{"id":41982,"date":"2023-09-13T18:17:22","date_gmt":"2023-09-13T18:17:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/?p=41982"},"modified":"2023-09-14T20:35:00","modified_gmt":"2023-09-14T20:35:00","slug":"september-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/september-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"September 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Meliora! A message from our Chair<\/h5>\n

The adventure has just begun for the Class of 2027.\u00a0 Whether you attended the URochester, have children who are students, whether you are a friend of or a patient at the Medical Center, each of us has a special relationship and connection with Rochester that is meaningful and personal.<\/p>\n

The University has a rich history and an even brighter future because of you. Your involvement and contributions as a member of the George Eastman Circle plays a vital role in shaping that future. By being a member of the George Eastman Circle, you\u2019re not only supporting current students, faculty, staff, and patients but you are also ensuring the University continues to thrive and produce leaders and thinkers who will make the world ever better.<\/p>\n

The Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ is a proud, inspired community of change-makers, and you are an integral part. Thank you for staying involved through your membership, and for investing in the future.<\/p>\n

Meliora,<\/p>\n

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Evans Lam \u201983, \u201984S (MBA)
\nMember, Board of Trustees
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Themed \u201cBe Boundless,\u201d Meliora Weekend 2023<\/strong> is gearing up to be an unforgettable weekend for the Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ community, with exciting headliners, insightful lectures, live entertainment, and class reunions. Be sure to register today to reserve your seats, as tickets are limited.<\/p>\n

The George Eastman Circle will host its members-only Hospitality Suite on Saturday in Rush Rhees Library. Members are welcome to come and go between 9 a.m. \u2013 4 p.m. to enjoy a light breakfast and lunch buffet, as well as snacks and refreshments throughout the day\u2014plus enhanced family-friendly activities, a special afternoon musical performance, and more.
\n[\/vc_column_text]Register today<\/a>[vc_separator type=”normal” color=”#065143″ up=”20″ down=”20″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

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Buzz Magazine Summer 2023 Edition<\/h5>\n
Sail around the world, make the connection between human nature and evolutionary change, blast to the past with Yellowjacket mascots of today and yesterday, and more in the latest edition of the Buzz<\/em> magazine.<\/div>\n

[\/vc_column_text]Read now<\/a>[vc_separator type=”normal” color=”#065143″ up=”20″ down=”20″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

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Your philanthropic support<\/h5>\n
Your support and passion for the University and Medical Center fuels boundless possibility for future generations. Over the last year, George Eastman Circle members supported innovative research, lifesaving health care, education, and scholarships, as well as many other important advances that contributed to the greater good.<\/div>\n

[\/vc_column_text]See your impact<\/a>[vc_separator type=”normal” color=”#065143″ up=”20″ down=”20″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Upcoming Events<\/h5>\n

As a valued member, we encourage you to visit our George Eastman Circle\u00a0events page<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>regularly for upcoming event opportunities. Here are just a few of the many exciting events coming up:<\/p>\n

September 1\u201330<\/a>: Global Days of Service<\/p>\n

September 29 \u2013 October 1:<\/a> Wilmot Warrior Weekend<\/p>\n

October 5-8<\/a>: Meliora Weekend (Rochester)<\/p>\n