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Leadership Conversation with Sarah Jesse

The Memorial Art Gallery’s director discussed art, access, and the museum’s future.

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Mt. Hope Family Center receives grant to improve maternal and infant health

The $1.7 million grant will help enhance services for pregnant women, new parents, and infants in Monroe County.

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Rachael Honig named University senior vice president and general counsel

Honig, who joins URochester on August 1, will serve as key legal advisor to the president, the board of trustees, and leadership throughout the University.

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How does URochester measure its economic footprint?

A Q&A with Josh Farrelman, the vice president for government relations, digs into the recent economic impact study and the value of its findings.

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NSF explores Rochester as a potential national hub for laser research and development

The URochester-led STELLAR project is a finalist in the NSF’s Regional Innovation Engines competition.

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New Hire Rochester Internship Program opens doors to paid professional experiences

Exclusively for URochester undergraduates, the program is made possible by trustee Judith Reinsdorf ’86.

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Leadership Conversation with Elaine Sia

February 27, 2026

URochester’s inaugural leader for academic excellence discusses curriculum, value, and how we ensure student success.

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URochester researchers awarded up to $22M to study a hidden driver of aging

February 24, 2026

The ARPA-H–funded collaboration will test whether reducing DNA-triggered inflammation can help older adults stay healthier for longer.

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Tuition, financial aid rates set for 2026–27 academic year

February 18, 2026

The University is dedicating $150 million toward its commitment to affordability through merit- and need-based programs.

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Edward Deci, pioneering psychologist who transformed thinking around human motivation, remembered

February 17, 2026

Deci cofounded the influential self-determination theory with fellow URochester psychology professor Richard Ryan.

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URochester, RIT receive federal funding to expand experimental ways to communicate using individual particles of light

February 12, 2026

The funding for the experimental quantum network RoQNET was secured by Senator Schumer, Senator Gillibrand, and Representative Morelle.

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Campus & Community

URochester-East partnership receives national community-engaged award

February 12, 2026

The partnership between URochester and East High School received national recognition for advancing student success and community impact.