Two Rochester faculty members named fellows of National Academy of Inventors

Steve Goldman (left), the Dean Zutes Chair in Biology of the Aging Brain in the Department of Neurology and URMC Distinguished Professor of Neurology, and Eby Friedman, a Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, have been elected as fellows of the National Academy of Inventors. This is the highest professional distinction awarded solely to inventors.

@Rochester holiday break

We’re planning to put @Rochester on a brief hiatus at the end of the year. The last issue of 2024 is planned for Friday, December 20, and publication will resume on Monday, January 6.

We will again include a listing of holiday hours for non-clinical offices and services around the University in the Wednesday, December 18, issue of @Rochester; clinical offices should follow their standard policies for holidays. If you have an update you’d like to share, please send details to at-rochester@rochester.edu by noon on Tuesday, December 17, to be included.

Language Center hours during finals week

The Language Center will be open during finals week for open study hours beginning at 11 a.m. on weekdays through December 20. Work on a project, prepare for an exam, or find focused study time in a quiet area.

Have a question about myURHR? Ask Mel

Mel, the University’s new chatbot, is now live and ready to assist you. Ask Mel your myURHR questions anytime—24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Start chatting with Mel today. Additionally, visit the myURHR support page for sample questions, general tips, and key features. You must be on the University network to access Mel or connect via VPN.

Schwartz Performing Arts Fund

The Institute for the Performing Arts announces the launch of the Schwartz Performing Arts Fund, which offers financial support for performing arts projects at the University. The fund is designed to support activities that advance the performing arts and involve students in meaningful ways. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with grants of up to $10,000 available per project, with most grants awarded at a level of $5,000. Applications are welcome from University faculty, both adjunct and full-time, across all departments throughout the academic year. Learn more and apply here.

Meal delivery through Well-U

Employees can access healthy weekly meal subscriptions with 20 percent off through Effortlessly Healthy. Pick up meals on Tuesdays and Fridays from 4 to 6 p.m. in front of the Flaum Atrium, elect home delivery, or pick up from the store. Get started today.

Use backup care from Care.com for the busiest time of year

If your regular care falls through, let backup care be your holiday hero for winter breaks and early releases, after-school care gaps, and caregiver illness or vacations. The University offers eligible faculty and staff access to subsidized backup care through Care.com. Visit the Family Care web page for eligibility criteria and to enroll.

Ship packages at Campus Mail Center in Todd Union

Visit the Campus Mail Center this holiday season to get your packages where they need to go. Choose from domestic and international shipping services through USPS, UPS, and FedEx, and find supplies for purchase, including Forever stamps in seasonal designs. Mail packages as early as possible so they can make their way to their destination promptly. The mail center is located on the lower level of Todd Union. Find more information and hours here, email cmc@facilities.rochester.edu, or call (585) 275-3991.

Eastman presents Elf in concert on Saturday

Enjoy every note of John Debney’s complete score live to picture at “Elf in Concert,” Saturday, December 14, at Kodak Hall, Eastman Theatre. Performance times are 2 and 7 p.m. Learn more and purchase tickets here.