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Leadership Conversation with David Linehan

November 20, 2025

The Medical Center CEO talks resilience, research, and the future of healthcare at the University of Rochester.

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Transformative gift helps Memorial Art Gallery get closer to its free admission goal

October 30, 2025

Abby and Doug Bennett, with the Sands Family Foundation, give $3 million to support permanent free access—and invite others to join their challenge.

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Leadership conversation with Steve Dewhurst

October 30, 2025

URochester’s vice president for research addresses sweeping shifts in federal research policy and their implications for the University.

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Recent awards spotlight accomplishments of URochester faculty

October 30, 2025

The National Academy of Medicine and the Packard Foundation are among the organizations honoring faculty members at the University.

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How does the federal shutdown affect URochester?

October 29, 2025

In a Q&A with Josh Farrelman, the vice president for government relations discusses current issues and future implications.

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Ruth Lawrence, pioneering pediatrician and breastfeeding advocate, dies at 101

October 16, 2025

Her seven-decade career at the University of Rochester reshaped how clinicians support mothers and infants.

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General Counsel Donna Gooden Payne announces retirement

October 15, 2025

Her expertise has helped the institution navigate some of its most consequential challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Leadership conversation with Kathy Gallucci

October 13, 2025

URochester’s chief human resource officer underscores the importance of employee voices to its future.

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University of Rochester launches refreshed brand identity

October 2, 2025

The refreshed brand builds on the University’s 175-year legacy while spotlighting its vision and values.

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Forming bonds between chemical and sustainability engineering

October 1, 2025

The newly renamed Department of Chemical and Sustainability Engineering signals a commitment to shaping the future of the field.

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New partnership empowers teacher-leaders in semiconductors and microelectronics

September 25, 2025

The program will advance K–12 STEM leadership for these growing industries in New York and Idaho.

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Undergraduate business program to join Simon Business School in fall 2026

September 24, 2025

The move represents the next step in a strong and productive partnership between Simon Business School and the School of Arts & Sciences.