The Warner School of Education & Human Development has been awarded a grant from the US Department of Education to advance accreditation and quality assurance for postsecondary certificate programs serving students with intellectual disability. The four-year grant supports a national partnership between the Warner School’s Center for Disability and Education and the Inclusive Higher Education Accreditation Council.

All faculty, staff, and student employees are required to complete the University Conduct at Work Training in MyPath by January 31. Medical Center employees have already fulfilled this requirement with the AMI training and do not need to complete the module again.

The training reinforces the University’s commitment to the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct and confirms your understanding of key policies, including the Code of Conduct, confidentiality, information security, and the use of University resources. For technical support, email mypathsupport@rochester.edu.

Nominations are open through January 20 for district representatives to serve on the Genesee Staff Council—an advisory body that facilitates communication on issues important to University staff and shares their perspectives with senior leadership. Voting takes place January 30 through February 13. Email GSC@rochester.edu with questions.

Review the January newsletter for a checklist on how to prepare your spring course, and check out the new Automations feature that is now available to allow you to create automated messages to students based on their performance.

Clinical and Translational Science Institute codirectors Martin Zand and Karen Wilson urge all faculty members to complete an online survey on their research collaborations. This biennial survey takes ten minutes or less and will help focus efforts to foster team science and support emerging investigators and networks. If you have questions about the survey, contact Andrew Sherow.

Not sure where to start with your new fitness or wellness routine? Look no further than Studio Sweat onDemand, the free virtual fitness and wellness platform from Well-U. Claim your free membership and browse a variety of classes. Email Well-U with questions.

URochester alumni, parents, faculty, and staff at all career stages and from all industries are encouraged to apply as mentors. Registration for mentors is open through February 8.

Undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni are invited to participate as mentees. Registration for mentees is January 25 through February 8.

Learn how AI is transforming healthcare, what’s working today, and what’s on the horizon in this rapidly evolving field at this panel event on Wednesday, January 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Ryan Case Method Room (1-9576), Medical Center. Find details and register.

The next public health grand rounds session will cover the background to the changes for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and the workflow impacts on clinical team members for patients requiring exemptions for the work requirements. Register to attend on Friday, January 23, from noon to 1 p.m.

The School of Medicine & Dentistry’s Women in Medicine Committee hosts “Navigating Policy Change: Impacts on Learners, Trainees, and Medical Educators” on Wednesday, January 28, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. The virtual event features Sarah Peyre, chief operating officer and vice dean for education at the School of Medicine & Dentistry, and Josh Farrelman, vice president for government relations.

Awaken your senses with a morning of movement and sound at the Memorial Art Gallery. Mindful MAGiC: Sonic Yoga takes place on Saturday, January 31, from 9:15 to 10:45 a.m. in the Fountain Court. Purchase tickets.

Celebrate 100 years of Strong Hospital with new centennial logo wear at the gift shop. Items include purple and black sweatshirts, T-shirts in multiple colors, white baseball caps, and centennial totes. Every time you make a purchase at the Friends of Strong Gift Shop by Cloverkey, you also support patient and family-centered care at Strong.