Read this before walking away

Make it a habit to immediately lock your computer screen before you step away, even if for only a moment. Ensure your device is also password protected. Leaving your computer unattended or unprotected allows potential thieves an opportunity to steal confidential information or install malware on your computer. Keep in mind, that even if you’ve set your screen to lock automatically, it still takes a few minutes for the screen to lock, leaving your device exposed. Try keyboard shortcuts for your machine (Windows is Windows key + L and Mac is Command + Control + Q), and check out University IT’s Data Protection web page for more information on safe practices.

Individual travel waiver

Undergraduate students in the School of Arts & Sciences and the Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences must have a completed and approved 2024–25 individual travel waiver to participate in student organization activities more than 50 miles off campus. Eastman School of Music students who participate in these events with students from River Campus must also complete a waiver. Waivers must be submitted each academic year. All Individual Travel Waivers completed by Wednesday, September 11, will be entered into a drawing for one of five limited edition Community Weekend sweatshirts.

‘Paws for Stress Relief’ with therapy dogs

Feeling stressed? Stop by the Goergen Athletic Center and take a study break with therapy dogs today, September 9, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Peer Health Advocates will also be there with giveaways including lavender sachets and stress balls. Brought to you by the UHS Health Promotion Office.

Workshop on how to rock your next conference

Join the Greene Center on Thursday, September 12, at 5 p.m. in the Feldman Ballroom, Douglass Commons, for a mock conference event to help you develop skills for successful participation at industry conferences. After the workshop, you’ll have the chance to put these skills into practice at a networking session with alumni, faculty, and staff. All majors, class years, and degree levels are welcome. Learn more and register here.

Graduate student teaching book club

Open to graduate students and postdoctoral fellows whose primary appointment is in the School of Arts & Sciences or the Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, this informal Teaching Center book club will read and discuss Teaching Matters: A Guide for Graduate Students by Aeron Haynie and Stephanie Spong. The group meets in person from 1 to 2:15 p.m. every other Tuesday.  Register here.

Inclusive Teaching Group starts today

Explore evidence-based teaching practices to create and sustain inclusive learning environments. Participants will engage with online video content provided and meet weekly to discuss how these instructional practices and concepts can be applied specifically within the context of the University. The 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 Monday from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Register here or email Alice Hunt.

Register for ‘Culture of Belonging’ course by September 16

Faculty and staff can learn how to foster a culture of belonging in the classroom and workplace in a nationally recognized micro-credentialed course beginning September 30. The deadline to register for the fall cohort is September 16. This asynchronous eight-week course offers deep dives into four modules:

• Managing the impact of biases
• Reducing microaggressions
• Addressing imposter syndrome and stereotype threat
• Cultivating an inclusive environment

The course is sponsored by the Office of Equity and Inclusion in partnership with the Association of College and University Educators. Seats are limited.

Applications still open for Career Development K-Award

The Clinical and Translational Science Institute is still accepting letters of intent from those wishing to apply for the KL2 Career Development Award, a two-year, mentored research program designed to transition early career researchers to independent clinical and translational scientists. KL2 scholars develop a mentored research project designed to serve as a pilot for an individual K-award (or R-award in exceptional circumstances) application. Letters of intent are due on Monday, September 16.

Group hiking through Well-U

Join Well-U and Max Effort Training for group hikes this month. Upcoming sessions take place on Saturday, September 14, at Irondequoit Bay Park and on Saturday, September 21, at Ellison Park. Find a schedule of all group hiking dates and locations here. Email Well-U with questions.

Explore graduate programs offered at the Warner School

Attend a Warner School of Education and Human Development virtual information session from noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, September 10, to learn more about graduate programs in applied behavior analysis, counseling, educational leadership, education policy, health professions education, higher education, human development, online teaching, program evaluation, and teaching. The Warner School welcomes applications on a rolling basis. Apply any time before November 1 for an entry term as early as spring 2025. Contact Warner’s admissions office with questions. Learn more and register to attend.

Browse local food at YoUR Market on Wednesday

Shop for a variety of edible goods from local businesses at YoUR Market, brought to you by the Fitness Center and Friends of Strong. The market takes place from noon to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, September 11, in the Sarah Flaum Atrium at the Medical Center. Vendors vary each month and include Florida Nut House, Happy Pickle, Zantopia Gardens, JonJohn’s Bakery, Flint’s Maple Farm, Tea-Licious Trendz, and Spice Project. The market’s next date will be October 16.

Eastman’s orchestra season led by renowned conductors

The Eastman School of Music’s 2024–25 orchestra season will feature an array of gifted guest conductors—including returning guests and several alumni. Find details and a schedule here.