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April 15, 2024
Biochemistry student receives Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship
RIT third-year biochemistry student Aidan Miller has been awarded a Barry Goldwater Scholarship, the most prestigious undergraduate research scholarship in the United States, given to students pursuing a career in the natural sciences, mathematics, or engineering. -
April 15, 2024
To each their own: In Texas town, reasons vary for watching eclipse
France 24 talks to Grover Swartzlander, professor in the Chester F. Carlson Center for Imaging Science, about viewing the recent eclipse from Stonehenge II in Texas.
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April 15, 2024
Deaf Day of Play at Strong Museum fostered community engagement
WXXI talks to Keith Cagle, department chair, NTID Department of ASL and Interpreting Education, about the hands-on experience the event offered.
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April 15, 2024
'Bobby's the best': Basketball lifer Bob McVean retires after 40 seasons as RIT head coach
WHAM talks to Bob McVean, head coach for the RIT men's basketball team, about his retirement.
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April 15, 2024
RIT Singers team up with Madrigalia and RIT exhibitors
The RIT Singers will join members of the local singing group Madrigalia to present a concert dedicated to protecting and sustaining the Earth, and revitalizing nature. Formed in 1975, the chamber choir has collaborated with local and international audiences as well as premiering new works.
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April 12, 2024
Imagine RIT: Creativity and Innovation Festival set for April 27
Detecting deepfakes, a device to help grocery stores like Wegmans inspect strawberries and reduce waste, and even the economic impact of Taylor Swift are just a few of the nearly 400 exhibits at this year’s Imagine RIT: Creativity and Innovation Festival.
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April 12, 2024
RIT offers Summer Institute for Teaching and Learning and AI Symposium May 14-15
Collaborative, self-directed, and socially conscious are just a few of the characteristics that enable 21st-century students to thrive in today’s world. At RIT’s Summer Institute, educators are coming together to discuss best practices for teaching the next generation.
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April 12, 2024
RIT graduate student gains experience through Center for Public Safety Initiatives
Venita D’Angelo, a graduate student pursuing a master’s degree in criminal justice, is working to reduce crime through program evaluation, data analytics, and project management services for area law enforcement, community nonprofits, and other criminal justice professionals.
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April 12, 2024
Cary Collection opening Thursday was grand
What do Nicolas Copernicus, William Morris, and Joe Kubert have in common? Works by the astronomer, designer, and comics artist—legends in their respective fields—are represented in the Cary Graphic Arts Collection and are now accessible to everyone in the remodeled Wallace Library.
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April 11, 2024
RIT photography class prepared students for eclipse day
WHEC talks to Jenn Poggi and Josh Meltzer, associate professors in the School of Photographic Arts and Sciences, about using the eclipse as a photography learning experience.
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April 11, 2024
Strong Museum is celebrating Rochester’s deaf community on Saturday
WHEC features the partnership between the museum and NTID.
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April 11, 2024
New campus space, in-person collaborations enhance RIT’s EMBA program
The Rochester Business Journal talks to Jeff Davis, director of EMBA and Executive Education Programs at Saunders College of Business, about the new EMBA and executive education suite. (This content requires a subscription to view.)