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Robert L. McCrory and Riccardo Betti
University News
April 3, 2014 | 02:52 pm

Riccardo Betti named inaugural Robert L. McCrory Professor

Riccardo Betti, professor of mechanical engineering and of physics and astronomy and assistant director for academic affairs at the Laborator for Laser Energetics, was named the inaugural Robert L. McCrory Professor.

topics: Department of Physics and Astronomy, nuclear fusion, professorships, Riccardo Betti,
Danny Wegman at podium
University News
April 1, 2014 | 03:41 pm

Wegman Foundation gives $17 million to University

The Institute for Data Science and the Golisano Children’s Hospital campaign are flagships of the $1.2 billion goal for The Meliora Challenge: The Campaign for the University of Rochester.

topics: Danny Wegman, data science, gift,
drawing of academic building interior
University News
March 18, 2014 | 06:39 pm

Fund established for campus preservation

Trustee Ronald Rettner wants to ensure that River Campus buildings and spaces, with a strong focus on Eastman Quad, endure for generations to come.

topics: announcements,
peace officers
University News
March 18, 2014 | 06:30 pm

Second class of peace officers graduates

This second graduating class now completes the group of Public Safety staff members planned to serve in this role.

topics: announcements, Department of Public Safety,
crowded hall with posters
University News
March 17, 2014 | 08:32 pm

Diversity Conference celebrates fifth year

This year’s conference Crossroads: An Opportunity for Progress will explore race, power, and definitions of diversity in the University community.

topics: diversity, Diversity Conference, events,
group photo
University News
March 12, 2014 | 05:55 pm

Historian to be first Dexter Perkins Professor

Joan Shelley Rubin is a professor of American cultural history. The endowed position honors the late Dexter Perkins, a prominent American diplomatic historian.

topics: announcements, Department of History, Joan Shelley Rubin, professorships,
Sheryl Lee Ralph
University News
March 6, 2014 | 11:04 pm

Actress/activist to address issues of diversity

Sheryl Lee Ralph, an award-winning actress, activist, and author, will deliver a keynote address during An Evening of Diversity & Empowerment March 28.

topics: diversity, Diversity Conference, events,
University News
March 5, 2014 | 10:13 pm

Nigel Maister is first recipient of Peck Artistic Directorship

Created with a lead gift by University Trustee Janice M. Willett ’78S (MBA) and Joseph T. Willett ’75S (MBA), the Russell and Ruth Peck Artistic Directorship is endowed thanks to generous contributions from 176 additional University alumni and friends.

topics: International Theatre Program, Nigel Maister, Russell Peck,