Mary Ellen Burris ’68W (EdM): From “voice of the customer” to champion of education
The Warner School graduate built a career advocating for shoppers—then turned her attention to helping future educators thrive.
How educators can help students navigate misinformation
When misinformation often travels faster than facts, teaching young people to discern credible sources has never been more urgent.
Eric Wagner ’97: From first-generation student to RNA trailblazer
The alumnus-turned-faculty member reflects on how his undergraduate years set the stage for his life’s work.
12 essential experiences for Rochester students
Discover the Rochester bucket-list items that you’ll be reminiscing about for years to come.
Forever better at Meliora Weekend 2024
Meliora Weekend hosted thousands of University community members for a weekend of joyous celebrations and meaningful conversations.
Boundless beginnings: Welcoming our newest Yellowjackets to Rochester
More than 1,400 first-year and transfer students joined the Yellowjacket family ahead of the new academic year.
Is a gamma-ray laser possible?
Federal funding will allow Rochester scientists and their European collaborators to study the feasibility of coherent light sources beyond x-rays.
Pair plasmas found in deep space can now be generated in the lab
An international team of scientists has developed a novel way to experimentally produce plasma ‘fireballs’ on Earth.
Laboratory for Laser Energetics opens doors on pivotal building expansion
The first major addition to LLE in more than two decades includes clean room facilities to advance next-generation laser science and technologies.
Stanford’s Laura Carstensen ’78 to deliver 2024 Commencement address
Carstensen is a research psychologist and internationally renowned expert on aging and the effects on well-being of extended lifetimes.