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University News

Nicole S. Sampson appointed Dean of the School of Arts & Sciences

Sampson brings to the position an impressive background in academia and a commitment to excellence in higher education and student success.

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Health & Medicine

Awards honor outstanding staff contributions

The annual President’s Staff Awards celebrate the accomplishments of staff members across the University.

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Eastman School of Music Dean Jamal Rossi to step down after 2023–24 academic year

Rossi has served as the Joan and Martin Messinger Dean since 2014, presiding over a transformational period for the renowned music school.

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Health & Medicine

Awards and accolades set Rochester faculty apart

The National Academy of Sciences, the American Musical Instrument Society, and the American Educational Research Association are among the organizations honoring faculty.

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Julie Myers named 2023 Technology Woman of the Year

The nonprofit TechRochester recognized Myers, who joined the University in 2006 and became CIO in 2021, for her achievements.

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Health & Medicine

Professional organizations bestow honors on Rochester faculty

The recognitions highlight faculty contributions to imaging science, oral health, community building, toxicology, and more.

Shaun Nelms.

University News

Shaun Nelms appointed vice president for community partnerships

The new role seeks to deepen the University’s commitment to the city and the region.

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Joan Saab, interim dean of faculty in AS&E, to be next provost at University of Richmond

An accomplished and sought-after scholar, she has held several leadership positions during her tenure at Rochester.

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Tuition rates, financial aid increases set for 2023–24 academic year

Financial aid funding in the College is rising by 8.6 percent to nearly $153 million in institutional grants and scholarships.

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Health & Medicine

Awards and honors highlight Rochester faculty’s professional accomplishments

Optica, the National Endowment for the Humanities, the Gruber Foundation, and other organizations are among those bestowing recent honors on Rochester faculty.

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University News

University to administer student survey on sexual misconduct in March

February 27, 2023

The survey results will be used to guide policies that encourage a healthy, safe, and nondiscriminatory environment at Rochester.

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Rochester faculty appointed to named professorships

January 31, 2023

Several faculty members at the University of Rochester were appointed to named professorships in the second half of 2022.