{"id":68782,"date":"2022-01-10T18:55:01","date_gmt":"2022-01-10T18:55:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/uhs\/?page_id=68782"},"modified":"2026-09-09T10:49:46","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T14:49:46","slug":"graduate-student-well-being","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/uhs\/healthpromotion\/graduate-student-well-being\/","title":{"rendered":"Graduate Student Well-being"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":192,"featured_media":0,"parent":206,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-templates\/one-column.php","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_members_access_role":[],"_members_access_error":""},"class_list":["post-68782","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":{"lead_in":"","display_title":"","subtitle":"","call_to_action":"","hero_image_placement":"no_image","hero_media":"images","hero_pattern_option":"","hero_video":"","hero_image_landing":"","hero_image_landing_two":"","hero_image_landing_three":"","content_modules_above":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"overview","css_class":"","title":"<h2>Overview<\/h2>","content":"<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our Purpose<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">In Health Promotion, we are dedicated to supporting the well-being of our graduate students and foster academic success at the University of Rochester. <\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">We strive to make health and well-being an integral part of the University of Rochester student experience, using a collective impact framework that includes cultivating capacity building, shared learning and goals, and cultural, environmental, and policy changes.<\/span>","background_color":"#ffffff","width":"width-medium"}],"sidebar":"show__sidebar","sidebar_feed":"menu_select","menu":"122","page_links":null,"sub_menu":"","content_modules":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"collective","css_class":"","title":"<h2>Graduate Student Well-being Collective<\/h2>","content":"<span class=\"TextRun SCXW57240658 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW57240658 BCX0\">The Graduate Student Wellness Collective comprises of faculty, staff, and students from URochester graduate schools. The Collective\u2019s work centers on improving the well-being of graduate students. Our meetings are open to the public. Collective members volunteer for events, help to promote offerings and resources available on campus for graduate students, and also be able to interact more directly with campus partners to bring changes in resources and practices at the University.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW57240658 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>","background_color":"#ffffff","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"programming","css_class":"","title":"<h2>Programming<\/h2>","content":"<span data-contrast=\"auto\">All of<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> the Health Promotion events are open to graduate students.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> We<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0offer an array of well-being programming, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">including:<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> yoga and meditation classes, meditation retreats, Paws for Stress Relief, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Destress<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Fests, sound ba<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th and acupuncture events, Wellness on Wheels, and more.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/uhs\/healthpromotion\/#events\">Check out our upcoming events!<\/a>","background_color":"#f4f4f4","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"map","css_class":"","title":"<h2>Campus Well-being Resource Map<\/h2>","content":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\">The University of Rochester offers a wide range of resources to support your well-being and help you thrive. Explore our Student Support Resource Map below to discover all the available services!<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/5\/embed?mid=107eaU42cAOPn98_VXmraV58R9DknLCM&amp;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe><\/p>","background_color":"#ffffff","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"care","css_class":"","title":"<h2>CARE Resource Center<\/h2>","content":"Do you have a concern, but not quite sure where to go for help? Visit the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rochester.concerncenter.com\">CARE Resource Center<\/a>! On this website, you are able to browse a large list of concerns, or type in what it is you're looking for. You will be given a variety of options of on and off campus resources available to you!","background_color":"#f4f4f4","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"card_grid","anchor":"","css_class":"","title":"<h2>Resource Topics<\/h2>","description":"","background_color":"#FFFFFF","width":"width-large","columns":"4","cards":[{"card_title":"<strong>Mental Well-being<\/strong>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#00205b","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#mental","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"<strong>Mindfulness<\/strong>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#00205b","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#mindful","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"<strong>Sexual Health<\/strong>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#00205b","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#sexual-health","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"<strong>Food\/Nutrition Resources<\/strong>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#00205b","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#food-nutrition","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"<strong>Sleep<\/strong>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#00205b","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#sleep","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"<strong>Financial Well-being<\/strong>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#00205b","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#financial","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"<strong>General Resources Across the Institution<\/strong>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#00205b","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#general","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""},{"card_title":"<strong>School-Specific Resources<\/strong>","card_text":"","card_background_color":"#00205b","card_hover_color":"#283faf","card_link":{"title":"","url":"#school-specific","target":""},"card_hover_arrow":"","card_image":"","card_image_size":"","card_image_placement":"","card_image_hover_state":"hover_fade","card_image_link":""}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"mental","css_class":"","title":"<h2><strong>Mental Well-being<\/strong><\/h2>","content":"<h3><strong>The University Counseling Center<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nAll full-time graduate students can set up an initial assessment appointment to discuss the options and create a treatment plan that meets their needs. Contact UCC at 585-275-3113 to make an appointment or to learn more.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/uhs\/ucc\/services\/#psychotherapy\">Counseling<\/a> (short-term individual, couples)<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/uhs\/ucc\/crisis-services\/\">Same-day appointments &amp; after-hours crisis line<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/uhs\/ucc\/resources-for-self-help-friends-or-family\/\">Self-help resources<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/uhs\/ucc\/services\/ucc-groups\/\">Skills groups &amp; Grad-student specific therapy groups<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/uhs\/ucc\/services\/#dropin\">Drop-in groups<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Referrals (psychiatry, community therapists) in addition to offering short-term counseling and access to a variety of well-being resources<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/uhs\/ucc\/outreach-special-programs-and-consultation\/\">Consultation services<\/a> when you're concerned about another student<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/uhs\/ucc\/services\/\">Learn more about UCC services.<\/a>\r\n\r\nDo you have other ideas\/questions for how UCC can support you? Contact <a href=\"mailto:michael.siembor@rochester.edu\">Michael Siembor<\/a>.\r\n<h3><strong>The CARE Network<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/care\/reports.html\"><strong>The CARE Network<\/strong><\/a> is a support program that connects students to resources and strategies to facilitate their success. By completing an online referral, a member of the Urochester community identifies a concern(s) they have about a student who may benefit from CARE support. Concerns often include academic challenges, mental health issues, financial struggles, interpersonal conflicts, and medical incidents. The CARE Network team accompanies referred students in navigating such challenges.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/care\/reports.html\"><strong>Submit a CARE Referral or Report<\/strong><\/a> if you have a concern about another student or yourself, and want to get connected to resources through your school.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rochester.concerncenter.com\/\">The CARE Resource Center<\/a><\/strong> is available for self-guided access to resource information both on and off campus anytime.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Crisis or emergency concerns should be handled by the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/public-safety\/\">Department of Public Safety<\/a> (DPS)<\/strong> by calling (585) 275-3333 available 24\/7. For urgent mental health concerns, students can call <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/uhs\/ucc\/\">the University Counseling Center (UCC)<\/a><\/strong> at (585) 275-3113 also available 24\/7.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3><strong>Other Mental Health Resources<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rochester.thrivingcampus.com\/\">Thriving Campus<\/a> \u2013 Find mental health clinicians in the area<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.namiroc.org\/start-here\">National Alliance of Mental Illness<\/a> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namiroc.org\/supportoverview\">Support groups<\/a>, mental health education, advocacy, and a variety of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namiroc.org\/events\">wellness events<\/a>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.namiroc.org\/trusted-resources\">Trusted resources<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"211lifeline.org\">2\/11 Lifeline <\/a>- 24\/7 support by trained counselors<\/li>\r\n \t<li>988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline - Call or text 988<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","background_color":"#f4f4f4","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"mindful","css_class":"","title":"<h2>Mindfulness<\/h2>","content":"<h3><strong>Mindful University Project<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nThe Mindful University Project, an initiative within Health Promotion, is an interdisciplinary collaboration with a mission to empower our campus community to build a culture of mindful presence and compassion.\r\n\r\nThe work of the Mindful University Project allows our students to improve their mental well-being, boost academic flourishing, increase resiliency to stress, and reduce levels of anxiety and depression. Our goal is to create a safe and inclusive space for all students, staff and faculty to learn and engage in mindfulness through:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Calming U introductory <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/mindful\/instruction\/\">mindfulness classes<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/mindful\/meditationandyoga\/\">Daily yoga classes <\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Half-day silent <a href=\"http:\/\/rochester.edu\/mindful\/retreats\"><strong>retreats<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/mindful\/sound-bath-x-acupuncture-events\/\">Sound Bath and Acupuncture Events<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/mindful\/healing-from-within\/\">Healing from Within \u2013 Chronic Pain Class<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/mindful\/student-mindfulness-facilitator-training\/\">Student Mindfulness Facilitator Trainings<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Educational <a href=\"http:\/\/rochester.edu\/mindful\/presentations\"><strong>workshops<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and faculty and staff training<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/mindful\"><strong>Read more\u2026<\/strong><\/a>\r\n<h3>Religious &amp; Spiritual Life<\/h3>\r\nReligious &amp; Spiritual Life is home to 14 different faith communities, all of which offer worship, spiritual practices and opportunities to make friends and have fun. See their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/chapel\/\">website<\/a> for a listing of services and events happening at the chapel.\u00a0Chaplains are available during the day without appointment for students who are struggling and need an empathetic ear. Students do not have to be members of any religious or spiritual tradition to speak with a chaplain, and chaplains will not discuss religion or spirituality unless the student wishes to do so. We also have a\u00a0labyrinth for meditative walking.\r\n<h3><strong>Buddhist Meditation Group <\/strong><\/h3>\r\nJoin the URochester Buddhist Meditation Group via Zoom for weekly sessions each semester. Each session includes a brief introduction to a mindfulness practice (e.g., loving kindness, body scanning, thought labeling, walking meditation, etc.), the practice itself, and some time to discuss together afterward. Contact\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:kyle.trenshaw@rochester.edu\"><strong>Kyle Trenshaw<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for more information or to be added to the email list. No prior meditation experience is necessary. We look forward to sitting in community with you!","background_color":"#ffffff","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"sexual-health","css_class":"","title":"<h2>Sexual Health<\/h2>","content":"<h3><strong>Sex Ed 101 <\/strong><\/h3>\r\nDo you feel like you didn\u2019t learn enough about sexual health before coming to the university or in your time spent here already? Join our online program, Sex Ed 101, to learn all the basics of sexual health. Over the course of 21 days, you will learn about contraception, consent, masturbation, and more! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/uhs\/healthpromotion\/focus-areas\/sexualhealth\/#sexed\">Learn more and join at any time on our website.<\/a>","background_color":"#f4f4f4","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"food-nutrition","css_class":"","title":"<h2>Food\/Nutrition Resources<\/h2>","content":"<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">UHS Nutrition Services<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">The University Health Service (UHS) offers nutrition services for student patients. These services are offered by a registered dietitian. Your UHS primary care provider may refer you to the dietitian, or you may choose to schedule an appointment on your own. We recommend checking your insurance coverage before receiving services. To schedule an appointment, call UHS at <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">585-275-2662<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Food Pantry<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Food Pantry is dedicated to challenging the rising issue of student food insecurity on campus by supporting and serving all students and postdocs at the University of Rochester. Individuals can browse and choose non-perishable items during the Pantry\u2019s operation hours in 105 Wilson Commons, or pre-order a bag for pick up.\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/college\/wcsa\/services\/food-pantry\/index.html\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Check out their website<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202ffor more information!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Rochester Public Market<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Looking to get some cheap, nourishing vegetables, fruits, and\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofrochester.gov\/publicmarket\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">other<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202ffood items to keep you fueled as we enter into finals season?\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofrochester.gov\/publicmarket\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Visit the Rochester Public Market<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202ffrom 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and<\/span>\u00a0<span data-contrast=\"auto\">6<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Westside Farmers Market<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Head over to the 19<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fWard on Tuesdays from June<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202funtil October<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0from 4-7 PM to get some affordable and nutritious produce, jams, meats, and more at\u202f<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.westsidemarketrochester.com\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">the Westside Farmers Market<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">! Located at 831 Genesee Street. You can<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.westsidemarketrochester.com\/vendors.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">check out a list of their vendors on their website<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fand even\u202f<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.westsidemarketrochester.com\/volunteer.html\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">sign up to volunteer<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202ffor them!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>","background_color":"#ffffff","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"sleep","css_class":"","title":"<h2><strong>Sleep<\/strong><\/h2>","content":"<h3><strong>Zzzzs to As Online Sleep Challenge<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nOur online program provides students with practical tips and strategies to calm the mind for a better night\u2019s sleep. The 21-day challenge includes:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>An online presentation covering the science and physiology of sleep, as well as sleep challenges common to college students.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Informational emails about sleep &amp; diet, caffeine &amp; alcohol consumption, technology use, and environmental factors that disrupt sleep.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Relaxation and mindfulness training.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Simple &amp; practical tips.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Sleep logs and other helpful tracking tools.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nRegistration for this online program is open all year and students can begin any time. To sign up, visit our\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/eepurl.com\/c7S5o1\"><strong>registration page<\/strong><\/a>. Upon registration you will receive an email to complete a sleep questionnaire. After that, participants will benefit from motivational quick tips (sent approximately every three days) and educational emails (sent once per week).\r\n<h3><strong>Other Sleep Resources<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.risescience.com\/rochester\"><strong>Download the RISE App<\/strong><\/a><strong> \u2013 <\/strong>the first energy management app that helps improve sleep and energy to help people reach their potential! Students get free 4-year premium access with their URochester email.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/justgetflux.com\/\"><strong>F.lux<\/strong><\/a><strong> \u2013 <\/strong>Decrease blue light on your computer!<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sleepfoundation.org\/bedroom\/\"><strong>Create the Best Environment for Sleep<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/sleep\/index.html\"><strong>An Overall Sleep Guide<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sleepeducation.org\/healthy-sleep\/healthy-sleep-habits\/\"><strong>Healthy Sleep Habits<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","background_color":"#f4f4f4","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"financial","css_class":"","title":"<h2>Financial Well-being<\/h2>","content":"<h3><strong>Graduate Assistantships<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nGraduate assistantships under the Office for Residential Life and Housing Services are currently open, such as Graduate Head Resident, Graduate House Advisor, Graduate Community Assistant, and more! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/reslife\/leadership\/graduate-assistantship.html\">Check out all the positions and apply on their website.<\/a>\r\n<h3><strong>Scholarship Funding<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nLooking for some scholarship funding? This is the time of year to apply! Please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/financial-aid\/outside-scholarships\/#search-engines\">refer to the University of Rochester\u2019s Financial Aid Outside Scholarship page<\/a> for a comprehensive list of scholarship engines.\r\n\r\nIf you have any questions about how an outside scholarship would impact any other component of your financial aid awarding, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/financial-aid\/contact-us\/\">please connect with your financial aid counselor<\/a>.","background_color":"#ffffff","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"general","css_class":"","title":"<h2>General Resources Across the Institution<\/h2>","content":"<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/oee\/\"><strong>Office of University Engagement and Enrichment<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\r\n<u>OEE\u2019s mission is to provide educational and programmatic opportunities through strategic collaborations for the University community to engage openly, learn continuously, and contribute meaningfully, while prioritizing respect, curiosity, well-being, and care.<\/u>\r\n\r\nOEE offers an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/oee\/events\/\">array of events<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/oee\/training\/\">education and programming<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/oee\/resources\/engage\/\">engagement opportunities<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/oee\/better-together-the-constructive-dialogue-practice\/\">presentations by request<\/a>.\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/ombuds\/\"><strong>University Ombuds<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\r\nThe goal of the University Ombuds is to promote a respectful and inclusive community. This is done by resolving conflicts, challenging perceptions, and advocating for fairness for everyone at the University.\r\n\r\nGraduate students at the University can use the Ombuds for conflict resolution, consultation, coaching, and an information resource. Interactions with Ombuds is confidential and an \u201cinformal process\u201d.\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/disability\/\"><strong>Office of Disability Resources<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\r\n<u>The Office of Disability Resources (ODR) is a team of dedicated professionals to ensure that members of our community with disabilities have equal access, reasonable accommodation, and full participation in the University experience. Students <\/u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/disability\/students\/\">can request academic accommodations<\/a><u> with the Office of Disability Resources. <\/u>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/disability\/documenting\/\">Guidelines for Documenting a Disability<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/disability\/policies\/\">Policies<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/parking\/accessible-parking\/\">Parking<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/disability\/housing-and-dining\/\">Housing and Dining<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/disability\/assistance-animals\/\">Assistance Animals<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","background_color":"#ffffff","width":"width-large"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion_new","anchor_id":"school-specific","classes":"","title":"<h2>School-Specific Resources<\/h2>","description":"","background":"plain","background_color":"#ffffff","style":"row_blank","expand":"no","accordions":[{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"The School of Arts & Sciences and The Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences","icon":"","row_content":"The School of Arts &amp; Sciences and The Hajim School of Engineering &amp; Applied Sciences\r\n\r\nGraduate students in SAS or Hajim have access to support in the Graduate Education &amp; Postdoctoral Affairs (GEPA) office. 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