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June 26, 2017

RIT hosts summer undergraduate research programs

RIT leads universities in New York with seven federally funded summer research programs for undergraduate students. Eight to 10 students per program work with RIT researchers for 10 weeks. The newest Research Experience for Undergraduates program focuses on multimessenger astrophysics.
June 26, 2017

World Remanufacturing Conference convenes at RIT

Nearly 150 industry leaders from around the world gathered at RIT June 21-22 for the RIC-RIT World Remanufacturing Conference, receiving the latest briefings on best practices, emerging trends and issues of critical importance to the manufacturing industry.
June 21, 2017

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An exhibition featuring a life-spanning selection of illustrations and paintings by wildlife artist Arthur Singer will adorn RIT’s University Gallery beginning in August. “Arthur Singer: The Wildlife Art of an American Master” showcases one of the world’s finest painters of birds and nature scenes.
June 20, 2017

Saunders College honors LiDestri CEO

Giovanni LiDestri, CEO of LiDestri Food and Drink, is the recipient of the 2017 Herbert W. Vanden Brul Entrepreneurial Award. He will be honored at an invitation-only luncheon at Oak Hill Country Club on June 28.
June 19, 2017

RIT earns several PRSA Rochester PRism awards

RIT’s Division of Marketing and Communications earned multiple awards at the 2017 PRism Awards ceremony, including five PRism statuettes in the advertorials, press kits, magazine, reputation/brand management and photography categories.
June 19, 2017

RIT joins health screening project for 3-year-olds

RIT and GROW Rochester have teamed up on a citywide project to help increase the number of 3-year-olds in the city receiving timely and necessary health and preventive services.
June 16, 2017

RIT honors entrepreneur Joseph M. Lobozzo II

Joseph M. Lobozzo II, founder of JML Optical Industries Inc., is the recipient of the 2017 NRS Award, the highest honor given by RIT’s Nathaniel Rochester Society. The award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding and significant contributions to the university’s advancement.
June 15, 2017

RIT among best online schools for grad degrees

RIT is one of the best schools in the nation for students pursuing an online graduate degree, according to Best Choice Schools, an independent online resource for prospective college students.
June 15, 2017

Robin Cass named interim dean of CIAS

Robin Cass, who has been serving as acting dean of the College of Imaging Arts and Sciences since April 1, has been named interim dean. Cass will assume her new responsibilities on July 1.
June 12, 2017

Top stories and videos for May

Imagine RIT and commencement dominated May’s most watched videos. Check out all of last month’s top stories and videos.
June 12, 2017

Destler and Johnson honored with gala dinner, gifts

RIT bid a fond farewell to retiring President Bill Destler and his spouse, Rebecca Johnson, in part by announcing $3.6 million in donations raised in their honor. The announcement was made at a gala dinner in honor of the couple.
June 9, 2017

RIT hosts information session for part-time learners

The Adult and Part-time Study Connection on June 20 is helpful to adults who are looking to update professional skills, complete a graduate or undergraduate college degree part time, or change career paths.