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March 2019
RocIDEA Connection: Beyond Either/Or Binary of Identity Politics
*ASL provided by emailing Kayleigh.stampfler@gmail.com* **Wheelchair accessible parking is available to the left and right of the main door at 75 College Avenue. The event is on the first floor and there are no stairs. Go to the left once you enter the double doors.** Navigating the maze of labels…
Find out more »April 2019
RYP: Implicit Bias for Young Professionals
Rochester Young Professionals + 540WMain Communiversity presents: Intro to Implicit Bias for Young Professionals Implicit bias refers to the attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions in an unconscious manner. How do we understand implicit bias, unpack it and understand how our backgrounds, upbringing, and society shape…
Find out more »RYP Build Day with Habitat for Humanity
RYP is joining Flower City Habitat for Humanity for construction volunteering on Saturday, April 27th! Together we are building homeownership, communities, and hope in Rochester. Habitat for Humanity believes that no matter who you are, or where you come from, everyone deserves a decent place to live. We partner with people…
Find out more »May 2019
RYP Social: 80W
80W is never open on Tuesdays - except for Tuesday, May 7th when they'll be opening exclusively for RYP members! This is a great opportunity to check out their beautiful space and make some new friends hanging out. The atmosphere in trendy yet approachable. Enjoy a drink at the bar…
Find out more »RocIDEA Connection: Intersectional Feminism II
Join RocCity Coalition, Rochester Young Professionals, Women's Foundation of Genesee Valley, Women's Council, a Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce affiliate, and 540WMain Communiversity for the next RocIDEA Connection. This event will be a thought-provoking and engaging community driven workshop on intersectional feminism. If you did not participate in the first…
Find out more »Life Without Social Media
Dr. Cerulli will share her experience living life without social media. What are the benefits? What is the downside? Why did she decide not to engage in social media? Are you considering life without social media? Are you already living without social media? Join us for a candid and exciting…
Find out more »RYP: First Time Home Buyer Seminar With The Friend Team
Do you have buying a home on your radar? Perhaps you are overwhelmed and don’t know where to start. That’s 100% normal and exactly why The Friend Team is hosting this home buyers seminar in collaboration with RYP. Whether this is your first house or you are an experienced home…
Find out more »RYP: Entrepreneur Panel
A panel featuring local entreprenuers talking about their experiences and sharing advice with current and aspiring entrepreneurs. Panel Moderator: Calvin Eaton Panelists: Alyssa Whitfield https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssawhitfield/ Nick Grunert https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-grunert-2b159994/ Michelle Roberts https://novusbeknown.com Anthony Lewis https://www.facebook.com/dbimanagementgroupllc/ Daniel Cross https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieljcross/ Thank you to the Roberts Wesleyan College School of Business for sponsoring…
Find out more »RYP Volunteers: Dreams from Drake
Join RYP as we help Dreams from Drake on Thursday, May 30th, 2019 from 5:30p-7:30p. To sign up please click this link and fill out the form. https://forms.gle/vW9LmLhqc5qnTksx5 We will help them prepare for their birthday bash. It is one of their biggest fundraisers with around 1,000 in attendance. We…
Find out more »June 2019
The Red Wings Star Wars Night
The Red Wings annual Star Wars Night is Friday, June 14 at Frontier Field. Gates will open at 5:30 with first pitch at 7:05 pm. This year's game will feature character appearances from The 501st Legion's Garrison Excelsior and the Rebel Legion - Echo Base, a game-worn R2-D2 jersey auction…
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