URochester remembers Brendan Dolan ’86, Jeremy Glick ’93, Aram Iskendarian ’82, Joan Hoadley Peterson ’69N, Jeffrey Smith ’87, ’88S (MBA), and Zhe (Zack) Zeng ’95, ’98S (MBA), who were among the nearly 3,000 people who died during the September 11, 2001 attacks.

The Eastman Horn Choir will present a remembrance concert to commemorate the 25th anniversary at 11:30 a.m. in Kilbourn Hall, Eastman School of Music, and via live stream.

You can also read Ellen Bakalian’s remembrance of her husband, Jeffrey Smith, in an essay for The Atlantic. (Subscription required.)

A new study coauthored by Meredith Gansner, an assistant professor of psychiatry, finds that nearly 1 in 5 pediatric psychiatric crisis encounters involved a digital media or device-related problem, shedding light on an increasingly important but understudied factor in youth mental health emergencies.

Applications are being accepted through September 28 for the 2027 Child Care Subsidy. The program helps eligible faculty and staff offset child care expenses by providing awards of up to $3,600 per year, based on total household gross income, through the Dependent Care FSA. If you received the subsidy in 2026, you must reapply to receive it in 2027. Find more information and FAQs here, or contact  familycare@rochester.edu. You can also join the Office of Total Rewards on Tuesday, September 15, at noon for a webinar to get all of your questions answered.

Many faculty and staff navigate conversations about mental health and well-being without formal training. Well-Being for Life and Learning is a self-paced program that offers in-person, Zoom, and asynchronous online workshops. In-person sessions begin September 17. Developed by URochester content experts, the program provides guidance on recognizing students in distress, suicide prevention, trauma-informed conversations, moving through change, and more. Offered through Health Promotion within University Student Life.

If you are attending classes at URochester for the fall 2026 semester, remember that you have 30 days from the start of the course(s) to submit your tuition waiver application online in Workday. The end of that window is nearing; if you haven’t already submitted your application for this semester, please do so as soon as possible. Email questions here.

Take advantage of one-on-one retirement planning sessions with an MMA Prosper Wise financial coach. Whether you’re just starting to save, planning for retirement, or simply want to make sure you’re on track, these personalized sessions can help you build a plan with confidence. Coaches will be available at Corporate Woods, the School of Medicine & Dentistry, and the River Campus. Register for a session using the links above.

Grab your sketch pads and pencils and let the artwork inspire you to draw, doodle, or sketch throughout the Memorial Art Gallery. Find details and attend today, September 11, from 5 to 8 p.m.

How is AI transforming peer review? What happens when published research needs correction? Attend an engaging discussion on the future of peer review on September 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the School of Medicine & Dentistry. Whether you’re a researcher, journal editor, administrator, or graduate student, this is a unique opportunity to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping scholarly publishing today. Free and open to all.

TEDxURochester will take place on Wednesday, September 30, from 3:30 to 6 p.m. in the May Room, Wilson Commons. The event features short talks centered on the theme “reHuman,” which explores what it means to place the human experience at the center of design, innovation, creativity, and problem-solving. The student-organized event invites members of the URochester community to come together around new ideas and perspectives. Seats are limited; register to attend.

The 28th annual Healthcare Compliance Conference, presented by the URochester Medicine Office of Integrity and Compliance, takes place on Thursday, October 22, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Find agenda, keynote, and registration details.

The Mitochondrial and Metabolic Research Center’s Annual “Mitochondria and Metabolism Day” is on Thursday, October 29. The event will showcase the work of local faculty and students conducting research in mitochondrial and metabolic science. Learn more and register to attend.

Each fall, part-time students are invited to apply for a free membership to the Goergen Athletic Center, which includes access to free daily yoga classes; access to all athletic facilities, including the pool, tennis courts, and basketball courts; and more to support well-being through mindful movement. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and a limited number of scholarships are available. Brought to you by Health Promotion.

Students applying to a biomedical graduate program can join myHub and the Writing, Speaking, and Argument Program for a two-part workshop designed for undergraduate students and research technicians. Session one takes place on September 16, with session two on September 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. in Rush Rhees Library.

The Undergraduate Research Process Award recognizes URochester students who demonstrate curiosity, initiative, and thoughtful engagement in the early stages of independent research. Visit the award website for application requirements and guidance, and apply by November 20. Email Daniel Castillo with questions.