Members of the University community are invited to the next strategic plan discussion forum on Friday. Learn more and register below in the Be Boundless section.
Also in today’s issue:
Ravi Shankar has been named interim vice provost for global engagement
The recipients of this year’s President’s Staff Awards
Vigil, concert mark the anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks
Ravi Shankar, assistant vice provost for international services and support, has been named interim vice provost for global engagement. He will assume the interim role in late October when Jane Gatewood steps down for a position at Emory University.
Shankar joined the University in 2019, contributing to his over 30 years of experience in international education. Before coming to Rochester, he served as the director of the Office of International Student and Scholar Services at Northwestern University. Shankar has served in several leadership roles with NAFSA: Association of International Educators, including as the president and chair of the board from January 2019–December 2020. He is currently serving on the Public Policy Committee of the Association of International Education Administration.
“Ravi Shankar is an exemplary colleague and a well-respected leader in the field of international education,” says Interim Provost Nicole Sampson. “I am grateful to him for accepting this important interim position and for his expert guidance as we continue to grow our global reputation and serve the needs of our international students.”
The annual President’s Staff Awards recognize employees whose innovative leadership, dedication, and sustained contributions have positively impacted the University and the community. Learn more about the 2024 winners, who were honored in June.
Meet Quchee Collins, associate vice president of public safety and chief public safety officer
On Friday, September 13, from noon to 1 p.m., Joe Testani, deputy to the president, will provide a broad, virtual overview of Boundless Possibility, the University’s 2030 strategic plan, and cover some of the progress that has been made to date. In addition to sharing details about the plan and where the University is now, there will be time reserved for questions. Register to attend.
The 17th annual E-Cycle Day event will be held on Friday, October 18, from 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in parking lot Zone 3 South. Students, staff, faculty, and alumni are invited to bring personal computers, monitors, printers, scanners, TVs, and more to be securely recycled. Review the full list of acceptable items, find more details, and share the event flyer to help spread the word.
Workshop on successfully navigating relationships as a GTA
This workshop is for any graduate student or postdoctoral fellow at the University. Learn how to navigate different power dynamics and relationships both in and out of the classroom. Register here to attend on Thursday, September 12, from 1 to 2 p.m. via Zoom.
Warner School virtual information session for international applicants
Join a Warner School of Education and Human Development virtual information session for international applicants from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 18, to explore the variety of graduate program offerings, including 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. Contact Warner’s admissions office with questions. Learn more and register to attend.
Graduate Wellness Fair
The Health Promotion Office invites all graduate students to the Graduate Student Wellness Fair on Thursday, September 19, between 4 and 5:30 p.m. Discover wellness supports on and off campus, engage in interactive activities like virtual reality mindfulness, and meet some adorable therapy dogs. Enjoy free coffee, snacks, swag, and a chance to win giveaways. Find more information and register.
With Well-U’s fall campaign, Walktober, you can join in for fun or take on the challenge. Stay consistent throughout October, work to top the leaderboard, and you will be entered into a weekly drawing with even more chances to win. View a Walktober preview, get the details, register starting September 16, and get moving.
Experience mindfulness-based stress reduction
Beginning on Tuesday, September 17, at 7 p.m., start practicing living mindfully and being a witness to your human experience. Well-U offers weekly learning and practice sessions leading to an all-day silent retreat on Saturday, October 26. Spots are limited; register now.
Annual ‘Asthma, Allergy, and Pulmonary Update’ conference
The Medical Center’s 28th annual Mary Parkes Center Asthma, Allergy, and Pulmonary Update is a one-day educational event that aims to update health care professionals on the latest in asthma management. Attendees will better understand current evidence and guidelines, new COPD treatments, environmental health impacts, and using respiratory assist devices. The event takes place at Casa Larga Vineyards on Thursday, November 14. Learn more and register here to attend.
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 from 8:45 to 11:15 a.m. on the Eastman Quadrangle. 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), were among the nearly 3,000 people who died during the attacks.
Additionally, the Eastman Horn Choir will present a remembrance concert at 11:30 a.m. in Kilbourn Hall, Eastman School of Music, and via live stream.
Barkha Dance Company performances
The Barkha Dance Company, led by dancer and artistic director Barkha Patel, will present two performances during the Rochester Fringe Festival today, September 11, and Thursday, 12, at 7 p.m. in the Sloan Performing Arts Center. Tickets are free with a University ID. Find more information here.
Research talk on steering diffusion models for next-gen AI
Join the Goergen Institute for Data Science for “Steering Diffusion Models for Next-Gen AI,” a research talk with Morteza Mardani, a senior research staff member with NVIDIA Research. The talk will be held on Friday, September 13, from 2 to 3 p.m. in Wegmans Hall, Room 1400, or on Zoom.
Meliora Weekend is less than a month away
Made up of family weekend, alumni weekend, and reunions—plus homecoming—the four-day celebration offers more than 150 events, lectures, and performances across the University community for alumni, students, families, friends, faculty, and staff. Plus, the popular Meliora Village offers local food and craft beverages, games, and fun for everyone. Register today.
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