Grant and Tuition Changes
Dear faculty members of the graduate community, As you are aware, there are several changes to federal funding for higher education and science. These pressures include anticipated changes to the…
Academic Budget and Planning Update
University of Rochester faculty and staff: These are challenging and uncertain times for all of us—at the University of Rochester and across higher education. To start, I want to acknowledge…
University Announces International Travel Registration
University of Rochester faculty and staff: The University is updating policies, procedures, and resources to improve support for international travelers on University-sponsored programs or business. Due to anticipated changes…
Megan Ryan Named Assistant Vice Provost for Enrollment
Following a national search, the University of Rochester has appointed Megan Ryan as assistant vice provost for enrollment. Ryan will provide strategic direction and oversight for undergraduate recruitment and admissions…
Four transdisciplinary teams awarded multi-year funding
On Monday, June 9, concluding a yearlong, first-of-its-kind process, President Sarah Mangelsdorf announced that the University is investing $8.5 million in four new transdisciplinary research centers, marking a significant commitment…
Update on Support for Our International Community
To the University of Rochester Community, I am writing to provide an update to my April 22 message about town halls and other resources to support our international community. I…
University Resources and Town Halls for International Community Support
University of Rochester ISO town halls Apr 23-25: visa, OPT & travel guidance; advocating for international students amid policy changes.
University and PERB Discuss Potential Grad Student Strike
University of Rochester met with NYS PERB mediator over the planned grad student strike. No resolution, but the University values dialogue and backs NLRB elections.
University agrees to meet with NYS employment relations board
University of Rochester will meet PERB & SEIU over the April 21 PhD strike, urges advisor‑student dialogue, and pledges no retaliation for lawful participation.
Statment on Graduate Student Unionization Process
Activity surrounding graduate student unionization efforts at the University of Rochester has recently increased. Graduate students at the University are threatening to engage in a strike starting on April 21.…