April 7, 2015
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Today’s Top Stories
Student-created video game recognized
Splattershmup, a video game created by a class of 15 RIT students, is being internationally recognized for its creativity and professional polish at the Digital Games Research Association conference in Germany.
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Symposium examines how to save native languages
A symposium to discuss the documentation, conservation and revitalization of American Indian Languages will be held April 17.
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Nominations open for new Women of Color program
WOCHA—Women of Color, Honor and Ambition—is a one-year initiative for women to enhance leadership ability, build camaraderie, and open networking opportunities.
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Splattershmup, a video game created by a class of 15 RIT students, is being internationally recognized for its creativity and professional polish at the Digital Games Research Association conference in Germany.
read more »
Symposium examines how to save native languages
A symposium to discuss the documentation, conservation and revitalization of American Indian Languages will be held April 17.
read more »
Nominations open for new Women of Color program
WOCHA—Women of Color, Honor and Ambition—is a one-year initiative for women to enhance leadership ability, build camaraderie, and open networking opportunities.
read more »
Featured Video
RIT Expert: Brian Koberlein, senior lecturer in physics
RIT deans, faculty and staff can offer expert insight into a variety of areas. Today, hear from Brian Koberlein, senior lecturer in physics. Watch more expert videos or view the Experts Guide. watch video »
RIT deans, faculty and staff can offer expert insight into a variety of areas. Today, hear from Brian Koberlein, senior lecturer in physics. Watch more expert videos or view the Experts Guide. watch video »
Research at RIT
Latest issue highlights
The Research at RIT magazine highlights the work of students, faculty and staff across campus. Today, read about research in the Golisano Institute for Sustainability.
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The Research at RIT magazine highlights the work of students, faculty and staff across campus. Today, read about research in the Golisano Institute for Sustainability.
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Tiger Hockey
Amerks to honor RIT hockey
The Rochester Americans AHL hockey team will honor the RIT men’s and women’s hockey teams for their successful seasons during the Amerks game on Friday against the Toronto Marlies at Blue Cross Arena. RIT students, alumni, faculty and staff can purchase tickets to the game for $10.
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The Rochester Americans AHL hockey team will honor the RIT men’s and women’s hockey teams for their successful seasons during the Amerks game on Friday against the Toronto Marlies at Blue Cross Arena. RIT students, alumni, faculty and staff can purchase tickets to the game for $10.
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Sports News
Men’s tennis shuts out Nazareth
For the second time in just over 48 hours, the men’s tennis team rolled to a 9-0 shutout victory, this time over visiting Nazareth College on Monday. The team also defeated Bard College 9-0 on Saturday.
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For the second time in just over 48 hours, the men’s tennis team rolled to a 9-0 shutout victory, this time over visiting Nazareth College on Monday. The team also defeated Bard College 9-0 on Saturday.
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RIT in the News
Rochester Business Journal
Interim dean accepts permanent post at Saunders College of Business
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The Huffington Post
Thorough Vetting Needed When Hiring Nonprofit Consultants
Guest essay by Eugene Fram, professor emeritus, Saunders College of Business more »
Rochester Business Journal
Changing needs spur shifts in graduate programs
Diane Ellison, associate vice president and director of graduate and part-time enrollment services, quoted more »
PetaPixel
The World's First Pinhole Photo Captured by Drone
Aerial Photography and Videography class featured more »
Interim dean accepts permanent post at Saunders College of Business
more »
The Huffington Post
Thorough Vetting Needed When Hiring Nonprofit Consultants
Guest essay by Eugene Fram, professor emeritus, Saunders College of Business more »
Rochester Business Journal
Changing needs spur shifts in graduate programs
Diane Ellison, associate vice president and director of graduate and part-time enrollment services, quoted more »
PetaPixel
The World's First Pinhole Photo Captured by Drone
Aerial Photography and Videography class featured more »
Today’s Weather
Upcoming Events
Learning Assistant Program Teacher Roundtable: Learn about life as a K-12 teacher, 5 p.m. today, Gannett Hall, room 4020 (RSVP)
Symposium: Hosted by Center for Statesmanship, Law and Liberty, “Balancing Security, Liberty, and Privacy in a Post 9/11 World” April 8–9 (details)
Lecture: “Sign Language Archaeology: Understanding the Historical Roots of ASL,” Ted Supalla and Patricia Clark, noon April 8, CSD Student Development Center, room 1300/1310
Opening reception: “First Comes Trust,” photojournalism capstone exhibition, 4–7 p.m. April 8, William Harris Gallery, Gannett Hall (exhibition runs April 8–17)
Workshop: A Woman’s Guide to Financial Planning, facilitated by Catherine Turner, New York Life Insurance Co., 6 p.m. April 8, Student Life Center, room 1320
Gray Matter Discussion Series: “What If RIT Ran Congress? What Is the Next Generation of Politics?” 7 p.m. April 8, SAU MOSAIC Center
Information session: Learn about Center for Multidisciplinary Studies’ individualized degree program, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. April 9, SAU Fireside Lounge
Jewelry sale: Featuring work by metals and jewelry students, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. April 9 and 10, Booth Hall lobby
Symposium: Hosted by Center for Statesmanship, Law and Liberty, “Balancing Security, Liberty, and Privacy in a Post 9/11 World” April 8–9 (details)
Lecture: “Sign Language Archaeology: Understanding the Historical Roots of ASL,” Ted Supalla and Patricia Clark, noon April 8, CSD Student Development Center, room 1300/1310
Opening reception: “First Comes Trust,” photojournalism capstone exhibition, 4–7 p.m. April 8, William Harris Gallery, Gannett Hall (exhibition runs April 8–17)
Workshop: A Woman’s Guide to Financial Planning, facilitated by Catherine Turner, New York Life Insurance Co., 6 p.m. April 8, Student Life Center, room 1320
Gray Matter Discussion Series: “What If RIT Ran Congress? What Is the Next Generation of Politics?” 7 p.m. April 8, SAU MOSAIC Center
Information session: Learn about Center for Multidisciplinary Studies’ individualized degree program, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. April 9, SAU Fireside Lounge
Jewelry sale: Featuring work by metals and jewelry students, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. April 9 and 10, Booth Hall lobby
Scoreboard
Men’s tennis: RIT 9, Nazareth 0
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