University commits to $15 minimum wage by 2022 as part of RMAPI efforts
As the region’s largest employer and a member of the Rochester-Monroe Anti-Poverty Initiative, the University is announcing its commitment to set its minimum wage at $15 per hour by December 2022.
University libraries’ Mavrinac era coming to a close
Nationally recognized as a leader among research libraries, Mary Ann Mavrinac transformed River Campus resources and spaces.
University applauds ruling on DHS and DOL H-1B rules
A federal judge has ruled in favor of the University’s October 19 lawsuit, deciding that interim rules from the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Labor restricting H-1B visas must both be set aside.
Jannick Rolland named fellow of National Academy of Inventors
The director of the Center for Freeform Optics holds more than 50 patents and is considered a pioneer in optical applications in augmented and virtual reality.
Computer scientist James Allen named AAAS fellow
James Allen, professor in the Department of Computer Science, is being recognized for his “broad contributions to artificial intelligence and natural language understanding.”
University celebrates Supreme Court ruling upholding DACA program
The University reaffirms its unqualified support to its undocumented students and employees who study and work here under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
Theodore Brown receives Lifetime Achievement Award from American Association for the History of Medicine
Over the course of his distinguished career, the professor emeritus of history and public health sciences has “advanced the cutting edge of medical historical scholarship and shaped the work of other historians.”
18 current, former Rochester students earn NSF fellowships
Seven Rochester undergraduates, five graduate students, and six alumni will receive funding for graduate degrees in STEM, STEM education, and social science fields.
University sets tuition rates, financial aid for 2020-21
The Board of Trustees has approved tuition and financial aid rates for the 2020-21 academic year at the University of Rochester.
Advisory committee established to evaluate displays in Wilson Commons
A new advisory committee, jointly charged by President Sarah Mangelsdorf, Provost Robert Clark, and Dean of the College Jeffrey Runner, met this week to begin work on community outreach and engagement on the topic of displays in Hirst Lounge, Wilson Commons.