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June 26, 2025

Today’s issue features:

  • Details on a temporary closure of the Wilson Commons Starbucks
  • July biometric screenings for employees
  • The Heartsaver Hub mobile CPR kiosk is at Innovative Field through June 30
TODAY'S UPDATES

Stay alert for cybersecurity

University IT, ISD, and Information Security groups are keeping a close eye on the latest updates from various security agencies about increased Iranian cyber activity. Currently, there is no specific threat, but the University and Medical Center have security measures in place and are ready to tighten controls if needed. Everyone is advised to be extra cautious and watch out for phishing and other potential scams. If you receive unexpected requests via email or text, verify them through known contacts. Forward any suspicious emails to abuse@rochester.edu as an attachment. Review the Phishing Education web page for examples. More information will be provided if the situation changes.

Starbucks to close for cleaning and maintenance July 1–5

The Starbucks in Wilson Commons will be closed Tuesday, July 1, through Saturday, July 5, for cleaning and equipment maintenance. Starbucks will reopen for regular business at 10 a.m. on Sunday, July 6. Summer hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.


ICYMI

@Rochester will be on hiatus next week

There will be no issues of @Rochester from June 30 to July 4. Send submissions for Friday’s issue by noon today. We’ll return to our regular weekday schedule on Monday, July 7.


HEALTHY LIVING

Can virtual urgent care treat STIs?

Medical Center experts share guidance on how virtual urgent care can provide convenient access to STI evaluation and treatment.


FOR FACULTY AND STAFF

Reserve your spot for July biometric screenings

Schedule your biometric screening, complete your online health surveys, and enjoy your $125 incentive through Well-U employee wellness. Upcoming biometric clinics will be at the Medical Center on Monday, July 1, in Café 601, and Tuesday, July 2, in LeChase Assembly Hall (G-9576) off Flaum Atrium. You can find other clinics throughout the month.

Utilize your MetLife legal plan

If you enrolled in the MetLife Legal Plan, you can use this benefit for assistance with wills, living wills, setting up a power of attorney, buying or selling a home, and more. If you’re enrolled in the plan, you, your spouse or domestic partner, and your dependent children can all use it. Find more information here.

Learn about Blackboard student experience

Do you ever wonder what Blackboard looks like for students? In this newsletter, get a peek into the student side of Blackboard as well as some tips and tricks to provide a great experience for students.

Retiree benefits webinar

The Office of Total Rewards hosts a retiree benefits webinar on Friday, June 27, at 1 p.m. to discuss eligibility for retiree benefits, health and dental insurance, Medicare, enrollment periods, and other benefits offered to you as a University retiree.


FOR THE COMMUNITY

Sand volleyball league

The URMC Fitness Center is hosting a sand volleyball league at Hot Shots on Tuesdays in July. Find information on how to join.


THINGS TO DO

Root, root, root for the home team

Screenshot of the UR Medicine Facebook. Video shows the Heartsaver Hub mobile CPR kiosk at a baseball game.

Is it actually summer in Rochester if you haven’t been to a Red Wings baseball game? Named one of our 12 essential local experiences, now is the perfect time to head to Innovative Field—just three miles from the University’s River Campus—to cheer on the hometown team. (Plus, Rochester has Bruce the Bat Dog!)

And, through June 30, you can find the Medical Center’s Heartsaver Hub mobile CPR kiosk at Innovative Field to learn hands-only CPR in minutes.


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