University flags on the Eastman Quadrangle and near the entrance of Strong Memorial Hospital’s Emergency Department will be lowered on Tuesday, December 17, for Leon Wheeless Jr., a professor emeritus in the Departments of Urology and Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, who died on April 12. Wheeless Jr. joined the University faculty in 1971.
Ray Dorsey, the David M. Levy Professor of Neurology, said the trichloroethylene (TCE) ban will “end a century of it causing cancer.” Dorsey, who has also researched the strong links between TCE exposure and Parkinson’s disease, said the action will reduce cancers, stillbirths, congenital heart disease, and Parkinson’s disease. But he noted the ban will do little to address the contamination already in the environment.
Take a break from studying to check out Wilson Commons Student Activities’ Study Support events, December 10–12. Visit Hirst Lounge in Wilson Commons today from 2 to 4 p.m. for DIY Destress Kits. Also in Hirst Lounge, get some love with Dog Therapy on Wednesday, December 11, from 2 to 4 p.m. On Thursday, December 12, a triple header will start with the Study Support and Food Pantry collaboration Overnight Oats in Hirst Lounge from 2 to 4 p.m. Then move to the Community Kitchen from 3 to 5 p.m. for Mugs in Doug with Team Green. Finish the night with a Sweet Treat from 6 to 8 p.m. in Hirst Lounge.
Destress Fest tonight
Join the Health Promotion Office in the Welles-Brown Room for a Destress Fest today, December 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. Find winter-themed crafts, relaxing music, and hot chocolate available. There will also be stress-relieving handouts like stress balls and lavender sachets.
Late Night Breakfast
Studying for the end of the semester can be stressful. Take a break and enjoy a free breakfast served by University staff members. There’ll be plenty of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available. Attend today from 9 to 11:55 p.m. in the Feldman Ballroom.
Undergraduate drop-in math tutoring
The Learning Center tutors offer drop-in tutoring sessions for select math courses during the reading period. The Math 140 series and Math 150 will be held on Wednesday, December 11, from 4 to 7 p.m. The Math 160 series and Math 200 will be held on Thursday, December 12, from 4 to 7 p.m. Both sessions take place in the Learning Center suite, Dewey Hall, Room 1-154.
JobLink is temporarily unavailable on the employer side this week as the Student Employment Office gets ready for the transition to myURHR. Hiring will resume on Monday, December 16. Reach out to seo@rochester.edu with questions.
EAP Supervisor Series: Workplace wellness during crisis
Join Well-U and UR Medicine EAP for this new Supervisor Series training on Wednesday, December 11, from noon to 1 p.m. Supervisors will learn concrete ways to promote team and individual recovery during times of unprecedented change and stress and identify opportunities to improve recovery from stress and trauma. Register here.
Large Course Instructor Group
Courses enrolling more than 60 students offer unique instructional opportunities. This group will meet in person six times for 90 minutes to explore evidence-based teaching practices, share ideas and resources, and discuss strategies for active learning. It is open to instructors teaching courses enrolling students in the School of Arts & Sciences or Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences. Register here to attend.
Rochester Knighthawks discounted tickets
The Rochester Knighthawks are offering all University faculty, staff, retirees, and their families the chance to purchase discounted tickets for the 2024–25 season, subject to availability. Tickets can be purchased online using the promo code “UR”. You can find more information on theEmployee Discounts website.
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