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Juneteenth commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States and affirms the contributions of Black and African American communities to the nation’s growth. Beginning in 2022, the University of Rochester will recognize it as an official University holiday.

Campbell, who has attracted record funding for LLE during his four years as director, will step down in January 2022.

Rochester professors Will Bridges, Jason Middleton, and Elaine Sia will be formally recognized for their exceptional undergraduate teaching on October 28.

The University’s director of disability compliance is being recognized for her efforts in hiring and promoting people with disabilities.

The annual award honors the contributions of graduate students in classrooms and laboratories across the University. This year’s recipients come from different disciplines, but share many things in common.

Crawford has served as the University’s senior vice president for administration and finance, chief financial officer, and treasurer since 2016.

Health and safety were top priorities during the first large event for alumni, students, and families since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Additional operational changes and new dining options will help ensure students have access to ample food choices.

Takei is the latest guest speaker to visit campus as part of the Difficult Conversations as a Catalyst for Change series.

The University is finalizing the purchase of the Brooks Crossing apartment complex, which it has leased and used for upperclass student housing since 2014.