Leadership Conversations

As part of a commitment to transparency and consistent communications Leadership Conversations is a series of webinars and Q&As that deliver perspectives from URochester leaders on matters that affect the University’s mission, vision, values, and progress toward the goals of Boundless Possibility.

The series of webinars below will explore broad-scale topics and provide insight into how we are responding to current and pressing issues.

Portrait of Tom Farrell ’88, ’90W (MS) Senior Vice President and James D. Thompson Chief Advancement Officer

Tom Farrell ’88, ’90W (MS)
Senior vice president for University advancement

August 20 | Noon–1 p.m.

Find out: Why the University is launching a comprehensive philanthropy and engagement campaign and how it will support Rochester’s mission, unite its community, and shape its future.

Related strategic plan goals: Sustainable growth

Kathleen Gallucci, Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer

Kathy Gallucci
Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer

October 3 | Noon–1 p.m.

Related strategic plan goals: Faculty and staff success

Portrait of Steve Dewhurst, Vice president for research and chief research officer

Steve Dewhurst
Vice president for research and chief research officer

October 17 | Noon–1 p.m.

Find out: How we are strengthening and expanding the research enterprise by supporting transdisciplinary research, forging new industry partnerships, and attracting top faculty.

Related strategic plan goals: Research excellence and global reputation

David C. Linehan, M.D. University of Rochester, Senior Vice President for Health Sciences, CEO of the Medical Center, and Dean of the School of Medicine and Dentistry

David Linehan
Senior vice president for health sciences, CEO of the medical center, and dean of the School of Medicine and Dentistry

November 7 | Noon–1 p.m.

Find out: How our vision will shape the medical center and build programs of excellence in research, education, and clinical care.

Related strategic plan goals: Healthcare of the highest order

Portrait of Elaine Sia, Senior vice provost for academic excellence.

Elaine Sia
Senior vice provost for academic excellence

December 5 | 1–2 p.m.

Find out: How we are fostering a supportive and dynamic environment that attracts and retains high caliber students.

Related strategic plan goals: Exceptional undergraduate and graduate education