Nathan Smith named inaugural associate dean for research mentorship

Nathan Smith, an associate professor of neuroscience, has been named the inaugural associate dean for equity and inclusion in research and research education at the School of Medicine and Dentistry effective November 1.

‘Strat chat’ with John Blackshear

Today, November 8, from noon to 1 p.m., Joe Testani, the deputy to the president, will have a Zoom conversation with John Blackshear, the vice president for student life. The talk will cover how Blackshear has approached this new position at Rochester and how his work is making progress against the student goals of Boundless Possibility, the University’s 2030 strategic plan. Register to attend.

Careers in Design and Creative Fields alumni panel

On November 12 from 7:30 to 9 p.m., the Greene Center is hosting a “Careers in Design and Creative Fields” panel event in Dewey Hall, Room 2162. Wenbo Guo ’20, Kristi Gaylord ’03, and Matthew Burg ’18 will share their personal journies and advice for how you can succeed in creative and adjacent industries. Register to attend via Handshake. Students who attend will be entered into a giveaway to win a digital business card or a leatherette portfolio.

Interfaith Chapel survey for graduate students

The Interfaith Chapel is conducting a survey about religious and spiritual life at the University specifically for graduate students at all schools. Take the survey here through November 15. The survey will help to better serve graduate students by meeting their particular needs with programming and support.

Health Care Data Visualization and Analytics course, information session

Designed for patient care providers and non-clinical staff, Simon Business School and the Medicine Quality Institute are partnering to offer a Health Care Data Visualization and Analytics course. Find key details and topics covered here. The course also serves as a pathway for those considering advanced studies and credit from the course will transfer to Simon’s MS in Medical Management program.

The course qualifies for University tuition benefits and is offered in a high-flex modality where you attend in person or via Zoom. Register for the course now, or learn more during an upcoming webinar, Transforming Healthcare Through Data, from noon to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19.

Phelps Colloquium lecture on advancements in ophthalmic optics

At the next lecture in the Phelps Colloquium Series, Susana Marcos, the Nicholas George Endowed Professor in Optics and the David R. Williams Director of the Center for Visual Science, will explore the latest advances in ophthalmic optics and envision the future of eye diagnostics and correction technologies. Learn more and register to attend on Wednesday, November 20, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in Evarts Lounge, School of Nursing.

Discounted meal subscription through Well-U

Employees can access a 20 percent discount on weekly healthy meals through Effortlessly Healthy. Pick up meals on Tuesdays and Fridays from 4 to 6 p.m. in front of Sarah Flaum Atrium or from the Effortlessly Healthy store.

Purchasing blog on holiday season ordering and shipping

As the holiday season approaches, visit the purchasing blog for information about ordering University calendars and holiday cards, and learn about some shipping guidelines for the upcoming season.

NSF Center for Matter at Atomic Pressures seminar

Join the NSF Center for Matter at Atomic Pressures for the seminar “Single-Shot Femtosecond X-Ray Measurements of the Temperature of Laser-Shocked Copper” with Justin Wark, the principal director of the Oxford Centre for High Energy Density Science at the University of Oxford. The seminar takes place from 4 to 5 p.m. today, November 8, in person at the Coliseum at Laboratory for Laser Energetics or via Zoom. Email Lori Morgan with questions or if you are a University employee who is not a US citizen and plans to attend in person.

Schyve Center Dignity Series conversation on Black guilt and Black dignity

In this conversation, Vincent Lloyd, a theologian and author, and Joshua Dubler, an associate professor of religion at Rochester, explore the moral framework of anti-Black racism and criminalization. The event takes place Monday, November 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Humanities Center, Conference Room D, and is part of the Dignity series from the Humanities Center and the Paul M. Schyve, MD Center for Bioethics.

Register for the Veterans Day Run

Walk, jog, or run to complete the 3.1 miles virtually anytime through November 12, or attend the 5K run in person, starting at Fauver Stadium on the River Campus, on November 12 at 6 a.m. Presented by the University’s NROTC units and Veterans Alliance.

LiDA colloquium on using AI in schools and universities

A year after first discussing the implications related to decisions about genAI in schools and universities, this session discusses the implications of these decisions for how GenAI may impact an institution and possible next steps. Join this Learning in the Digital Age colloquium via Zoom on Tuesday, November 12, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Register here.

Grand rounds webinar on the impact of Mt. Hope Family Center

Attend a public health grand rounds webinar on Friday, November 15, at noon, from Jennie Noll, director of Mt. Hope Family Center on the center’s impact on families and children at risk for child abuse and neglect. Register to attend via Zoom. Email Carolyn Settle with questions.

Baby Love program helps families in need

Help hardworking and under-resourced parents this holiday season by providing them with gift cards so they can shop for toys, activities, books, and other gifts on their own, while still affording household essentials such as diapers, cleaning supplies, and groceries for wholesome family meals during the holidays. All gift cards must be received by noon on Friday, December 6. Deliver unwrapped items to the Friends of Strong Office (Room 1-1230) Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Read more about the Baby Love program, now also partnering with Building Healthy Children.

Pickleball league

A new pickleball league is starting through the Fitness Center in College Town. The season will run for four weeks. Find more information and complete the registration form here.