The next sessions in the Well-Being for Life and Learning Training Program for faculty and student support staff begin this week. Find more details and registration information below in the For the Faculty and Staff section.
Today’s issue also features:
Collage Night with UCC for students
The next Phelps Colloquium with Lainie Ross, Dean’s Professor and chair of the Department of Health Humanities and Bioethics
Nominations for the annual undergraduate student prizes and awards
National Slam the Scam Day—Thursday, March 6—is designated by Social Security’s Office of the Inspector General to raise awareness of government imposter scams, which continue to spread across the United States. It’s part of National Consumer Protection Week, which takes place this year March 2–8. The SSA.gov website provides valuable information on tactics used by scam artists and how to spot scams. Many of the same tactics used in Social Security scams are used in other financial fraud targeting consumers.
One of the most intriguing implications of superplumes—enormous blobs of material hidden near the Earth’s core—is their potential role in Earth’s magnetic field reversals. “It has long been thought that reversals start at random locations, but our study suggests this may not be the case,” says lead author John Tarduno, the William Kenan, Jr. Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences.
The University Counseling Center invites all students to Collage Night today, March 3, from 6 to 9 p.m. in Wilson Commons, Room 122. Materials will be provided. Make collages and talk about whatever is fueling your artistic expression while also learning about mental health services available at the University.
Information session with Peace Corps alumni
Join the Greene Center and Center for Community Engagement on Wednesday, March 5, from 5 to 6 p.m. to connect virtually with Peace Corps alumni as they share their personal stories and experiences from their time of service. Whether you’re interested in learning about the impact of volunteering or how to get involved with the Peace Corps, this session will provide valuable insights and guidance. Find more information and register here.
Welcome Week volunteer applications due next Monday
The Office of Orientation and New Student Programs is accepting applications from School of Arts & Sciences and Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences undergraduate students to help staff and set up events throughout Fall Welcome Week. Volunteer perks include a free Welcome Week T-shirt, comprehensive training, limited complimentary meals, and early move-in. Learn more on the Orientation and New Student Programs website and apply for the position by Monday, March 10, at 5 p.m.
Student mindfulness facilitator training
Passionate about mindfulness and want to make a difference? The Mindfulness Facilitator Training Workshop for the spring semester takes place on March 14 from 4:40 to 6:20 p.m. in Genesee Hall, Room 325. This workshop will cover the history and science of mindfulness, how to lead trauma-informed practices, and provide troubleshooting tips to help you confidently guide others on their mindfulness journey. This opportunity will be helpful for students who aspire to work in the health care field, and is a good skill to add to your resume. Open to all undergraduate and graduate students, but registration is required. Attendees will also be invited to apply for the Mindful U Executive Committee to take on a leadership role in promoting mindfulness on campus. Participants can earn Level 1 Medallion Credit for attending and Level 2 Credit when leading mindfulness sessions. Space is limited for this training.
The Well-Being for Life and Learning Training Program offers invaluable insights into supporting student well-being through simple, effective, and compassionate methods. Explore a range of skill-building workshops designed to enhance your toolbox for student support. Programs are open to all faculty and student support staff. More information on locations of workshops and registration are available in MyPath by looking up the workshop title. Here are some upcoming workshops:
Suicide Prevention Workshop: today, March 3, from 10 a.m. to noon in Douglass Commons, Room 401
Recognizing and Supporting Students in Distress: Monday, March 17, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. via Zoom
Food, Mood, and Body: College Students and Eating Concerns: Tuesday, March 18, from noon to 1 p.m. in Genesee Hall, Room 325
Creating an Accessible Campus: Friday, March 28, from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom
Recovery Is Spoken Here: Friday, April 4, from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom
Phelps Colloquium with Lainie Ross
The next Phelps Colloquium, “Defining Best Interest in Pediatric Care: A Comparative Analysis of US and UK Approaches,” takes place Wednesday, March 5, at 4 p.m. in the Eisenberg Rotunda, Schlegel Hall. Register to attend the lecture, presented by Lainie Ross, Dean’s Professor and chair of the Department of Health Humanities and Bioethics and the director of the Paul M. Schyve, MD, Center for Bioethics. The Library Lot parking code is available upon request by emailing Adele Coelho.
Submit nominations for annual undergraduate student prizes and awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the annual undergraduate student prizes and awards, coordinated by the College Center for Advising Services, and recognizing outstanding students in the School of Arts & Sciences and the Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences. Most prizes are endowed, and students receive cash awards, often at Commencement.
Take 15 classes of any kind in Studio Sweat onDemand throughout March, and you’ll be entered into a prize drawing. Studio Sweat onDemand is brought to you by Well-U and is free, easy to join, and available to full- and part-time faculty and staff. Join now.
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Apply by March 10 for LLE’s summer high school research program
The Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) is now accepting applications for its 36th Summer High School Research Program. This eight-week, full-time opportunity allows Rochester-area rising seniors to work alongside world-class scientists and engineers on laser physics, plasma physics, and materials science, gaining invaluable experience in LLE’s state-of-the-art facility. Along with personalized mentorship from experienced researchers, the program also provides networking opportunities that connect students with undergraduate and graduate researchers. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. on March 10.
Bioethics lectureship series event
Attend the moderated discussion “How Faith Informs Practice in Pediatric End-of-Life Care” on Tuesday, April 1, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Rochester Academy of Medicine. The event is part of the second annual Dr. Sidney Sobel Bioethics Lectureship Series, hosted by the Department of Health Humanities and Bioethics. Learn more and register.
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