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University of Rochester @urochester.bsky.social · 6d

New look, same promise: Ever wonder. Ever better.

Today, we're proud to launch a refreshed brand identity that keeps pace with the dynamic, collaborative, and innovative spirit that has always defined us.

#EverWonder #EverBetter #URochester

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Introducing the refreshed University of Rochester brand | Marketing and Communications

Discover the refreshed University of Rochester brand. Rooted in research and fueled by creativity, our new brand reflects academic excellence, innovation, and the spirit of Ever Better.

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Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · 13d

🔬BIG NEWS for #UpstateNY! Warner + Hajim @ur_engineering at @URochester & BoiseState won a $2.1M @NSF & @MicronTech grant to empower K–12 STEM teacher-leaders, develop a skilled STEM workforce, fuel semiconductor growth & strengthen the regional economy. uofr.us/STEM-Teach-Grant

New partnership empowers teacher-leaders in semiconductors and microelectronics

The program for the University of Rochester and Boise State University will advance K–12 STEM leadership for these growing industries.

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Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · 23d

“Education was in my genes, so to speak. I think that Warner helped me to bring all of that together and to realize how actionable it is,” says alumna Mary Ellen Burris ’68W (EdM). See her story: from “voice of the customer” to champion of #education.

#MyRochesterStory ➡️ uofr.us/burrisstory

My Rochester Story: Mary Ellen Burris '68W (EdM)

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University of Rochester Alumni @uofralumni.bsky.social · 24d

🎉 #MelioraWeekend is almost here! 🐝 Who else is coming home? Drop your #URochester graduation year in the comments below to reunite with all yoUR classmates! 👇 Still time to register for this epic weekend! bit.ly/3I8VRc6

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Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · 23d

🌟Join us for one of our most exciting Meliora Weekends to date as we mark the University’s 175th anniversary! Look forward to exciting alumni reunions, inspiring academic lectures, thrilling athletic competitions & family-friendly fun!

➡️ Register: bit.ly/4l4KBeo

#MelioraWeekend2025 #MelioraWeekend

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · 26d

The 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹! 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 Program, which began at Warner 23 years ago, has now extended its impact to Puebla, Mexico. 🇲🇽

🔬Take a look: bit.ly/JuSTMexico

#Microplastics #HealthyWater #PlasticPollution #CleanWater #CleanWaterForAll #ScienceMatters #TeachersSupportingTeachers #URochesterWarner

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Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · 29d

🎉We hosted a special event for the GRADE community. 30+ members connected, learned about the program & explored leadership opportunities.

The Guaranteed Rochester Accelerated Degree in #Education (GRADE) is a 5-year BA/BS+MSEd program for those interested in becoming educators.

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · Sep 4

📣2026 applications are open!🎉

Next priority deadline: Nov 1, 2025

We welcome applications on a rolling basis for #MS, #EdD, and Advanced Certificates. For priority enrollment and #FinancialAid, apply as soon as possible.

Start shaping your future: uofr.us/WarnerApply

#HigherEducation #Masters

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · Aug 25

Happy first day of the fall semester of 2025! Wishing everyone a productive semester! 📚

#URWarner #Meliora

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · Aug 19

📣 Fulbright Teachers have arrived! Join us in welcoming the 23 Fulbright Teachers who will be with us for four months, engaging in graduate coursework, conducting research, and collaborating with local educators. Be sure to say hello when you see them on campus! 👋 @urochester.bsky.social

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · Aug 14

🎉 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗗𝗿. 𝗔𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗶𝘀! 🎉

He successfully defended his PhD dissertation, "Expanding Theoretical Understanding of Self-Authorship: Student Experiences Navigating Identity Development in a First Year Seminar." Well done! 👏

#DissertationDefense #HigherEducation #Dissertation #Meliora

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · Aug 12

Warner's been bustling! Students and scholars recently gathered for the @urochester.bsky.social Experiential Science Learning in Higher Education Poster Fair, showcasing students' efforts to advance science through hands-on research & community engagement. 🔬 ♻️ 🌎 #environmental @ur-ihhe.bsky.social

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Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · Aug 11

Warner’s LeChase Hall was buzzing with creativity and enthusiasm during our recent annual 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽. The one-week writing program guides campers in practicing various writing styles and genres, learning new techniques and exploring ideas.📚📝
#writingcamp #urwarner #summercamp #meliora

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · Aug 6

17 Sodus Middle School students partook in the 2025 Planet Protectors Sodus Summer Camp, tackling real-world environmental issues facing #SodusBay & #LakeOntario. Guided by Warner faculty & grad student teachers, campers investigated issues like plastic pollution & water quality.🔬🌊
#environmentalism

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · Jul 15

🏆 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 - In the second installment of Warner Legends Series, we celebrate 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗨𝗲𝗯𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗴 —a lifelong educator, coach, and leader who led with humility, purpose, and principle.

Read the full Q&A: uofr.us/Uebbing-Legend

#WarnerLegends #URWarner #Meliora

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · Jun 27

After 10 transformative years, the @EastEpo EPO chapter closes, but its impact endures. From near closure to innovative school transformation, the EPO showed what’s possible when a community comes together. THANK YOU to all who made it happen. #UREastEPO

➡️ uofr.us/ThankYouEast

The University of Rochester-East 10-Year EPO Concludes in a Celebration of Success and Gratitude

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Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · Jun 2

🎉Announcing the launch of the 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀, a new initiative honoring changemakers in education whose work promotes an “ever better” future for all.

🌟Our first feature: 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗛𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗵

Read the full Q&A and explore his impact: uofr.us/Hursh-Legend

#WarnerLegends #URWarner

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Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · May 23

📣 This year, @UofR is one of only two institutions nationwide selected to host the #Fulbright program. This fall, the Warner School will be hosting 23 Fulbright Teachers from 15 countries.✨ @FulbrightPrgrm
#FullbrightTeach

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · May 21

🎓 Congratulations to the Warner Class of 2025! 🎉 Be sure to take a look at the Warner graduation ceremony photo gallery. 📸 It features more than 400 photos that you can download for free!

➡️ uofr.us/WarnerGradPhotos2025

#URWarner2025 #UR2025 #URWarner

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · May 16

🎓 Congratulations to the class of 2025! Your hard work and perseverance have led to this day. Enjoy YOUR day! 🎉

#URWarner2025 #URWarner #Meliora

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · May 15

🎓 Visit our 2025 commencement webpage for information about the University of Rochester's 2025 commencement, Warner's graduation ceremony, candidates, awards, and to view the ceremonies from afar via live broadcasting.

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#URWarner2025

Commencement

Celebrating Warner’s Class of 2025The University of Rochester is holding the weekend of May 16–18, 2025, for the University’s one hundred and seventy-fifth Commencement activities. Mark your calendars...

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Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · May 15

🌟Commencement is right around the corner! Be sure to use #URWarner2025 or tag us @UR_WarnerSchool with photos and videos of you getting ready for, attending, and celebrating YOUR big day so we can share it! 🎉

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · May 6

Happy National Teacher Day! 📚🍎

Teachers - thank you for your dedication, patience, and passion. You inspire minds, shape futures, and make a difference every day. We're so grateful for all that you do!

#NationalTeacherDay #TeacherDay #TeachersDay #URWarner

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · May 2

🎉 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘀, 𝗗𝗿. 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗻 𝗚𝗮𝗵𝗶! Hanan has successfully defended her dissertation, earning her EdD. Wishing her continued success!

#URWarner

Warner School of Education and Human Development @urochesterwarner.bsky.social · May 1

𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗚𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗚💫
𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆. 𝗔 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁.
A gift, of any size, that is meaningful to you—is meaningful to us. Make a gift: uofr.us/WarnerDayofGiving

Every gift will shape our future.✨

#URGiving