Sonya Maria Hadrigan named associate vice president for research integrity

Sonya Maria Hadrigan has been appointed as the inaugural associate vice president for research integrity. In this new position, she will oversee compliance with federal regulatory requirements related to research. Hadrigan begins her appointment on April 1.

Revitalizing recycling at the School of Medicine and Dentistry

The Sustainability Office shares that a refresh of the recycling program is currently underway at the School of Medicine and Dentistry (SMD). All SMD staff and faculty are invited to attend an interactive training session to learn how to help improve recycling processes, reduce contamination, and ensure better waste management practices. Department coordinators may reach out to schedule departmental training. Individuals may also register to attend an in-person session on Friday, April 11, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Class of ’62 Auditorium (G-9425), Medical Center. Lunch will be provided.

Last call for glasses donations

The Sustainability Office’s eyeglasses collection program concludes on March 31. Donate your unwanted glasses by mail or drop them off to the general collection bin to help make eye care more accessible to those in need.

Foster a healthy community through United Way

The United Way’s Community Impact Fund helps foster a healthy community by improving access to health care and social services, to healthy and nutritious food and safe community spaces, and to legal support and advocacy. Consider pledging today. The first prize drawing is this week; the earlier a pledge is made, the better your chance of winning. Participation at any level is welcome and appreciated, and payroll deduction makes giving easy and convenient.

Workshop on free speech and community responsibility

All students are invited to attend a workshop on free expression, dialogue, and conversation on Thursday, March 27, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the Stackel Room, Wilson Commons. Join the Office of Equity and Inclusion and PEN America to learn how to say what you mean and get your message across. Learn more and register here.

Take a break and pet some therapy dogs

Feeling stressed? Join the UHS Health Promotion Office’s monthly Paws for Stress Relief program at the Eastman School of Music on March 27 and on the River Campus on April 7. Peer Health Advocates will be there to provide well-being goodies, info, handouts, and more.

Four-week body acceptance program

The Body Project, a four-week evidence-based body acceptance program, is designed to help women challenge unrealistic appearance ideals. Through group discussions and interactive activities, participants will gain valuable insights into developing a healthier body image and self-esteem. Session dates are April 7, 14, 21, and 28, from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Reifler Room on the second floor of UHS. Participants are encouraged to attend all four sessions. The Body Project is free and open to all undergraduate and graduate students; attendees will get a free journal and pen. Registration is required.

Webinar on becoming an AI leader at work

Join Dan Keating, a clinical assistant professor at Simon Business School, for a half-hour virtual session on Wednesday, March 26, from 9 to 9:30 a.m., to learn how to champion AI initiatives in your organization and the skills you need to position yourself as an AI-enabled leader. You’ll also learn more about Simon’s graduate business programs, including the full-time MS in AI in Business and the part-time Online MS in Business Analytics and Applied AI.

Workshop on experiential learning in the arts and humanities

Open to all University instructors, this one-hour Teaching Center Zoom workshop supports instructors in designing and implementing the experiential learning process in arts and humanities courses in and out of the classroom. Register here to attend on Friday, March 28, from noon to 1 p.m.

Opt-out period for parking permit renewal ends April 17

The annual renewal period for employee parking permits is approaching. Permits will auto-renew for the 2025–26 year based on current parking assignments. Employees who do not want their permit renewed must opt out by Thursday, April 17. To opt out, log in to My Parking Online with your Active Directory username and password and follow the instructions provided.

Saward-Berg Lecture on cancer epidemiology

Attend this year’s Saward-Berg Lecture, “Insights and Challenges of Using Real-World Data to Study Lymphoma Outcomes,” presented by James Cerhan, a professor of epidemiology and the Ralph S. and Beverly Caulkins Professor of Cancer Research in the Department of Quantitative Sciences at the Mayo Clinic. The lecture takes place Thursday, March 27, in Lower Adolph Auditorium (Room 1-7619), Medical Center, from noon to 1 p.m. A light lunch will follow the lecture. Registration is required.

Graduate Research Day

Support School of Arts & Sciences and Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences graduate students on Friday, March 28, at Graduate Research Day. Check out the event program and abstracts. All are welcome to attend.

• Graduate research talks: 9 a.m. to noon, Hawkins-Carlson Room, Rush Rhees Library
• Professional development workshops: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., in various locations on the River Campus by registration only
• Graduate research poster symposium: 2 to 4 p.m., Feldman Ballroom, Douglass Commons
• Awards ceremony and networking reception: 4 to 5 p.m., Feldman Ballroom, Douglass Commons

Ferrari Humanities Symposium

Alina Payne, the Paul E. Geier Director of Villa I Tatti, the Harvard Center for Italian Renaissance Studies, and the Alexander P. Misheff Professor of History of Art and Architecture at Harvard University, will present the keynote lecture of the 2025 Ferrari Symposium on Wednesday, April 9, at 5 p.m. in the Hawkins-Carlson Room, Rush Rhees Library. Payne’s talk will explore the relationship between architecture and nature in the Renaissance. Learn more and register to attend.

Fashion and art DeTOUR at MAG

Join the Memorial Art Gallery for a special DeTOUR with Brandon Brooks from the Genesee Country Village Museum. Explore the colors, hemlines, silhouettes, and fabrics of some favorite works in the museum’s collection. Purchase tickets here for the event on Thursday, April 10, from 6 to 7 p.m.

Zero-Cost Heroes: Jennifer Brisson

With time and a willingness to rethink traditional course materials, Jennifer Brisson, a professor of biology, successfully eliminated a major financial barrier for her students—without compromising quality. Her commitment to openness and her efforts as one of this year’s River Campus Libraries Zero-Cost Heroes are helping students get the best education possible. Read more about Brisson.