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The Boundless Possibility blog aims to address questions as fundamental as “What’s happening with the strategic plan?”

  • Published On: April 15, 2025|10.9 min read|

    Soundspace unites music, tech, and science to revolutionize sound, AI, and media—driving innovation, research, and immersive experiences.

  • Published On: April 14, 2025|1.9 min read|

    Leading health equity at URMC, Wendy drives system-level change to ensure inclusive, accessible care for all patients across communities.

  • Published On: March 27, 2025|9.7 min read|

    Unlock resilience with UR³C: a transdisciplinary RFP bridging cellular science and community health to transform stress research.

  • Published On: March 25, 2025|1.7 min read|

    Meet Meghan Plate, a visionary administrator uniting diverse teams and pioneering innovative strategies to transform healthcare education at the School of Medicine and Dentistry.

  • Published On: March 20, 2025|12.5 min read|

    Discover how the Institute for Public and Creative Scholarship is revolutionizing research with public-facing, transdisciplinary innovation.

  • Published On: March 12, 2025|1.6 min read|

    Meet Rachel Roberts, Eastman School of Music’s dynamic leader inspiring boundless innovation in music and education.

  • Published On: March 6, 2025|10.3 min read|

    Discover how Rochester’s master plan aligns campus development with strategic goals, repurposes Intercampus Drive, and engages community.

  • Published On: March 3, 2025|7.8 min read|

    Unlocking fluid mysteries: a transdisciplinary center uniting biomechanics, planetary science & plasma physics to solve big challenges.

  • Published On: February 28, 2025|6.2 min read|

    Dive into a candid discussion on dynamic tactics and leadership shifts driving the University’s strategic plan—with transparency fueling progress.

  • Published On: February 25, 2025|1.8 min read|

    Shaun Nelms pushes boundaries and challenges norms, forging innovative community partnerships to drive bold, lasting change.

  • Published On: February 5, 2025|9.9 min read|

    Discover CHAVR: transdisciplinary AR/VR research uniting optics, neuroscience & engineering to revolutionize immersive tech.

  • Published On: January 22, 2025|3.6 min read|

    Discover VP John Blackshear’s follow-up strat chat on enhancing student life at Rochester with integrated academic and social support.

  • Published On: January 10, 2025|1.9 min read|

    Jennie Noll, PhD pioneers boundless care and research, breaking barriers to protect at‐risk children and build healthier communities.

  • Published On: December 18, 2024|6.9 min read|

    Discover Rochester’s new center for emergent complexity in biomaterials—unlocking nature’s secrets to advance health, energy & the environment.

  • Published On: December 10, 2024|7.3 min read|

    VP John Blackshear outlines student well-being, success, housing & dining priorities in this candid strat chat on Rochester’s strategic plan.

  • Published On: December 3, 2024|1.6 min read|

    Col Raimond champions a boundless, inclusive University—empowering authentic identities and creating safe spaces for students, staff & community.

  • Published On: November 25, 2024|7.4 min read|

    Discover Rochester’s proposed Center for Applied Biopsychosocial Research—a transdisciplinary hub advancing person-centered health innovations inspired by the BPS model.

  • Published On: November 20, 2024|1.3 min read|

    Stephanie Von Bacho champions a boundless mindset at Rochester—empowering lifelong learning, innovative upskilling, and dynamic career growth.

  • Published On: November 18, 2024|11.6 min read|

    Check out UR Stars, Rochester’s digital high-five program that celebrates employee achievements and boosts engagement across the University.

  • Published On: November 13, 2024|8.2 min read|

    Explore AI Horizons Institute—Rochester’s transdisciplinary hub advancing generative AI breakthroughs, ethical frameworks, and transformative applications in healthcare and education.

  • Published On: October 22, 2024|1 min read|

    Jennifer Mathews champions boundless innovation—breaking barriers and inspiring collaboration to advance academic excellence at Rochester.

  • Published On: October 18, 2024|4.7 min read|

    Addressing New York’s nursing shortage, the UR Nursing Scholars Program offers a tuition-free pathway with hands-on training to build a diverse, skilled healthcare workforce.

  • Published On: October 9, 2024|7.6 min read|

    Explore how transdisciplinary research unites diverse disciplines—like fusion cooking—to transform Rochester’s research reputation and spark groundbreaking innovation.

  • Published On: October 8, 2024|1.3 min read|

    Nathan Smith champions boundlessness through equity and inclusion, forging a diverse, thriving community for exceptional education at Rochester.

  • Published On: September 24, 2024|1.4 min read|

    Get inspired by our Boundless Possibility hype video—see iconic movie moments and discover what “boundless” means at Rochester.

  • Published On: September 24, 2024|1 min read|

    President Sarah Mangelsdorf unveils her inaugural State of the Plan, spotlighting Boundless Possibility’s progress and community insights.

From the archives

  • Published On: November 27, 2023|1.7 min read|

    Rochester a lead partner in consortium focused on semiconductor manufacturing and innovation.

  • Published On: November 20, 2023|2.5 min read|

    The Medical Center breaks ground on a five-year project to expand Strong Memorial Hospital.

  • Published On: September 14, 2023|1.2 min read|

    Medical Center and Hajim School researchers use artificial intelligence to detect malignant breast tissue.

  • Published On: September 14, 2023|2.7 min read|

    Digital media studies students team up with the Memorial Art Gallery to expand the museum’s reach.

  • Published On: September 14, 2023|2.5 min read|

    Rochester makes significant commitment to the study of Black life, culture, and issues.

  • Published On: September 14, 2023|2.4 min read|

    Rochester is among the nation’s most welcoming to LGBTQ+ community according to Campus Pride Index.

  • Published On: September 14, 2023|2.1 min read|

    The University of Rochester Medical Center has used music as a therapeutic tool since 1997.

  • Published On: September 14, 2023|1.9 min read|

    Some of Rochester’s most distinguished faculty members receive prestigious appointments.

  • Published On: September 14, 2023|3.4 min read|

    We’re modernizing and optimizing the way we budget and allocate resources to realize our University-wide aspirations.

  • Published On: September 13, 2023|1.4 min read|

    An NSF grant positions Rochester to lead the effort in development of the next generation of lasers.

  • Published On: September 13, 2023|4.8 min read|

    The Office of Human Resources has put miles on a modernization path that will better support the current and future needs of Rochester employees.

  • Published On: September 12, 2023|1.4 min read|

    John Blackshear, Rochester’s first vice president for student life, is poised to lead a reimagination of the student experience.