The 2025 Biomedical Data Science Hackathon will take place online from August 19–23 and is open to all University undergraduates, graduate students, and postdocs. Prizes are awarded for better-than-random predictions and cash prizes for first- and second-place winners. Participants are welcome to work individually or in teams of up to four people. All skill levels are welcome. To participate, register by 5 p.m. on August 5.
Join the Office of Total Rewards on Thursday, July 30, at noon for a webinar on Social Security and Medicare, to help employees who are near retirement assess their current financial situation and take action toward financial wellness. Securian Financial will offer clear guidance on when to claim Social Security, along with essential information about Medicare to help you plan for your healthcare needs in retirement. Enroll now to reserve your place.
Chat with School of Nursing admissions
Stop by the School of Nursing’s table at Noyes Hospital on Wednesday, July 30, to learn about the Affiliate Grant, offering 55 percent tuition support for employees who want to advance their nursing careers. Chat with the admissions team and get your questions answered.
Deconstruct the healthy plate
Beginning Tuesday, August 5, at noon, learn healthy swaps for your daily meals as part of Well-U’s nutrition basics program. Register here to join and earn $100 once you complete the program.
Financial Health Bites webinar on personal finance
The Office of Total Rewards hosts a personal finance webinar on Wednesday, August 6, from noon to 1 p.m. to help you assess your current financial situation and take action toward financial wellness. Securian Financial will break down simple steps to help you recognize challenges, set goals, and take charge of your finances and savings. Register here.
Make preventive care a priority
On a University health plan, preventive care services are covered at no cost when you use in-network providers. Use this checklist to know what’s covered and to get the most out of your health plan.
Activity techniques to improve your back pain
Work individually with a coach in Well-U’s low back pain program to create a plan that can alleviate your discomfort. You’ll earn an incentive once you have completed the program. Find out if you are eligible and get started.
Exhibit on political cartoonist and painter William Gropper opens at MAG
William Gropper: Truth, Beauty, Justice, Humor opens today at the Memorial Art Gallery and runs through January 25. The exhibit highlights the work of political cartoonist and painter Gropper and features paintings, drawings, and prints from the permanent collection. Learn more here. Museum admission is free to University students, faculty, staff, and retirees with an active University ID.
Join Simon for a ‘popsicle pop-up’
Discover more about Simon Business School’s graduate programs and enjoy a complimentary popsicle to snack on in line for your favorite food trucks at Tasty Tuesday on July 29 and August 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the University’s Wilson Quadrangle. The Simon team is ready to answer questions, whether you’re a student exploring advanced degrees or a staff member interested in professional growth.
Kearns Summer Research Symposium
Attend the 33rd annual Kearns Summer Research Symposium on Wednesday, July 30, and Thursday, July 31. Hosted by the David T. Kearns Center for Leadership and Student Success, the symposium celebrates the achievements of this year’s summer research scholars. The symposium will conclude with a reception. Find events and session times here.
Lunch sessions with the Department of Psychiatry
The next session of the Department of Psychiatry’s 2025 summer brown bag series features Tina Chapman DaCosta, founder and director of Diversity Theater at Rochester Institute of Technology. The presentation will highlight the power of storytelling for healing, transformation, and meaningful work. Register to attend in person in the School of Nursing Auditorium (1W-304) or virtually via Zoom on July 30 at noon. CEUs and CMEs are available.
You can also attend the session on August 6 at noon with Compeer’s Sara Passamonte, president, and Elliott Rizzo, program manager, on the role of friend and peer support in recovery. Attend in person or virtually.
How educators can help students navigate misinformation
When misinformation can travel faster than facts, teaching young people to discern credible sources has never been more urgent. Kevin Meuwissen, an associate professor and the chair of teaching and curriculum at the Warner School of Education and Human Development, explores how educators can help.
“Meme stocks” are companies that attract a cult-like following that can lead to volatile swings in stocks as retail traders swiftly move to invest. Daniel Burnside, a clinical professor of finance at Simon Business School, says that “with companies like Kohl’s, GoPro, Rocket—you’re not investing in fundamentals, you’re betting on crowd psychology and social media dynamics,” adding “Researchers don’t have good models for this…you can’t rely on any good economics to guide you here.” If someone decides to invest in a meme stock, Burnside encourages potential investors to “keep it small.”
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