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University of Rochester trustee emeritus E. Philip Saunders at a podium.

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Saunders Foundation makes $30 million commitment to the University of Rochester Medical Center

October 23, 2024

In recognition, the University will rename the UR Medicine Orthopaedics & Physical Performance Center at Marketplace Mall.

Lynne Maquat, surrounded by colleagues and balloons, smiles and looks to the side during a press conference.

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Lynne Maquat wins Albany Prize, Janssen Award

October 9, 2024

The recent honors recognize Maquat’s foundational research on the RNA mechanisms that contribute to a wide range of diseases.

Hands place "I voted today" stickers on Susan B. Anthony's headstone.

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University leaders encourage you to vote and make your voice heard

October 1, 2024

Exercising the right to vote helps build a robust and equitable civic culture at Rochester.

Aerial view of the University of Rochester's River Campus with the Interfaith Chapel in the foreground during the fall.

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Planned River Campus building projects designed to enhance the student experience

September 30, 2024

The donor-funded projects alleviate the space constraints of the Interfaith Chapel.

Aerial view of the residential quad area of the University of Rochester.

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Dan Watts named executive director of residential life and housing services

September 19, 2024

Watts has shown his deep commitment to the student experience during his decades-long career in residential life.

White text reads "Faculty Awards" against a blue-colored background image of architectural detail featuring an ironwork owl and vines.

Health & Medicine

Recent awards showcase accomplishments of Rochester faculty

August 22, 2024

Faculty members are being recognized for contributions to their respective fields.

Exterior view of Meliora Hall on the River Campus.

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Rochester’s clinical psychology doctoral program earns PCSAS accreditation

The PhD program is one of 48 nationwide recognized for excellence in science-centered education and training.

The upper halves of about five Rochester, New York, houses framed by green trees and shrubs and a blue sky to illustrate the University of Rochester's expanded home ownership incentive program.

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Home Ownership Incentive Program for University employees expands to entire city of Rochester

The financial incentive for University of Rochester employees is also more than doubling.

University seal

Health & Medicine

Rochester faculty appointed to named professorships

Named professorships are part of a long-standing tradition to celebrate Rochester’s faculty as researchers, scholars, and teachers.

Nicole Sampson closeup shown outdoors against grass, tree, sunshine.

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Nicole S. Sampson named interim provost

Sampson, dean of the School of Arts & Sciences, will begin the new role on August 1.

Senator Schumer, in front of other leaders, holds sign that says Route 90, "NY Semiconductor Superhighway."

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Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse Tech Hub wins $40 million for semiconductor innovation

The University of Rochester is a lead partner in a three-region consortium focused on semiconductor manufacturing and innovation.

A music therapist smiles and holds paddle drums while a patient in a hospital gown seen from behind uses paddle sticks to beat the drums.

Health & Medicine

New Eastman Performing Arts Medicine Center integrates music in healing

The transdisciplinary center spans University of Rochester schools and its Medical Center to leverage institutional resources and expertise.