Faculty-Staff Edition - Aug. 6, 2024
Campus Community
Chancellor announces reporting shift for vice chancellor for research and innovation
Massimo Ruzzene, vice chancellor for research and innovation, will begin reporting directly to Chancellor Justin Schwartz, effective Aug. 30. Ruzzene currently reports to Provost Russell Moore.
Volunteer for Fall Welcome
Enthusiastic volunteers are needed to make Fall Welcome and move-in a positive and exciting experience. Review the variety of roles and sign up to participate.
New systemwide nondiscrimination policy in effect
CU Â鶹ӰԺ’s new Protected Class Nondiscrimination Policy is in effect, in alignment with all four CU campuses and regent policy. Learn more about it, plus get an update on Title IX regulations.
Research Updates
AI for mental health screening may carry biases based on gender, race
A growing number of AI technologies analyze the way people talk to screen for mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. A new study finds that they may not perform consistently across people from different demographic groups.
Kamala Harris’ biracial identityÌýis a strength or weakness, depending on whom you ask
While many voters embrace Kamala Harris’ candidacy and the fact that she is a multiracial woman without any biological children, some Republicans are using her identity as fodder for attacks. Read from CU expert Jennifer Ho on The Conversation.
Events & Exhibits
Cycle for scholarships: Register for the 2024 Buffalo Bicycle Classic
The Elevations Credit Union Buffalo Bicycle Classic bike ride fundraiser will take place Sept. 8 in celebration of its 22-year support of the College of Arts and Sciences BBC Scholarship Fund. This year, the 10-mile Little Buff route has been refreshed to gear it toward kids and families.
Enroll in a change management training Oct. 17
Managers play a significant role in any successful change because they are the closest to the people being impacted. If your organization is planning a change or is in the process of change, this program will increase your ability to effectively lead.
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