Awards honor outstanding staff contributions
The annual President’s Staff Awards celebrate the accomplishments of staff members across the University.
Eastman School of Music Dean Jamal Rossi to step down after 2023–24 academic year
Rossi has served as the Joan and Martin Messinger Dean since 2014, presiding over a transformational period for the renowned music school.
Julie Myers named 2023 Technology Woman of the Year
The nonprofit TechRochester recognized Myers, who joined the University in 2006 and became CIO in 2021, for her achievements.
Shaun Nelms appointed vice president for community partnerships
The new role seeks to deepen the University’s commitment to the city and the region.
Joan Saab, interim dean of faculty in AS&E, to be next provost at University of Richmond
An accomplished and sought-after scholar, she has held several leadership positions during her tenure at Rochester.
MAG director to lead DC art museum
Jonathan Binstock has been named the next director of the Phillips Collection in Washington, DC, home to a storied collection of Impressionist and modern art.
Environmental Health & Safety’s Mark Cavanaugh to retire in December
Cavanaugh has been the University’s longest-serving leader of EH&S, contributing to numerous expansion and renovation projects over the years.
Erin Martin Kane named interim vice president for communications
Kane, who brings more than 25 years of experience in communications, public affairs, and marketing, begins the role on November 20.
Gloria Culver to step down as dean of the School of Arts & Sciences
Culver has served as dean since 2015, overseeing an expansion of interdisciplinary units and supporting school-wide research initiatives.
Frances Mueller named chief of staff and special advisor to the president
Mueller brings to the role more than 20 years of experience as an administrator at the University of Michigan.