University Trustee Sandy Parker remembered for her devotion to Rochester, education
University of Rochester Trustee Sandra (Sandy) Parker—community advocate, philanthropist, and admired business leader—passed away on June 5 at the age of 75.
University of Rochester among first to join White House COVID-19 College Vaccine Challenge
Participants in the challenge commit to taking key actions to help get their campus communities vaccinated.
Wade Norwood to deliver 2021 College Commencement address
Norwood will also receive the Distinguished Alumnus Award from the School of Arts & Sciences.
Board elects three members, honors four life trustees
Rochester’s new trustees bring invaluable insight and expertise in many areas, including medicine, business, and diversity.
Recreational marijuana remains prohibited on University’s campuses
Despite a new state law, marijuana remains prohibited on campus and University properties because of federal restrictions.
2021 honorary degrees, medals, and teaching awards announced
Distinguished leaders, educators, and humanitarians will be honored during this spring’s commencement ceremonies.
Commencement 2021: Planning pomp and circumstance during a pandemic
Amid ever-changing COVID-19 guidelines, University staff have worked tirelessly to organize a safe and meaningful hybrid commencement for the Class of 2021.
Rochester’s latest CAREER award recipients pursue wide range of projects
University of Rochester researchers have received the National Science Foundation’s most prestigious award for early-career faculty.
University-wide coalition on student mental health and wellness is formed
The new group will assess the current state of student mental health at Rochester and make recommendations to improve student well-being.
Salim Alani to retire as executive director of internal audit
Alani has served in the role for more than two decades. Chris Butler will become interim director of the Office of University Audit on August 1.