Burger iZone or email Arjay Romanowski for a link to the Teams Chat presentation.
LGBTQ Distinguished Alumni Lecture with Kathy Gerbasi ’71, ’76 (PhD)
The Paul J. Burgettt Intercultural Center welcomes Rochester alumnus Kathy Gerbasi ’71, ’76 (PhD), best known for her years of work with the furry community. Gerbasi will share her story from her days on the Rochester campus, her introduction to the furry community, and her long career researching, learning, and helping others understand the “Furry Fandom.” Hors d’ oeuvres will be provided. This LGBTQ Distinguished Alumni Lecture takes place on Wednesday, September 18, from 7 to 8 p.m. in Feldman Ballroom, Douglass Commons. Register here to attend.
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