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July 18, 2025

Wrap up the week with some items in today’s issue:

  • Details on the University’s Upstate NY Comparative Biology of Aging Nathan Shock Center
  • Medical Center experts debunk some myths about diabetes
  • A webinar on caring for an aging parent
TODAY'S UPDATES

Rochester named site of research center to study the biology of aging

The National Institutes of Health Division of Aging Biology awarded the University a five-year grant to establish the Upstate NY Comparative Biology of Aging Nathan Shock Center. It will be one of only eight such centers in the United States.

Carey Anne Zucca named senior associate vice president for principal gifts and presidential advancement

Carey Anne Zucca, the current vice president for advancement at Skidmore College, has been named senior associate vice president for principal gifts and presidential advancement, effective September 1.


HEALTHY LIVING

Diabetes myths debunked

Susanne Miedlich, an associate professor of medicine, and Britta Svoren, an associate professor of clinical pediatrics, help clear up common misconceptions about diabetes and explain how to stay healthy, no matter your diagnosis.


FOR FACULTY AND STAFF

Talk retirement with TIAA at the Medical Center

Have quick questions about the University’s retirement program, or need help enrolling online? Stop by Sarah Flaum Atrium in the Medical Center on Tuesday, July 22, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., to chat with a TIAA representative.

Caring for an aging parent webinar

Join the Office of Total Rewards and MetLife on Wednesday, July 23, at noon for a webinar on caring for an aging spouse, relative, or friend. Learn relevant information on anticipating a loved one’s daily activity needs and explore planning options, tips, and resources to support their care. Enroll now.

ROCSTARR pilot project applications

The Rochester Resource-Based Center for Bone, Muscle, and Orthopaedic Research (ROCSTARR) is now requesting applications for funding of pilot projects. Priority will be given to early-stage investigators who have recently submitted grant applications to the National Institutes of Health but did not achieve funding due to critiques in their summary statements. Letters of Intent are due August 15, and those selected to submit a full application will be notified by August 18, with full applications due September 15. Find details, application form, and submission guidelines here.

Family care benefits

As a University employee, you may be eligible for a range of family care benefits, including Care.com premium memberships, subsidized back-up care, daycare tuition discounts, and more. Visit the Family Care website for full details.

Tuition reimbursement reminder

If you are applying for tuition reimbursement, submit proof of tuition cost, payment, and successful course completion in myURHR Workday no later than 90 days following course completion. Find more information here.

Healthy meal delivery through Well-U

Through Well-U, Employees can access healthy weekly meal subscriptions with 20 percent off from Effortlessly Healthy. Pick up meals on Tuesdays from 4 to 6 p.m. in front of Flaum Atrium, select home delivery, or pick up from the store. Get started today.


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