University flags on the Eastman Quadrangle and near the entrance of Strong Memorial Hospital’s Emergency Department will be lowered on Tuesday, October 28, for Joseph Galletta, a trades supervisor in the Medical Center Facilities and Services operations department, who died on September 28. Galletta joined the University staff in 2013.

According to a sweeping new national survey led in part by James Druckman, the Martin Brewer Anderson Professor of Political Science, higher education in the United States enjoys broad public support, but Americans are concerned about its costs and some aspects of campus culture.

Join the Office of Total Rewards on Wednesday, October 22, at noon for a webinar on caregiving financial impacts and available resources led by Securian Financial. Enroll now to reserve your place.

The Center for Integrated Research Computing will host its next symposium on Friday, October 17, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Wegmans Hall, Room 1400. Faculty and students from all areas are encouraged to attend to gain insights into computational techniques and methods of data analysis. Explore details on speakers and topics.

On Friday, October 17, from noon to 1 p.m., Steve Dewhurst, vice president for research, will discuss how changes in federal policy are affecting research at the University and how URochester is investing in its own researchers.

If you have requests for future webinars, questions about the state of the University, or comments about this program, submit them using the webform on the Leadership Conversations page.

Author Mona Simpson will read excerpts from her forthcoming novel, The Wrong Girl, and will be joined by Joanna Scott, the Roswell Smith Burrows Professor of English, for a discussion. The event takes place on Monday, October 20, at 5 p.m. in the Humanities Center, Conference Room D, Rush Rhees Library.

Peter Mancall, a distinguished professor at the University of Southern California, presents “Is the Day Ours or No? The Contest for North America, 1675 to 1680” on October 23 at 5 p.m. in Rush Rhees Library. Find details and register.

Eastman Opera Theatre will present two fully staged operas—the world premiere of CLICK! and the Eastman debut of In a Grove—on alternating days from October 30 through November 2.

Pursuant to Section 485(g) of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, 20 U.S.C. 1092(g) (also known as the Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act), the University annually publishes data on athletics participation and spending. A paper copy of the  FY25 annual report is available by calling Athletics and Recreation at (585) 275-4301 and making a request. Access an electronic copy of the report here.

Student organizations and the Greene Center host the Creative Expo, a showcase of student talent and innovation, today, October 16, at 6 p.m. in Feldman Ballroom, Douglass Commons.

Hosted by the Office of Undergraduate Research, the annual Undergraduate Research Fair provides information from over 40 River Campus and Medical Center departments on available research opportunities for undergraduates. Students can attend on Friday, October 17, from 1 to 3 p.m. in Feldman Ballroom, Douglass Commons.

Students can drop by the academic open house on Monday, October 20, from noon to 2 p.m. in the Feldman Ballroom, Douglass Commons, to connect with faculty and staff and explore the spring 2026 course offerings on the River Campus.

For undergraduate students graduating in December, Simon Business School’s MS analytics programs now offer a spring 2026 start. As alumni, students will receive a $90 application fee waiver and a guaranteed $15,000 in scholarships if admitted. A webinar on Friday, October 24, at 9 a.m. provides an overview and more information.

The 2026 cycle for Open Scholarship Awards is now open. All URochester PhD (or equivalent terminal degree) students are eligible to apply for the award, which celebrates efforts in advancing transparency, collaboration, and integrity in scholarship. A Zoom information session is being held on Friday, November 14, at 11 a.m.