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December 3, 2024

Self-care for caregivers

From support groups to stress management strategies, Megan Ayles, a senior social worker with the Memory Care program, offers tips to help caregivers avoid burnout.

In today’s issue:

  • Get tickets for the International Theatre Program’s Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead
  • Learn how to help local families this holiday season through the Baby Love program
  • Find details on the Institute of Optics’ annual Family Night
TODAY’S UPDATES

Zoom AI summary enhancement

Based on feedback received by Information Security from across the University, Zoom alternative hosts and cohosts can now retrieve the Zoom AI meeting summary. Read more about the change.


FOR STUDENTS

Key into Public Service Scholarship information session

The Fellowships Office and Phi Beta Kappa invite undergraduates to an informative session on the Key into Public Service Scholarship. The opportunity is designed for sophomores and juniors who have a strong commitment to public service and maintain a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Join the session on Wednesday, December 4, from 5 to 6 p.m. in Douglass Commons, Room 401. Isabella Rocha, a senior majoring in political science and economics and a recent recipient of the scholarship, will share her insights on the benefits it offers and strategies for a successful application. Refreshments will be served.

Writing retreat for graduate students

The Graduate Writing Project is hosting an in-person writing retreat December 10–12 from noon to 4 p.m. daily. Retreats are designed for graduate students in the School of Arts & Sciences and the Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences working on graduate-level writing such as dissertations, theses, proposals, and publications. The structured writing experience offers guidance, accountability, and community as well as the option to work one-on-one with a writing consultant. Register online and email Liz Tinelli with questions.

LGBTQ nail-painting party and study break

The Paul J. Burgett Intercultural Center is hosting an LGBTQ nail-painting party on Thursday, December 12, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Take a break from studying, build queer community and joy, enjoy some food, and paint your nails. All LGBTQ students are welcome. Food and supplies will be provided. RSVP by Tuesday, December 10. This event is cosponsored by the Protestant Chapel Community.


FOR FACULTY AND STAFF

Heath Bites webinar ‘It’s Not Just Allergies’

Join UR Medicine EAP, Well-U, and Theresa Bingemann, an associate professor of medicine and of pediatrics, on Tuesday, December 10, at noon for a discussion on the impact of allergies on your physical and mental health. Resources will also be provided to help you feel your best. Register here.

Renew you with Well-U

Take advantage of Well-U programs that can help you reach your 2025 goals. Step up your fitness plan, take a moment for self-care, improve your eating habits, and challenge yourself. Your employee wellness program offers support (with a bit of fun) for all health journeys. Visit the Well-U website for more opportunities or email Well-U with questions.


FOR THE COMMUNITY

International Theatre Program production of Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead continues

Attend a performance of the International Theatre Program’s production of Tom Stoppard’s Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, a modern classic about two minor characters in Shakespeare’s Hamlet. The show continues Wednesday, December 4, through Saturday, December 7, at the Smith Theatre in the Sloan Performing Arts Center. Get your tickets.

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.

Award-winning soprano Barbara Hannigan in residence at Eastman

The Eastman School of Music hosts Grammy- and Juno Award-winning soprano Barbara Hannigan for a two-day residency on December 7 and 8 with all public events taking place in Kilbourn Hall.

Visit Simon Business School to learn more about graduate programs

Is business school among your plans for 2025? Check session times here and register for a visit at Simon Business School to learn more about your program of interest and have the opportunity to attend a Simon class, take a campus tour, meet current students, and conduct your admission interview.

  • Saturday, December 7:  Executive MBA and MS in Medical Management (registrations close December 4 at 5 p.m.)
  • Monday, December 9: Full-Time MS and Professional MBA (registrations close December 4 at 5 p.m.)
  • Tuesday, December 10: Full-Time MS and MS in Medical Management (registrations close December 5 at 5 p.m.)
  • Wednesday, December 11: MS in AI in Business, Executive MBA, Full-Time MS, and all MBA (registrations close December 9 at noon)

Institute of Optics Family Night

The Institute of Optics is hosting its annual Family Night on Saturday, December 7, from 4 to 7 p.m. in Goergen Hall. Open to the community and geared toward children, the event will include optics-related games, demonstrations, and snacks. The event is free, but attendees are asked to sign up here. Email dnewman3@ur.rochester.edu with questions.


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