Simon seminar on the MS in AI in Business program

Rochester seniors, are you wondering where Simon Business School’s full-time MS in AI in Business can take you? Join representatives from the Simon’s Admissions Office and Benet Career Management Center for a webinar today, March 14, from noon to 12:30 p.m. The session will be recorded, and those who attend live will receive an application fee waiver, a $90 value.

Workshop on strategies for securing your first teaching position

The Future Faculty workshop series is aimed at the next generation of faculty and is designed to give Rochester graduates an edge in the academic marketplace. “Strategies for Securing Your First Teaching Position” takes place in two parts on Tuesday, March 25. In-person attendance is strongly recommended; you can also attend virtually via Zoom.

• Part I—Showcasing Your Qualifications for a Competitive Edge: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• Part II—Interviewing and Negotiating: 12:40 to 1:40 p.m.

UR Procurement Marketplace (Jaggaer) upgrade

The UR Procurement Marketplace (Jaggaer) is upgraded three times a year. From today, March 14, at 9 p.m. through the afternoon of Sunday, March 16, UR Procurement Marketplace will be unavailable for placing catalog requisitions and the transmission of all P2P purchase orders to suppliers. This upgrade will have no noticeable impacts on users. If you have questions or experience issues, email Procurement_service_center@ur.rochester.edu or call (585) 275-2012.

Diversity Advisory Council’s annual faculty and staff of color luncheon

All faculty and staff are welcome to attend the Diversity Advisory Council’s annual faculty and staff of color celebration luncheon on Thursday, March 18, to connect with fellow faculty and staff from schools and departments across the University, build relationships, and engage in meaningful conversations. Seating is limited. If you are interested in attending, contact the Office of Alumni Relations and Constituent Engagement.

Virtual session on navigating the scholarly publishing environment

Explore strategies to find the perfect platform for your research and gain valuable insights into academic publishing. Attend “Navigating the Scholarly Publishing Environment” on Wednesday, March 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Zoom link will be provided to registrants.

Managing your weight with Well-U

Manage your weight  and gain a better understanding of your overall health with Well-U and the lifestyle management team during a 16-week virtual program beginning on Thursday, March 20, at noon. Topics include debunking metabolism myths, strategies for meal planning and physical activity, weight  loss supplements, medications, and more. Register here.

Discounted hockey tickets

Tickets for select Rochester Amerks and Buffalo Sabres games are available at a discounted cost for faculty, staff, retirees, and families. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Discounts and Perks page and click on “Sporting Events.”

Prom dress and tuxedo drive to benefit Wilson Magnet High School

The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is hosting a prom dress and tuxedo drive to benefit the students of Joseph C. Wilson Magnet High School. Consider donating prom dresses, tuxedos, men’s formalwear, men’s and women’s formal shoes, and accessories—including ties and jewelry. All sizes are needed. Donations will be accepted starting March 17 through April 7. Drop-off locations include: DPS headquarters at 612 Wilson Boulevard; Eastman Dental Center; the Strong Memorial Hospital Emergency Department, Emergency Department Psychiatry (CPEP), main lobby, and first floor social work office; the Memorial Art Gallery; and Strong West Emergency Department Entrance. Send an email with questions.

LiDA colloquium on how AI tools can be best used by educators

The next Center for Learning in the Digital Age (LiDA) colloquium session revolves around how AI tools could be best used by educators. Learn more and register to attend via Zoom on Wednesday, March 19, at 3:30 p.m.

Lecture: ‘Europe in Times of Strategic Threat’

Piotr Klodkowski, a professor at the Centre for Comparative Studies of Civilizations at Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Poland, and Skalny Visiting Professor, presents “Europe in Times of Strategic Threat.” Learn more and attend on Thursday, March 20, at 7:30 p.m. in Sloan Auditorium, Goergen Hall.

Annual One-Act New Play Festival

Join the International Theatre Program for a festival of short, one-act new plays written, designed, directed, and acted by current undergraduate students. The 22nd annual One-Act New Play Festival is free to attend and runs Thursday, March 20, through Saturday, March 22, in the Todd Theatre Lobby.

Grand rounds webinar on giving voice to people living with dementia

Attend a public health grand rounds webinar on Friday, March 21, at noon for an overview of a therapeutic choral arts program through the Eastman Community Music School providing a nonpharmacological benefit to people living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Register to attend via Zoom. Email Carolyn Settle with questions.

Register for the Joseph Ryan Conference

Registration is open for the 13th annual Joseph Ryan Conference, “New Frontiers in Addiction, Psychiatry, and Trauma: Brain, Behavior, and Innovative Digital Tools.” Explore the value of utilizing and integrating technology with therapy with a focus on trauma and substance use disorder. Register by April 25 by contacting Stacey Ciotti or Kalie Ernewein.