SMD Office of Equity and Inclusion makes temporary move

As of Friday, October 25, the Office of Equity and Inclusion at the School of Medicine and Dentistry will no longer be located at 1.4444. The office will be housed temporarily at the School of Medicine and Dentistry (G-7528) behind the yellow elevators to make way for the Emergency Department Tower expansion project. Staff will be available in the temporary location Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Imagining a world without police

In his new book Beyond Policing, Philip McHarris, an assistant professor of Black studies, presents a reimagined world without police. McHarris’s research delves into the weight of policing on people and communities and makes the case that many routine police reforms often only lead to more police.

What you need to know about two-factor authentication

Information Security recommends enabling two-factor authentication for any app or website that allows it. Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security to your accounts. It requires you to provide not only your password but also a second form of identification, such as a push notification sent to your phone. This makes it much harder for unauthorized users to access your accounts, even if they know your password. Information Security provides guidance on various methods that can be used to perform two-factor authentication. Don’t forget to visit the National Cybersecurity Awareness Month web page for this week’s game and learn how you can win a prize.

‘How Faculty and Alumni Can Guide Your Professional Journey’

Join the David T. Kearns Center for Leadership and Diversity, the Greene Center, and the Office of Alumni Relations and Constituent Engagement’s affinity networks for a collaborative event on Tuesday, October 29, at 5:30 p.m. Connect with faculty and alumni who will share insights, experiences, and strategies to help navigate the transition from campus life to a successful career. Whether you’re exploring potential career paths or seeking mentorship, the event is designed to empower you with the guidance and support you need to thrive professionally. Register here.

Connect with a health care professional

Join the Greene Center on Tuesday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m. and connect with alumni about their various paths in health care, as well as the skills and requirements you may need to be successful in each field. Learn more about the many options in health care and gain some experience networking. Register here to attend.

Learn about funded summer opportunities

Are you interested in securing a paid summer internship or research experience but unsure where to look? Join the Office of Undergraduate Research on Wednesday, October 30, in Wilson Commons to learn about summer opportunities both at and outside of the University. Meet with program representatives tabling in Hirst Lounge from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. and attend an information session next door in the Gowen Room from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. hosted by the Office of Undergraduate Research and the Greene Center. The session includes a Q&A panel of students who have had various summer experiences and tips to share.

Chat with Phia founders Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni

Attend a fireside chat and Q&A with Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni, cofounders of the fashion startup Phia. Phia aims to reshape the fashion industry with a focus on sustainability and responsible innovation, paving the way for a more ethical future. Attend the talk on Wednesday, October 30, from 7 to 8 p.m. in Goergen Hall, Room 101. Pizza and snacks will be provided. Register on CCC or Handshake to attend.

Assistant choreographer wanted for spring theater production

The International Theatre Program is looking for an assistant choreographer to work with acclaimed guest artist choreographer Sean Curran on the spring 2025 production of the musical, Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812. The person will be responsible for working with the choreographer and cast members to develop, rehearse, and maintain the choreography for the show over the rehearsal and performance period. Course credit is available. Contact nigel.maister@rochester.edu for more information.

Faculty development workshop on research administration, policies, and support

New and early-career faculty at the University can register to attend workshops in the Rochester Year One series. Email adele.coelho@rochester.edu with questions or accommodation requests.

• Research Administration, Policies, and Support, Wednesday, October 30, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. via Zoom. Topics include grant administration, research involving human subjects or animals, grant accounting, technology transfer, patents and IP, research security, funding opportunities, core resources, and more.

Spring Mindful Professor training

The Mindful University Project is recruiting faculty and course instructors for the fifth cohort of its Mindful Professor Training Program. Built on cutting-edge research, the program offers participants tools to cultivate calm, be present, lead mindfully, enhance teaching effectiveness, and promote student well-being. Learn more about the program and its benefits. If you are interested in participating, fill out this survey with your availability before October 30.

Solving lower back pain with Well-U

Unlock the answers to your discomfort with Well-U’s condition management program focused on lower back pain. Expert wellness coaches will give you the key to moving well and feeling great. Enroll now.

UR Procurement Marketplace (Jaggaer) upgrade

The UR Procurement Marketplace (Jaggaer) is upgraded three times a year with the next scheduled upgrade occurring the weekend of November 3. The UR Procurement Marketplace will be unavailable for placing catalog requisitions and the transmission of all P2P purchase orders to suppliers from Friday, November 1, at 9 p.m. through the afternoon of Sunday, November 3. The upgrade will have no noticeable end-user impacts. If you have questions or experience any issues, send an email or call (585) 275-2012.

Calming U classes

Step into the oasis of compassion and strength with the Mindful University Project’s Calming U classes. The four-week course is dedicated to heightening your self-awareness and emotional resilience through guided meditation, introspective exercises, and meaningful discussions. Classes are open to all Rochester students, staff, and faculty, but are tailored to students. Register today to save your spot for one of the sessions below:

• Mondays starting October 28 at 2 p.m. via Zoom
• Fridays starting November 1 at 7:15 p.m. in Genesee Hall, Room 309

Student attendees who attend all sessions will receive a giveaway of their choosing: the Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook, a meditation cushion, or a yoga mat.

Film screening as part of series focused on dignity

The Paul M. Schyve, MD Center for Bioethics and the Humanities Center present a screening of Last Flight Home as part of a new series focused on theme of dignity. Attend on Wednesday, November 6, from 5:15 to 8:30 p.m. at the Rochester Academy of Medicine, 1441 East Avenue.

‘The Woman Who Stole Vermeer’ lecture at MAG

Rose Dugdale was born into a life of wealth and privilege in 1940s England and went on to become the only woman in history to pull off a major art heist. Join the Memorial Art Gallery and Anthony Amore, director of security at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and learn more about Dugdale from his book, The Woman Who Stole Vermeer. The event takes place on Thursday, November 7, from 7 to 8 p.m. Find details and ticket information here.

Veterans Day recognition ceremony

Members of the University community are invited to a Veterans Day recognition ceremony on Monday, November 11, in Sarah Flaum Atrium, Medical Center. The annual event honors faculty, staff, and students who have served in the US military. Families of those receiving recognition are also invited to attend. Registration is required.