The next series of Calming U wellness sessions begins next week and is open to all University students, staff, and faculty. Learn more below in the For the Community section.
Also in today’s issue:
Career Week events from the Greene Center for students
Details on the Mindful Professor Training Program for faculty and course instructors
A lecture on democratic backsliding around the world
Several faculty members were appointed to named professorships during the second half of 2024. An honor designed to recognize the national stature of a professor’s work, the named positions are part of a long-standing tradition to celebrate the work of Rochester’s faculty as researchers, scholars, and teachers.
SalahAl-Zaiti, the Independence Foundation Chair in Cardiovascular Nursing
Stefanie Dunning, Susan B. Anthony Professor
Nadine Grimm, the James P. Wilmot Distinguished Assistant Professor of Linguistics
Susan Groth, the Ruth Miller Brody and Bernard Brody Professor
Elaine Hill, Dean’s Professor
Cory Hunter, the James P. Wilmot Distinguished Assistant Professor of Music in the Arthur Satz Department of Music
Suzannah Iadarola, the Haggerty-Friedman Professor in Developmental/Behavioral Pediatric Research
Stephen Judge, the Ralph W. Prince Professor in Medicine
Qiang Lin, Dean’s Professor
Bette London, the Joseph Henry Gilmore Professor of English
Mitchell O’Connell, Dean’s Associate Professor
Daven Presgraves, the Shirley Cox Kearns Professor
Michael Scott, a professor of anesthesiology and perioperative medicine, the Denham S. Ward M.D., Ph.D Professor
Andrei Seluanov, Dean’s Professor of Biology
Albert Uy, Dean’s Professor of Biology
Stewart Weaver, Franklin W. and Gladys I. Clark Professor of History
Improving rural flu and HPV vaccination rates through school-based trusted messengers
A new Clinical and Translational Science Institute project aims to improve flu and HPV vaccination rates in rural Western New York counties through education and trust-building in rural schools. Learn more about the project.
Career Clothing Closet Pop-Up: February 7 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Navigating Spring Career Week—Prep Session: Monday, February 10, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Professional Success Night: Tuesday, February 11, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Spring Career Expo: Wednesday, February 12, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Writing fellow information sessions
The Writing and Speaking Center is accepting applications to become a writing fellow. Undergraduate students who are hired as writing fellows work during evening hours as writing tutors for undergraduate and graduate students, as well as other members of the University community. First-years and sophomores may apply. Learn more at information sessions today, February 7, at 5 p.m. or Monday, February 10, at 8 p.m. in Conference Room A, Rush Rhees Library. Email Kathy Yan with questions.
Orientation team applications due next week
Applications for 2025–26 orientation leaders are due Sunday, February 9, by 5 p.m. and applications for 2025 Welcome Week leaders are due Wednesday, February 12, by 5 p.m. Open to undergraduate students in the School of Arts & Sciences and the Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, these are both paid positions. Learn more about these positions and how to apply on the Orientation and New Student Programs website.
School of Nursing undergraduate open house
Join the School of Nursing for an undergraduate open house on Monday, February 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. Explore the 12-month accelerated bachelor’s, 24-month accelerated bachelor’s, and RN to BS online programs; learn about the application process and requirements; meet with the admissions team; and speak with faculty about curriculum and coursework. You can also tour the school’s state-of-the-art facilities. Register now to attend.
Eastman Leadership Academy for emerging music professionals
Applications are available for Eastman Leadership Academy, running online from June 9–13. Collaborate with similarly passionate and dedicated college juniors, seniors, and graduate students while working with world-class musicians, educators, and leaders. The academy provides a deep dive into leadership and entrepreneurship through immersive, interactive, and participatory workshops and learning activities. Thanks to a sponsorship from Yamaha, admitted students will receive a full-tuition scholarship. Learn more and apply by March 31.
Faculty and course instructors looking to reduce stress, improve focus, and create a more engaging classroom environment can join the Mindful Professor Training Program this spring, brought to you by the Mindful University Project. Explore strategies to boost resilience, enhance classroom presence, and foster a more inclusive and supportive learning space. Sessions begin February 10 and will be held Mondays from 10 to 11 a.m. in Genesee Hall, Room 325. Coffee will be provided at every session. Register today.
Join Simon Business School for a webinar on Saturday, February 8, from noon to 12:30 p.m., where a member of the admissions committee will guide you through the application process for the Executive MBA, Professional MBA, Online MS in Business Analytics and Applied AI, and MS in Medical Management programs, provide tips on constructing a competitive application, and address some of the most commonly asked questions about applying to Simon. Attendees of the live session will receive an application fee waiver, a $90 value. For those unable to attend, a recording will be emailed to the address used at registration.
Calming U classes
Open to all University students, staff, and faculty, the first series of Calming U of the semester will take place on Mondays from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. in the Humanities Center, Conference Room D, beginning on February 10. Immerse yourself in soothing guided meditations, reflective exercises, and conversations. Register to reserve your spot.
Lecture on democratic backsliding around the world
Susan Stokes, the Tiffany and Margaret Blake Distinguished Service Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago, presents the lecture “Democratic Backsliding Around the World” as part of this year’s Cutler Lecture Series on Tuesday, February 11, at 5 p.m. in Wegmans Hall, Room 1400. The event is open to the public.
Apply for the Disparities in Access to Health Care and Research Course
Developed by community partners, this free course explores how social conditions have impacted health care and research experiences for those who are historically marginalized, creating ongoing health inequalities. The course is open to University faculty, staff, trainees, students, and community members (typically from community-based organizations). Apply by February 17.
Spring G. Milton Wing mathematics lectures
Richard Schwartz, Chancellor’s Professor of Mathematics at Brown University,
will give the spring 2025 G. Milton Wing Lectures. Learn more about each lecture at the below links.
Iteration: Tuesday, February 18, at 3:30 p.m. in Dewey Hall, Room 1101
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