Open Enrollment runs from October 27 to November 10. This is your once-a-year opportunity to review, update, or make changes to your 2026 benefits. Visit the Open Enrollment website to learn more about what’s new in 2026, and review the 2026 Open Enrollment Planning Steps and Checklist. For instructions on how to enroll in myURHR Workday, refer to the Open Enrollment QRC.

In Well-U’s goal-setting success program beginning on Monday, October 20, at noon, explore how to break down goals into small, manageable parts, identify barriers, and confidently reach success and stay there for the long term. Take one small step now and register here.

All employees are invited to the Career Pathways Showcase on Tuesday, October 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the north end room of Café 601 in the Medical Center. Career Pathways is a comprehensive journey through career development for full-time employees. Ask questions about high-demand positions, learn about program benefits (including free tuition), and start planning your next career move. Virtual sessions are also available.

URochester faculty are invited to Blackboard Ultra Information Day on October 30, designed to help you get the most out of Ultra courses. Whether you’re new to Ultra or looking to deepen your expertise, this day will offer practical sessions and insights into using Ultra effectively. It will also include the Online Teaching Symposium session, where faculty will share their experience with Ultra courses.

Eligible employees can use their free premium Care.com membership to find help with caring for their pets, including pet sitting, dog walking, training, and pet supply and insurance discounts. Visit the Family Care web page for eligibility information and access LifeMart by Care.com.

The Memorial Art Gallery’s Fine Craft Show and Sale features one-of-a-kind, limited-edition work by master craft artists who regularly participate in the nation’s most prestigious shows. Attend on Saturday, October 18, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, October 19, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. There’s also an opening party on Friday, October 17, from 6 to 9 p.m.

Artist-led ensemble fivebyfive is joined by URochester faculty choreographers for “Subatomic Mysteries,” on Saturday, October 18, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, October 19, at 3 p.m. in Sloan Performing Arts Center. Find show and ticket information.

Vladimir Kara-Murza, one of the leaders of Russia’s democratic opposition, gives the lecture “Russia Under Putin—and Beyond” on Tuesday, October 21, at 5 p.m. in Hoyt Hall auditorium. Explore event details.

Attend a “Todd Talk” conversation with Tony Award nominee and acclaimed director, Daniel Fish, and Nigel Maister, the Russell and Ruth Peck Artistic Director of the International Theatre Program. Registration is required to attend via Zoom on Monday, October 27, at 6 p.m.

The Department of Public Safety is partnering with the Rochester community for a donation drive to support the Willow Domestic Violence Center. Review a wish list of requested items and URochester drop-off locations here. The donation drive ends on October 31.

As part of Investigating Research Month, students can learn about the DAAD RISE award at an information session on Thursday, October 16, from 5 to 6 p.m., hosted by the Student Fellowships Office. The DAAD RISE award is open to international students.

Students can take a break from studying at Destress Fest on Thursday, October 16, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Welles-Brown Room, Rush Rhees Library. Enjoy relaxing music, tea and cocoa, crafts, and more.

The Department of Modern Languages and Cultures hosts an event covering spring courses, majors, minors, clusters, and summer study abroad offerings on Friday, October 17, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Lunch will be served.