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Michael Liberty named associate vice president and chief safety officer

November 2, 2023

Liberty, an expert in exposure assessment and reducing worker risks, has been serving in an interim capacity since December 2022.

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Lea Nordhaus named secretary to the University’s Board of Trustees

September 12, 2023

Effective October 1, Nordhaus will serve the board, report to the president, and work with the senior leadership team.

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John Blackshear named University’s vice president for student life

August 28, 2023

In the role, Blackshear will oversee the creation of a new division dedicated to the student experience at Rochester.

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Page Hetzel named University’s first vice president for marketing and communications

Hetzel brings to the position extensive experience and expertise from her work at Stanford University and Hewlett Packard.

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Stephen Dewhurst appointed vice president for research

Stephen Dewhurst has been named the University's vice president for research following a national search.

Adrienne Morgan.

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Adrienne Morgan appointed vice president for equity and inclusion and Richard Feldman Chief Diversity Officer

Adrienne Morgan has been named the University's vice president for equity and inclusion and Richard Feldman Chief Diversity Officer, following a national search.

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Nicole S. Sampson appointed Dean of the School of Arts & Sciences

Sampson brings to the position an impressive background in academia and a commitment to excellence in higher education and student success.

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Health & Medicine

Awards honor outstanding staff contributions

The annual President’s Staff Awards celebrate the accomplishments of staff members across the University.

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University News

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.

University News

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.