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Reitumetse Obakeng Mabokela appointed vice provost for global engagement

August 28, 2025

Mabokela, a respected leader in global education, will provide strategic leadership for the University's global partnerships and programs.

Thomas J. Farrell Senior Vice President and James D. Thompson Chief Advancement Officer

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Leadership Conversation with Thomas Farrell ’88, ’90W (MS)

August 28, 2025

As the University’s comprehensive campaign nears launch, Farrell reflects on philanthropy’s power to connect communities and shape higher education.

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Wendi Heinzelman reappointed as Hajim School dean

August 22, 2025

Supporting the continued growth of the school’s research enterprise is among the key initiatives she'll focus on in her third term.

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Geoffrey Berg named senior vice president and chief investment officer

Berg begins in his new role managing the University’s permanent funding sources on October 1.

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Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer Doug Phillips retiring after 25 years

Phillips’ stewardship, insight, and foresight strengthened his management of the University’s investments.

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University leaders provide update on federal policy changes

The president, provost, and Medical Center CEO discussed the potential impact of recent changes to the institution and area community.

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Carey Anne Zucca named senior associate vice president for principal gifts and presidential advancement

An experienced fundraiser, Zucca will play a key role in the University’s fundraising and engagement campaign.

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New York renews partnership with University center to boost innovation, economic growth

Rochester’s Center for Emerging and Innovative Sciences drives research commercialization in key technology fields, from photonics to life sciences.

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Rochester named site of research center to study the biology of aging

The NIH-funded center will allow researchers to explore why some species live longer—and what that could mean for human health.

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University of Rochester launches initiative to strengthen youth mental healthcare

A federally funded collaboration will prepare mental health professionals to work with youth in under-resourced communities.

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Rochester faculty appointed to named professorships

During the first half of 2025, several faculty members were appointed to named professorships, celebrating their work as researchers, scholars, and teachers.

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Anthony Beckman named associate vice president for research administration

Beckman, who has been involved in sponsored research projects at Rochester for more than 20 years, had served in an interim role since January 1.