Saunders College of Business—Brick City Weekend
Brick City Weekend at Saunders College of Business in 2023 was a resounding success! From the "Tessoni Business Center" dedication, to hospitality's "Sip & Savor" and "Exploring the World of Bourbon," Tigers could expect to have a memorable and engaging experience. Brick City is a long-standing RIT tradition of celebrating the University's families, students, alums, staff, and friends.
Dedication of the Daniel D. Tessoni Business Center
Business leaders, faculty, alums, and students gathered to honor Dan Tessoni with the dedication of the Daniel D. Tessoni Business Center in Lowenthal Hall. The ceremony recognized Tessoni for his long career as a teacher, scholar, mentor, and widely recognized authority. The Business Center, dedicated in his honor by E. Philip Saunders, Ronald Ricotta '79, and James Salzano '87, is a multifunctional space for classes, student club activities and events, and a gathering place for students to work on projects and discuss business ideas. View photos from the event taken by Julia Pham.
Reception in honor of Dan Tessoni by Executive MBA alumni
EMBA alums held a reception at MacGregor’s Grill & Tap Room to celebrate the 40-year career of Saunders Professor DanTessoni and the dedication of the new Daniel D. Tessoni Business Center.
International Hospitality and Service Innovation (IHSI) Sponsored Events
Exploring the World of Bourbon, October 13
Whiskey Business! RIT lecturer Ted Ganster educated attendees on "neat" whiskey facts. Served were five bourbons: one or two local, two or three from Kentucky, and one or two from other parts of the U.S. Light appetizers were provided, and each guest received a complimentary branded glass to take home as a souvenir. View photos from the event taken by Julia Pham.
Sip & Savor, Saturday, October 14
Sommelier Lorraine Hems and RIT alumna Terry Steele, Senior Manager of Talent Development for Constellation Brands, offered a tasting of cocktails. Light appetizers were provided, and tasters received a complimentary branded glass to take home as souvenirs. View photos from the event taken by Julia Pham.
