Beginning on April 2, access to UpToDate, the University’s clinical point-of-care tool, will move to single sign-on (SSO). NetID will no longer be accepted as a login method. During the initial login through the SSO process, a new account will be created. This requires action by users who already have an UpToDate Account. Find additional guidance here and direct questions to the Ask A Librarian service.
The ceasefire plan by both sides included a halt to long-range strikes on energy infrastructure, but this appears to be less of a concession for Moscow. The Black Sea agreement as it stands “doesn’t really mean much,” says Hein Goemans, a professor of political science. “The deal would be reasonable if Washington were willing to enforce it. Ukraine should not believe this deal is in any way credible if the US is not willing to commit to sanctions if Russia reneges, which it will.”
Flourish Festival: Mind-body wellness panel, opioid training
On Monday, April 7, join the Health Promotion Office and Monroe County IMPACT Team for opioid overdose prevention training from 4 to 5 p.m. Participants will receive training on how to use Narcan properly and include a demonstration on how to use fentanyl test strips to detect the presence of fentanyl in substances, helping prevent accidental overdoses. Registration is recommended.
You can also attend a mind-body wellness panel on April 11 at 12:30 p.m. in the Gowen Room. Learn about somatic healing, yoga, meditation, and trauma-informed mindfulness; how breath, movement, and meditation can transform your well-being; and discover campus resources. Come with questions or submit them beforehand. Refreshments will be provided. Register here.
Both events are part of the Flourish Festival. Students who attend four events will be entered into one of three wellness giveaways.
International student mentor information session
Are you interested in becoming an international student mentor for the fall semester? These are paid positions (up to 15 hours per semester) where students serving as peer mentors will meet with an international student mentee throughout the semester and attend events and workshops. Training will be held in advance. Mentors must apply before May 15.
Summer graduate teaching assistant coaches program
The Graduate Teaching Assistant Coaches Program, open to experienced graduate teaching assistants in the School of Arts & Sciences and Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, uses a train-the-trainer model in which Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs hires and the Teaching Center trains experienced graduate teaching assistants as coaches, mentors, and trainers for first-time graduate teaching assistants during orientation one morning the week of August 18 (date TBD). Learn more and apply by April 15.
Free safer sex supplies
Students can anonymously order free safer sex supplies through Safe Sex Express. Items will be delivered directly to their campus mailbox.
Well-U offers all University employees educational and fun ways to fit wellness into your day. Attend a lunchtime wellness lecture or create a stress-free zone in your department. Visit the Well-U website for opportunities available to you and your team.
Annual Integrated Care and Medical Family Therapy intensive
Join the Family Therapy Training Program for the 32nd annual Integrated Care and Medical Family Therapy intensive, an interdisciplinary training that blends clinical presentations, small group learning, and skill development. The program will take place from Monday, June 9, through Friday, June 13. The primary goal is to provide training for professionals interested in health care and mental health collaboration when working with patients and families dealing with illness, health concerns, and trauma. Registration is open today through May 20. Learn more about the program and register or send an email for more information.
The Title IX Office and community partners recognize April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month, which uplifts awareness and prevention of sexual violence, harassment, and abuse. The theme of this year’s month is “Together We Act, United We Change.” Events scheduled for the month begin today, April 1, with SAAM Day of Action and Teal Day. Show your support to survivors of sexual harassment and abuse by wearing teal, the color of sexual violence prevention, and posting a selfie on social media with the hashtag #SAAM2025. The Title IX Office will plant teal flags outside of Taylor Hall from 10 a.m. to noon. Stop by to show your support and learn more about how you can get involved.
Department of Surgery annual research symposium
The Department of Surgery’s fifth annual research symposium will be held on April 3 from 7 to 11:30 a.m. in the Class of ’62 Auditorium (G-9425), Medical Center. Keynote speakers will share their research and discuss the unique opportunities and challenges of the surgeon-scientist with residents, postdocs, medical students, and other trainees.
Concert of Chopin vocal and piano works
Attend “A Night of Chopin” on Saturday, April 5, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Asbury First United Methodist Church. The concert features Lillian Feng ’28, ’28E on piano and soprano Nichole Waligóra ’26, ’26E.
From actuary to educator: The journey through a teacher residency
Through partnerships with the Rush-Henrietta Central School District and other regional districts, the teacher residency programs at the Warner School of Education and Human Development continue to prepare highly trained educators like Katrina Grantham for high-need certification areas. The programs offer generously funded, well-supported residency experiences. Learn more.
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