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University News

Honors and awards showcase faculty achievements

URochester faculty members have received national honors from professional and scholarly organizations.

Shaun Nelms sitting in a classroom with a group of students.

Campus & Community

URochester-East partnership receives national community-engaged award

February 12, 2026

The partnership between URochester and East High School received national recognition for advancing student success and community impact.

ornate owl with the words Faculty Awards next to it.

University News

Accolades highlight faculty scholarship, research contributions

January 30, 2026

As part of an ongoing series, we’re highlighting the contributions of URochester faculty.

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University News

URochester faculty appointed to named professorships

January 26, 2026

Named positions are part of a long-standing tradition to celebrate the work of URochester’s faculty as researchers, scholars, and teachers.

A student with intellectual disability (Down syndrome) surrounded by friends and family at graduation.

University News

New partnership to strengthen postsecondary accreditation for students with intellectual disability

January 15, 2026

A federal grant to URochester and the Inclusive Higher Education Accreditation Council advances quality, transparency, and workforce outcomes nationwide.

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University News

Melissa Sturge-Apple named dean of the Warner School of Education & Human Development

December 8, 2025

As interim dean, she has guided the school through a period of transition while building on the school’s strategic priorities and strong foundation.

The exterior game park at the Strong Museum of Play.

University News

Let’s play! URochester and The Strong Museum partner to advance research and innovation

December 3, 2025

The collaboration expands opportunities for education, innovation, and community engagement through the power of play.

A teacher and three students wade in a creek as part of the curriculum at their rural schools in New York State.

Campus & Community

Transforming what’s possible for rural schools

November 24, 2025

How the Warner School’s wide-ranging programs are strengthening the educators, students, and communities at the heart of rural New York.

Mary Ellen Burris next to an illustration that says "my rochester story with Mary Ellen Burris '68 (EdM)."

Campus & Community

Mary Ellen Burris ’68W (EdM): From “voice of the customer” to champion of education

October 31, 2025

The Warner School graduate built a career advocating for shoppers—then turned her attention to helping future educators thrive.

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University News

New partnership empowers teacher-leaders in semiconductors and microelectronics

September 25, 2025

The program will advance K–12 STEM leadership for these growing industries in New York and Idaho.