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December 6, 2023
Alumna accepts World Design Medal for pioneering work
Patricia Moore ’74 (industrial design) received the prestigious honor for her significant contributions to the advancement of the industrial design profession and decades as an influential thought leader.
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November 29, 2023
Vibrant colors and mythical creatures take over the Booth Hall elevator
A new whimsical mural, painted by fourth-year student Emma McCarthy, debuted in the Booth Hall elevator just before the November holiday break. The artwork adds some vibrancy to the formerly dark-colored walls.
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November 29, 2023
MFA students make impact in international competitions
Ipek Koprululu ’24 MFA headlines a host of visual communication design MFA students to be honored in competitions recognizing design excellence around the world.
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November 28, 2023
Industrial design students create award-winning vessels
Dani Dupree (second place), Simon Ball (third place) and Cooper Gilson (honorable mention) claimed three of the five award placements in the Philadelphia Museum of Art Collab Student Design Competition.
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November 27, 2023
RIT’s new Sklarsky Glass Box Theater welcomes first audiences this weekend
The inaugural production in the newest building on the RIT campus, AstroDance II: Across the Universe, premieres Dec. 1 to 3, featuring a variety of dance, aerial and circus arts, and augmented reality, which will be presented in the new state-of-the-art Sklarsky Glass Box Theater.
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November 24, 2023
Overcoming obstacles: Students’ game-changing product breaks barriers
Students in RIT’s Multidisciplinary Senior Design (MSD) program worked on The Overcomer, a patented device being used by children and adults with mobility challenges to play sports at the Special Olympics and in schools, nursing care facilities, sports leagues, and homes around the world.
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November 20, 2023
RIT helps international students adjust to a new language
The English Language Center helps teach English to international students, from beginners to advanced levels. The classes are open to anyone interested in preparing to enroll in a university.
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November 17, 2023
Alonzo channels legal career into woodworking creations
Jerry Alonzo ’90 MFA (woodworking and furniture design) worked as a lawyer and judge for over 40 years, but his love for woodworking never strayed. Now, he channels experiences from his career into his art to create thought-provoking pieces that prompt viewers to think critically about the legal system and, ultimately, the true meaning of justice.
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November 17, 2023
Facing fear of failure leads to success for graphic design alumnus
Don Charlton ’99 (graphic design) came to RIT with just two suitcases. He was excited to leave his small town outside of Pittsburgh and dive into the world of design. At the time, he likely didn’t anticipate his degree would lead him to the tech industry.
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November 16, 2023
Student on a mission to merge art with science for NASA
In a space known for innovative science and technology, Paige Manley '24 (3D digital design) is demonstrating the value of art as an aid to science through opportunities with NASA.
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November 13, 2023
RIT partners with American Red Cross for annual outreach initiative
Six interdisciplinary teams of RIT students put on their design-thinking caps in support of the American Red Cross of Western New York for the ninth annual EUREKA! Workshop.
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November 9, 2023
Alumna adds cast glass furniture to award-winning studio
Bowen Liu '16 MFA (furniture design) owns a self-named, award-winning furniture studio that now also includes unique cast glass pieces.