
Frederick Douglass Medal to be presented to Northwestern’s dean of communication
E. Patrick Johnson is recognized for contributions to engaged scholarship and public performance.

Monetary policy vs. fiscal policy: Which is more effective at stimulating the economy?
Rochester economist Narayana Kocherlakota explains the difference between the two—and why fiscal policy in the form of stimulus checks for all adults comes out ahead.

‘High risk’ project uses quantum science to unlock new chemical reactions
Rochester scientists have secured national funding for a multi-institutional research effort that could alter the basic rules of chemistry.

Harl Tolbert to lead URVentures
As the associate vice president for URVentures, Harl Tolbert wants to build effective bridges between University of Rochester researchers and commercial partners.

Jeffrey McCune Jr. returns to Rochester to lead Frederick Douglass Institute
The accomplished scholar discusses the importance of Black studies as well as his plans to expand the scope of the institute at the University of Rochester and in communities beyond campus.

Rochester researchers join national initiative to advance quantum science
Rochester researchers led by Todd Krauss, a professor of chemistry, are joining a major US Department of Energy-funded initiative to advance quantum science and technology.

Why the pandemic economy’s higher inflation rate is ‘a short-term blip’
Rochester economist Narayana Kocherlakota says a return to 1970s levels of inflation is unlikely—but offers a cautionary note.

Simon MBA follows his principles as a leader who benefits society
MBA candidate Keenan Heyward says Rochester’s business school helped hone his ideas about professional and community leadership.

Thanks to persistence and tough love, a first-generation student earns his doctorate in education
Miguel Baique says his Warner School experience moves him closer to his goal of being a chief diversity officer.

University affiliate NextCorps receives federal grant to help create software companies
The SPRINT Challenge award will benefit students at the University of Rochester and RIT, as NextCorps plans to offer internships with the new software startups.