University flags on the Eastman Quadrangle, near the entrance of Strong Memorial Hospital’s Emergency Department, and atop the Eastman Theatre at the corner of Gibbs and Main Streets, will be lowered on Tuesday, November 3, for Denise Chamberlin, a nurse manager in the gastroenterology department, who died on August 29. Chamberlin joined the University in 2014.

What’s happening across the University’s academic enterprise, and what’s ahead? At the Table, a new Q&A series from the Office of the Provost, brings faculty and staff closer to the leaders, ideas, and priorities shaping URochester’s future. In the first installment, Rob Alexander, the vice provost for enrollment strategy and operations, discusses the evolving approach to recruiting and supporting students, the opportunities and challenges ahead, and the connection between institutional strategy and student success.

If you have an approved tuition reimbursement application for summer 2026, don’t forget to upload your supporting documents to your application in myURHR Workday. All documents must be submitted within 90 days of course completion.

Not sure if you’re on track for retirement or where to start? With MMA Prosper Wise, you get one-on-one financial coaching at no cost. A financial coach can help you build a plan, understand your options, and make confident decisions, whether you’re focused on retirement, budgeting, or saving for what’s next. Members of your household can use this benefit too. Start here, and follow the instructions to create your account.

URochester employees can pursue the 24-month accelerated BSN through the UR Career Pathways program—with full tuition support for tuition costs, books, and fees, plus paid release time—while continuing to work. This part-time, hybrid program prepares you to become an RN in two years through online coursework and hands-on clinical experiences at URochester Medicine. Apply by November 1 for summer entry.

The mission of this symposium is to discuss clinical, translational, and basic science research related to microbial pathogens, commensals, and immunity. Learn more and find the full schedule for the event on Monday, November 2. Registration is required.

Join the Buddhist Meditation Group for weekly sessions on Fridays from noon to 1 p.m. Each session includes two 30-minute practices: a loving-kindness meditation and a guided body scan. Sessions are open to the entire campus community, and all are welcome to drop in for just one of the two practices. Contact Kyle Trenshaw for more information or to be added to the email list. No prior meditation experience is necessary.

Register to join the Center for Community Health & Prevention for its 15th annual Dr. Bernard Guyer Lecture and Special Public Health Grand Rounds on Friday, November 6, at Memorial Art Gallery. Keynote speaker Aza Nedhari, the president, CEO, and cofounder of Mamatoto Village, will present “Collective Care: What If That Were the Intervention?” The event will also feature a panel of local experts representing a range of services and supports for mothers and families.

URochester Medicine’s 7th annual Cardiac Care Collaborative takes place on Saturday, November 21, at Memorial Art Gallery. Find details on the event and register to attend.

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), URochester annually publishes data on athletics participation and spending. A paper copy of the fiscal year 2026 report is available by calling Athletics and Recreation at (585) 275-7643. Access an electronic copy of the report here.

Health Promotion has installed a new Wellness on Demand vending machine, located in Hoeing Hall’s ground-floor lounge/laundry room. The machine is accessible to students until 1 a.m. each night, and all items are free. Contact healthpromotion@rochester.edu with questions.

Students can join Afi Blackshear, a lawyer at Kercher Law, for a moderated conversation about AI, career anxiety, and the opportunity to help shape what comes next. Attend on Monday, October 19, to learn more.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to identify the key components of the faculty role, including teaching, research, and service; differentiate between various types of academic careers and their expectations; and explain the key stages of the faculty search and hiring process. Register to attend on Friday, October 23, at 11 a.m.