
‘Grand’ commitment makes history at Memorial Art Gallery
The $3.5 million commitment from a generous patron for the expansion, renovation, and perpetual support of the museum’s Grand Gallery is the largest gift the museum has received in its 104-year history.

Report points to University’s growth in global connections
The University’s continued development as a global university according to Open Doors 2016, an annual report on international education trends which coincides with the celebration of International Education Week (IEW).

Evening and late-night transportation, parking options expanded
Increased access to parking lots and additional shuttle stops will ensure greater convenience and safety for University community members, especially students who live off campus.

Public Safety is collecting holiday gifts to help children of domestic violence
The Willow Center’s Purple Box campaign launches this time each year in recognition of national Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Disability Awareness Campaign spreads understanding of differences, resources
The campaign highlights the services available to University community members who every day cope with a disability or have a special accessibility need.

University funds undergraduate research globally
Each summer the University allocates thousands of dollars to enable to students to conduct research here or abroad—independently, in a lab, or under the guidance of a professor.

University sponsoring community-focused lecture series
A new lecture and community conversation series, to be held at Brue Coffee on Genesee Street, aims to bring students and the community together for topical conversation.

Film festival showcases contemporary French cinema
This fall’s theme reflects a combination of contemporary films and genres that have been selected by students in French classes, focusing on action, biopic, comedy, documentary & drama.

Building Healthy Children program honors graduates
A group of young mothers have completed a three-year program of the University’s Mt. Hope Family Center that offers early intervention support in their new roles as parents.

University community honors Ed Hajim ’58 with new quadrangle dedication and statue
Hajim was University Board chairman from 2008 to 2016, and has served the University in many capacities for nearly 60 years. The new bronze statue of Hajim was created this year by internationally renowned sculptor Marc Mellon, who in 2009 also made the George Eastman statue on the Eastman Quad.