  {"id":43752,"date":"2026-02-23T20:38:39","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T20:38:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/?p=43752"},"modified":"2026-02-23T22:14:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T22:14:10","slug":"summer-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/summer-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221; el_id=&#8221;gwen-greene&#8221;][vc_column el_id=&#8221;gwen-greene&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Gwen-GEC-Newsletter-Headshot.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43782\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Gwen-GEC-Newsletter-Headshot.jpg\" alt=\"Gwen M. Greene \u201965 posing for a photo\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Gwen-GEC-Newsletter-Headshot.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Gwen-GEC-Newsletter-Headshot-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h5>Meliora! Remarks from the University\u2019s Annual Giving Chair<\/h5>\n<p>As I look back on my time as Annual Giving Chair, I think about the early days of the George Eastman Circle, when our ambitious goal was 250 members nationwide; today, we\u2019re a global community of more than 3,600 strong.<\/p>\n<p>You have helped change the world through the gift of your membership, and it has been one of the greatest honors of my life to serve alongside such a passionate and generous community. Your collective impact has been nothing short of transformational\u2014supporting students, faculty and staff, patients, the arts, and researchers, all of which contributed to shaping a better future for all.<\/p>\n<p>The University also held its 10th annual Day of Giving this spring, and I\u2019m happy to share that a significant number of George Eastman Circle members participated. We played an important role in the success of the day, with more than 500 of you contributing more than $2.4M to funds across the University and Medical Center.<\/p>\n<p>As I step away from this role, I do so with immense pride in what we&#8217;ve accomplished together and great excitement for what lies ahead. It is my distinct pleasure to introduce <strong>Ria Nova \u201998<\/strong>, who will serve as the next Chair of Annual Giving, and partner with fellow board of trustee member and the George Eastman Circle chair, <strong>Evans Lam \u201983, \u201984S (MBA)<\/strong> to continue our momentum.<\/p>\n<p>Ria is a dedicated Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ alumna, a member of the Board of Trustees, a proud George Eastman Circle member, and a tireless advocate for our University. Her energy, vision, and deep commitment to our mission make her the perfect person to lead us into this next chapter. I am confident she will build on our momentum and inspire even greater impact.<\/p>\n<p>I would be remiss not to mention that June 30 marks the close of the University\u2019s fiscal year. I want to remind you to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/membership\/make-a-gift\">make your annual membership payment or renew<\/a> if you have not done so already.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you for your unwavering support and for joining me on this remarkable journey. I\u2019ll always be a proud member of the George Eastman Circle\u2014and I look forward to cheering all of you on as we continue to be ever better.<\/p>\n<p>Meliora,<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32692 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/gwenmgreenetransparent-e1528487030877.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"56\" \/><br \/>\nGwen M. Greene \u201965<br \/>\nBoard of Trustees Member<br \/>\nUniversity Annual Giving Chair<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">[vc_separator type=&#8217;normal&#8217; position=&#8217;center&#8217; color=&#8217;#065143&#8242; thickness=&#8221; up=&#8217;20&#8217; down=&#8217;20&#8217;]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221; el_id=&#8221;WCI-story&#8221;][vc_column el_id=&#8221;WCI-story&#8221;][vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Class-of-2025-Graduation-Photo-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43802\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Class-of-2025-Graduation-Photo-1.jpg\" alt=\"UR students throwing their caps at graduation\" width=\"400\" height=\"267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Class-of-2025-Graduation-Photo-1.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Class-of-2025-Graduation-Photo-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5>Celebrating the class of 2025<\/h5>\n<p>On May 16, Rochester celebrated its 175th Commencement ceremony, conferring academic degrees to more than 3,500 undergraduate and graduate students. Family, friends, faculty, staff, community members, and distinguished guests celebrated the graduates in person and online from across the globe. <em>Photo by Lauren Petracca<\/em>[\/vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/commencement\/class-of-2025\/photos\/\" target=\"_blank\"  class=\"qbutton  medium icon_right\" style=\"font-style: normal; margin: 20px 10px 10px 10px; \">Memories from commencement 2025<\/a>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#065143&#8243; up=&#8221;20&#8243; down=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221; el_id=&#8221;Class-2022&#8243;][vc_column el_id=&#8221;Class-2022&#8243;][vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WCI-GEC-Newsletter.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43832\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WCI-GEC-Newsletter.jpg\" alt=\"James P. Wilmot Cancer Center building, with a blue banner on the side\" width=\"400\" height=\"245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WCI-GEC-Newsletter.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WCI-GEC-Newsletter-300x184.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5>Wilmot Cancer Institute earns prestigious National Cancer Institute designation<\/h5>\n<p>This designation marks a milestone that will transform cancer care and research in Rochester and beyond. Wilmot joins an elite class of cancer centers\u2014<strong>the top 4 percent in the country<\/strong>\u2014that have been through a rigorous evaluation process and selected to be at the forefront of research, community engagement, education and training, and life-saving care.[\/vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.urmc.rochester.edu\/cancer-institute\/about-us\/nci-designation\" target=\"_blank\"  class=\"qbutton  medium icon_right\" style=\"font-style: normal; margin: 20px 10px 10px 10px; \">Learn more about Wilmot&#039;s success<\/a>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#065143&#8243; up=&#8221;20&#8243; down=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221; el_id=&#8221;Gelb-Story&#8221;][vc_column el_id=&#8221;Gelb-Story&#8221;][vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ian-Krager-GEC-Newsletter.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43852 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ian-Krager-GEC-Newsletter.jpg\" alt=\"Ian Krager \u201922 in front of a screen\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ian-Krager-GEC-Newsletter.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ian-Krager-GEC-Newsletter-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ian-Krager-GEC-Newsletter-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5>Ian Krager \u201922: Congressional communications director meets the press<\/h5>\n<p>Ian Krager \u201922 didn\u2019t just study political science\u2014he turned it into a purpose-driven career on Capitol Hill. Now a congressional communications director, Ian is giving back by sharing honest, practical advice with students and new grads navigating their own next steps.<\/p>\n<p>From building confidence to reaching out for informational interviews, his insights are all about helping others find their footing\u2014and their purpose\u2014after college.[\/vc_column_text]<a href=\"\/newscenter\/alumni-connections-ian-krager-congressional-communications-director-640422\/\" target=\"_blank\"  class=\"qbutton  medium icon_right\" style=\"font-style: normal; margin: 20px 10px 10px 10px; \">Read his advice for future leaders<\/a>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#065143&#8243; up=&#8221;20&#8243; down=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221; el_id=&#8221;day-of-giving&#8221;][vc_column el_id=&#8221;day-of-giving&#8221;][vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Jamal-Holtz-GEC-Newsletter.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43882\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Jamal-Holtz-GEC-Newsletter.jpg\" alt=\"MAKE OUR HIVE A HOME thumbnail for youtube video\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Jamal-Holtz-GEC-Newsletter.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Jamal-Holtz-GEC-Newsletter-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5>My Rochester Story: Jamal Holtz \u201920<\/h5>\n<p>In his first year on campus, he got involved immediately\u2014serving on the student government and eventually becoming the Students Association president. As a first-generation student, he worked to create a community where all students could thrive as their authentic selves, promising to \u201cmake our hive a home.\u201d He brings that feeling of community to his clients\u2014from the government sector, to health care, to public schools and universities.<\/p>\n<p><em>&#8220;This place is a home and the very least that I can do is pour back into the people who poured into me.&#8221;<\/em>[\/vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=lxaSChv4woc\" target=\"_self\"  class=\"qbutton  medium icon_right\" style=\"font-style: normal; margin: 20px 10px 10px 10px; \">Experience Jamal&#039;s Rochester story<\/a>[vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221;][vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Dr.-Linehan-GEC-Newsletter-Image-DL_DiL_luncheon_06_04_21.Still003.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43912\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Dr.-Linehan-GEC-Newsletter-Image-DL_DiL_luncheon_06_04_21.Still003.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Linehan speaking to a few people\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Dr.-Linehan-GEC-Newsletter-Image-DL_DiL_luncheon_06_04_21.Still003.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Dr.-Linehan-GEC-Newsletter-Image-DL_DiL_luncheon_06_04_21.Still003-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Dr.-Linehan-GEC-Newsletter-Image-DL_DiL_luncheon_06_04_21.Still003-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Dr.-Linehan-GEC-Newsletter-Image-DL_DiL_luncheon_06_04_21.Still003-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Dr.-Linehan-GEC-Newsletter-Image-DL_DiL_luncheon_06_04_21.Still003-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Dr.-Linehan-GEC-Newsletter-Image-DL_DiL_luncheon_06_04_21.Still003-700x394.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5>Life Lessons that shaped the CEO and Dean<\/h5>\n<p><strong>What shapes a leader?<\/strong> For Dr. David Linehan, it wasn\u2019t just med school. It was watching his parents care for others, grieving the loss of his sister, and standing beside patients and families in their most vulnerable moments. These early experiences taught him how to lead\u2014with empathy, resilience, and purpose.<\/p>\n<p>Now CEO of URMC and Dean of the School of Medicine and Dentistry, Dr. Linehan carries those lessons into every decision he makes. His story is a reminder that <strong>great leadership starts with listening<\/strong>\u2014and never forgetting where you come from.[\/vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.urmc.rochester.edu\/news\/publications\/rochester-medicine\/life-lessons-that-shaped-the-ceo\" target=\"_blank\"  class=\"qbutton  medium icon_right\" style=\"font-style: normal; margin: 20px 10px 10px 10px; \">Discover the heart behind the title<\/a>[vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221;][vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/MW-GEC-Newsletter.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-43942\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/MW-GEC-Newsletter.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view of River Campus during Meliora Weekend\" width=\"400\" height=\"267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/MW-GEC-Newsletter.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/MW-GEC-Newsletter-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/MW-GEC-Newsletter-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/MW-GEC-Newsletter-700x466.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5>Save the date for Meliora Weekend 2025<\/h5>\n<p>Mark your calendars now for <strong>September 18\u201321, 2025<\/strong> and stay tuned for more information about the weekend\u2019s events, including the <strong>George Eastman Circle Member Cocktail Reception, Hospitality Suite, Breakfast, and more!<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/melioraweekend\/\" target=\"_blank\"  class=\"qbutton  medium icon_right\" style=\"font-style: normal; margin: 20px 10px 10px 10px; \">Registration opens this summer<\/a>[vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221; el_id=&#8221;events&#8221;][vc_column el_id=&#8221;events&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"article_subhead\">Upcoming Events<\/h5>\n<p>As a valued George Eastman Circle member, we invite you to explore new experiences through our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/news-and-events\">members-only events<\/a>. Visit our event page regularly to discover upcoming opportunities to connect, learn, and engage. Here are just a few highlights:<\/p>\n<p><strong>June 17:<\/strong> George Eastman Circle Fellows+ Virtual Speaker Series<br \/>\n<strong>June 18:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/rax.rochester.edu\/s\/1676\/21\/1col.aspx?sid=1676&amp;gid=2&amp;pgid=13442&amp;cid=20408&amp;ecid=20408&amp;crid=0&amp;calpgid=13&amp;calcid=664\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Boundless Possibility, London<\/a><br \/>\n<strong>June 20\u201328:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esm.rochester.edu\/news\/2025\/05\/eastman-school-of-music-and-ecms-featured-in-the-rochester-international-jazz-festivals-22nd-edition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rochester International Jazz Festival<\/a><br \/>\n<strong>June 24:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/rax.rochester.edu\/s\/1676\/21\/1col.aspx?sid=1676&amp;gid=2&amp;pgid=13557&amp;content_id=11195\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">56th Annual Garden Party<\/a><br \/>\n<strong>July 25:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/events.rochester.edu\/event\/wilmot-cancer-institute-survivors-night-with-the-rochester-red-wings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wilmot Cancer Institute Survivors Night<\/a><br \/>\n<strong>August 13:<\/strong> George Eastman Circle Impact in Focus Reception, Rochester<br \/>\n<strong>August 27:<\/strong> George Eastman Circle Virtual University Update with President Mangelsdorf<br \/>\n<strong>September 18\u201321:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/melioraweekend\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Meliora Weekend 2025<\/a><br \/>\n<strong>September 27\u201328:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/teamraiser.rochester.edu\/site\/TR\/TeamRaiserTemplate\/General?pg=entry&amp;fr_id=1510\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wilmot Warrior Weekend<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; box_shadow_on_row=&#8221;no&#8221; el_id=&#8221;update-information&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5 id=\"events\" class=\"article_subhead\">Update Your Information<\/h5>\n<p>Your voluntary updated information will ensure we can most effectively communicate with you and send appropriate University and Medical Center news, updates, event invitations, and more.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/giving\/gec\/update-your-information\" target=\"_self\"  class=\"qbutton  medium icon_right\" style=\"font-style: normal; margin: 20px 10px 10px 10px; \">Update your information<\/a>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As I look back on my time as Annual Giving Chair, I think about the early days of the George Eastman Circle, when our ambitious goal was 250 members nationwide; today, we\u2019re a global community of more than 3,600 strong.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":162,"featured_media":43992,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1782],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-43752","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-1782"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - 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