Open to all University instructors, faculty, and staff, the Teaching Center hosts a workshop series throughout the spring semester. Find details below in the For Faculty and Staff section.
Today’s issue also features:
Information on the first Rochester Monday
How employees can use their FSA health spending card
A car seat check event at Golisano Children’s Hospital
A reminder that the spring 2025 semester is the first term to feature the Rochester Monday, which will occur on the first Friday of the semester. That means on Friday, January 24, Rochester faculty will teach their Monday classes, so students should attend their regularly scheduled Monday classes that day.
Please note that the School of Medicine and Dentistry, the School of Nursing, and the Warner School of Education and Human Development will not participate in Rochester Monday, so students attending those schools should attend their regular Friday classes.
The introduction of Rochester Monday—the first Friday of the spring semester—is part of an update to the academic calendar that better aligns holidays and other events across University schools throughout the year.
For more information, the University Academic Calendar is available online. There will not be a make-up day for the Friday classes that fall on Rochester Monday. There is simply one less Friday in the term than the other days of the week.
Drop-in counseling groups regarding the California wildfires
University Counseling Center (UCC) will provide support spaces via Zoom in light of the ongoing devastating wildfires in California. Students do not need to be in the Rochester area to attend a drop-in group (unlike therapy services).
For students who prefer individualized support, UCC has same-day appointments available for urgent needs, after-hours on-call and in-person support both accessed by calling (585) 275-3113, and on-demand support 24/7 through TELUS (students have free access by downloading the app to their phone).
Open to all University instructors, faculty, and staff, these workshops are designed to provide practical strategies and ready-to-implement tools. Workshops are held on Zoom on Thursdays from 11 a.m. to noon and on Fridays from noon to 1 p.m. Register here.
Writing Course Learning Outcomes: Friday, January 31
Designing Exams that Measure Student Learning: Friday, February 7
Writing Effective Multiple-Choice Questions: Friday, February 21
Instructor Spotlight: Deb Rossen-Knill (Writing, Speaking & Argument Program), Using Contract Grading Effectively: Thursday, February 27
Teaching Effectively using Active Learning: Friday, March 21
Understanding Experiential Learning: Thursday, March 27
Experiential Learning in the Arts & Humanities: Friday, April 4
Experiential Learning in the Social Sciences: Friday, April 18
Experiential Learning in the Natural Sciences & Engineering: Thursday, April 24
Teaching Reflection for Spring 2025: Friday, May 2
2025 FSA health spending card
Do you have a health care or limited-purpose FSA for 2025? If so, take advantage of your new FSA health spending card for added convenience when making payments and using your FSA funds. With the card, you can pay for medical expenses at the time of service, eliminating the need to wait for reimbursement. You can also use it to purchase eligible over-the-counter items directly in the store. For more information on how this works, visit the Total Rewards FAQs.
Studio Sweat onDemand
Not sure where to start your new fitness or wellness routine? Look no further than Studio Sweat onDemand, the free virtual fitness and wellness platform from Well-U. Claim your free membership and take a look at the classes available. Email Well-U if you need a tip on a beginner class to start with.
Social Security and Medicare webinar
Join the Office of Total Rewards for a Social Security and Medicarewebinar on Wednesday, January 29, at noon. The webinar, conducted by Securian Financial, will help employees who are near retirement assess their current financial situation and take action toward financial wellness. Securian Financial will provide actionable steps to help you understand when to claim Social Security and essential facts about Medicare to help you think ahead about health care needs in retirement.
Take a dental deep dive on today’s Check Your Health radio show
Eastman Institute for Oral Health experts join Check Your Health host Shaun Nelms, vice president for community partnerships, to discuss the current state of dental care access, Eastman Dental’s services, and other oral health topics. Tune in today, January 16, at 10 a.m. on 103.9 FM or stream live at wdkx.com. Can’t tune in live? A podcast recording of the episode will be available on WDKX’s website.
Car seat check events
Attend a car seat check event on January 29, February 26, or March 26, to have your child’s car seat checked for an expiration date, recalls, proper fit for the child, and proper installation. Email Erin Agnello to book your appointment. The events take place in the upper loop of Golisano Children’s Hospital.
Learn about Simon’s graduate business programs
Chat with a Simon Business School admissions team member over a pastry and beverage of your choice at Boulder Coffee Co. Café and Lounge, 100 Alexander Street, on Saturday, January 18, from 9 to 11 a.m. Learn more about Simon’s graduate business programs in a relaxed and casual environment. All attendees will receive an application fee waiver, a $90 value. If you’re preparing to submit your application and could use support, bring your laptop for assistance.
Cheer on Rochester’s varsity teams at home contests scheduled for this coming week. Find more information on the Athletics website and social media channels.
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