Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences

“This is not the time to slow down—it is the time to lead. With mounting funding challenges, rapid technological change, and urgent issues that span national security, public health, energy systems, and beyond, the time for bold action is now.”

—Wendi Heinzelman, Dean

Give to Hajim

At the Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, we’re overcoming challenges head-on, with cutting-edge research, world-class partnerships, and hands-on education that prepares students to lead from day one.

Now is the time to invest in the people, ideas, and facilities to keep future engineers and the University of Rochester at the forefront of innovation.

Will you help us continue to make breakthrough discoveries that make our world ever better?

First

The Institute of Optics was the first academic program of its kind.

Boundless

Collaborations with the University of Rochester Medical Center and the Eastman School ignite research discovery.

Largest

The Laboratory for Laser Energetics houses the largest academic laser in the world and is a key partner to the Hajim School.

Benjamin Casteneda and members of his lab

For brilliant minds

Faculty like Benjamin Castañeda ’09 (PhD) are driving innovation through AI-powered portable medical technologies. His work brings life-saving care to rural communities and shows how Rochester engineering is expanding global healthcare access and improving lives through interdisciplinary research that serves humanity.

Give to support Hajim faculty excellence

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For boundless opportunities

A cohort of Rochester undergraduate chemistry and chemical engineering students are gaining crucial paid research experience through a new scholars program. The inaugural group of Barbara J. Burger Chemical Sustainability Scholars are conducting research at the forefront of sustainability under the guidance of Rochester faculty.

Give to support Hajim students

For next-generation spaces

Designed to accelerate cross-disciplinary research, new state-of-the art research facilities for natural sciences and engineering are being imagined for River Campus that will provide critical opportunities for student experiential learning.

Give to improve and modernize Hajim spaces

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For thriving communities

Creating vibrant and healthy communities is a University priority, and engineering is leading the way. Hajim data science undergraduate and graduate students have partnered with the Rochester Fire Department to analyze 1.6 million data points, improving emergency response and showing engineering’s real world impact.

Support Hajim engineering in the community

overhead image of students sitting around in a circle on laptops — —Steven Kan ’25

Meliora for life

Show your support by volunteering today! Every meaningful interaction makes our community stronger and counts toward our Campaign goals.

Mentor and facilitate internship and job opportunities through the Gwen M. Greene Center for Career Education and Connections, including The Meliora Collective and Handshake.
Attend Hajim School and University events.

Connect with a Hajim volunteer opportunity

Learn more

Derek Swanson

Tailor your gift to align with your individual preferences and philanthropic goals. To explore a variety of giving options for the Hajim School, please contact the school’s Executive Director of Advancement Derek Swanson.

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Get on the guest list

Join us as we launch For Ever Better in a city near you! Help us reach our goal of engaging 250,000 alumni, grateful patients, and friends during the campaign. With events on campus, online, and around the world, there are many ways to show up for Rochester.

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