News Stories

  • August 6, 2019

    Environmental portrait of Pari Dukovic.

    Behind the lens of famous photos

    You do what? From accountant to the stars to sustainable chocolate producer, RIT alumni have some pretty cool careers. Read about Pari Dukovic ’06 (professional photographic illustration), a former staff photographer for The New Yorker who now takes commissions from publications all over the world.

  • August 6, 2019

    Student in lab coat works with pipette.

    RIT expands genomics research

    RIT’s genomics research capabilities have evolved significantly over the past year. The university has invested heavily in revamping and equipping its Genomics Research Lab Cluster. The overhauled genomics facilities will boost capabilities for researchers in multiple disciplines, including bioinformatics, biotechnology and environmental science.

  • August 6, 2019

    Couple stands in front of Pinellas Public Library Cooperative banner.

    Wagners honored as Volunteers of the Year

    Chris ’94 (social work) and Staci ’92 (social work) Wagner have been named the recipients of RIT’s 2019 Volunteer of the Year award in recognition of their efforts. They will be honored at the Presidents’ Alumni Ball during Brick City Homecoming and Family Weekend on Oct. 18.

  • August 6, 2019

    Frank Selvaggi stands with Sarah Jessica Parker.

    Accountant to the stars

    You do what? From accountant to the stars to sustainable chocolate producer, RIT alumni have some pretty cool careers. Read about Frank Selvaggi ’81 (accounting), a trusted financial advisor to the biggest stars in the entertainment industry.

  • August 6, 2019

    Worker wearing hardhat, harness and tether stands on roof.

    Working toward clean power for all

    You do what? From accountant to the stars to sustainable chocolate producer, RIT alumni have some pretty cool careers. Read about Berlyn Hubler ’16 MS (sustainable systems), tribal program coordinator for GRID Alternatives, a nonprofit organization that installs solar power systems and provides job training for underserved communities.

  • August 6, 2019

    Man speaks with microphone on stage.

    Surace named 2019 Outstanding Alumnus

    Kevin J. Surace ’85 (electrical engineering technology) will be honored for his support of the university with the Outstanding Alumnus of 2019 award at the Presidents’ Alumni Ball on Oct. 18 during Brick City Homecoming and Family Weekend. The award is the highest honor RIT can bestow upon an alumnus.

  • August 6, 2019

    Environmental portrait of Margot Sandy.

    Traveling the world creating products

    You do what? From accountant to the stars to sustainable chocolate producer, RIT alumni have some pretty cool careers. Read about Margot Sandy ’08 (electrical mechanical engineering technology), ’12 MS (product development), a self-employed product development consultant.

  • August 6, 2019

    Ten portraits of award winners.

    2019 Distinguished Alumni Awards

    The Distinguished Alumni Awards are presented annually by each of RIT’s nine colleges and the School of Individualized Study and are the highest awards an RIT college can bestow upon its alumni.

  • August 6, 2019

    Building under contruction in 1988.

    Thirty years of imaging science at RIT

    Thirty years after the Center for Imaging Science building was dedicated, it is now home to more than 150 students studying imaging science at the undergraduate and graduate level.

  • August 6, 2019

    Two men pose with electronic devices for horses.

    Alumni Update: Alumni create device to monitor horse health

    When his brother’s horse died suddenly from colic in 2013, Michael Schab ’09 (computer engineering) saw an opportunity to create something that would prevent other equestrians from losing their beloved animals to this preventable affliction.

  • August 6, 2019

    Couple in hiking gear stands on ledge with canyon in background.

    Tiger Love: Ultramarathoners in it for the long haul

    If the old saying, “couples who play together stay together” is true, Jon Podeszek ’10, ’12 MS and Danielle Furman Podeszek ’11 have it made. The two are ultramarathoners who spend their free time training to run 50-plus-mile races.