Events

Our community ed team loves to mingle with the ROC community!

There are still plenty of chances to drop by one of Rochester’s many events this summer and chat with us, pick up some pointers on HIV research, and grab some *stellar* swag.

Fall 2024


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Undergrad seminar at Nazareth

Friday, Oct 11, 12:30 – 1:30

Research fellow Rachel Simpson will speak with undergraduate science students on the basics of clinical research and her own work in HIV vaccine science. This talk is open to the public; please contact us at rva_cer@urmc.rochester.edu for location details.


Poster for the Hair and Health Symposium.
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Hair & Health Symposium

Sunday, Oct 13, 3 – 7pm
Edgerton R-Center

“It’s all about you!” Rudi will be on hand to chat during this hair-centric event, featuring presentations by hair, skin and health experts. Free admission; dinner and door prizes included!

Meet at the Stardust Ballroom at the Edgerton R-Center, 41 Backus Street, between 3 – 7 pm. Presented by Common Ground Health and the Get It Done initiative; sponsored by UR Medicine’s Wilmot Cancer Institute Community Outreach and Engagement Department.


Brockport logo with a golden eagle

SUNY Brockport Fall Health and Wellness Fair

Wednesday Oct 22, 11am – 2pm
Seymour Union Ballroom

This fair is aimed at connecting students, faculty, and staff to community health and wellness services. It is in the Seymour Union Ballroom. Vendors are asked to arrive by 10:30 a.m.; table and chairs provided.


Sex and Chocolate Fair

Thursday, Oct 31, 2:30 – 4:30 pm
Hirst Lounge, Wilson Commons, U of R

This annual event is sponsored by University Health Services’ Health Promotion Office at U of R. As found on their website, “Through our health education initiatives, we aim to increase knowledge, build skills, and influence students’ motivation to adopt healthy habits.”



Health is Wealth poster

Andrew talks with a student at the RIT Community Service Fair.

A baseball with a rainbow-hued letter R on it






A baseball with a rainbow-hued letter R on it



Flyer for Juneteenth Run/Walk. These events will feature a variety of vendors, food and a whole lot of FUN. No on is free unless we are all free!
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