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August 13, 2024
Alumnus captures iconic moment on 2024 presidential campaign trail
The duty of a photojournalist is to document current events as they unfold and act as the “eyes of history,” according to Evan Vucci. That belief helped Vucci keep his focus when he ran toward the danger on July 13 to photograph former President Donald Trump moments after a failed assassination attempt.
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July 25, 2024
Screenwriters vs. the machine: Embracing AI in the storytelling process
After attending Digital Hollywood: The AI Summer Summit, Associate Professor Frank Deese shares his key takeaways from discussions about how artificial intelligence impacts screenwriters in Hollywood.
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July 25, 2024
From concept to creation: How AI is shaping the future of art in digital Hollywood
Professor Shaun Foster shares his key takeaways from attending Digital Hollywood: The AI Summer Summit. He says it was a remarkable experience, filled with insightful discussions and innovative ideas about the future of Al in the creative industry.
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July 17, 2024
RIT Alumnus behind historic Trump Rally photo
WROC-TV talks to Evan Vucci '00 (photojournalism) about the viral photo he took at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania.
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July 17, 2024
RIT grad snaps iconic photos
WXXI talks to Jenn Poggi, associate professor in the School of Photographic Arts and Sciences, and Evan Vucci '00 (photojournalism) about his iconic photo of Donald Trump.
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July 17, 2024
RIT alum captures historic photo after Trump assassination attempt
WHAM-TV talks to Jenn Poggi, associate professor in the School of Photographic Arts and Sciences, about the iconic photo Evan Vucci '00 (photojournalism) took of Donald Trump.
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July 2, 2024
Student films to be showcased on WXXI-TV in effort to raise visibility for young creatives
Student filmmakers at RIT will have a new opportunity to strive for, thanks to a collaboration between RIT and WXXI. RIT Shorts, a new, biannual series that will showcase student-made films, is set to premiere this month on WXXI-TV, a PBS-member station.
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July 1, 2024
Divine Calloway: RIT documentary explores how we grieve after gun violence
The Democrat and Chronicle talks to Jess Kszos '24 (photojournalism) about how her documentary "Ballin' for Stunna" explores the impact of gun violence on the Rochester community and the lasting effects it causes.
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June 28, 2024
Students, colleagues remember photography faculty David Turner
David Turner, who began teaching in RIT's School of Photographic Arts and Sciences, died June 18 at the age of 65, according to his obituary. Former students and colleagues paid tribute with stories of his generosity, creative abilities, mentorship, and friendship.
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June 17, 2024
Meet Justice Marbury, 19th Ward reporter who's making it a point to seek out your ideas
The Democrat and Chronicle introduces Justice Marbury '22 (photojournalism) in her new role as Rochester's 19th Ward community reporter.
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June 12, 2024
Students blend art, technology in Interactive Music Video Experiences class
Interdisciplinary teams of students applied their ingenuity and technological sensibilities in collaboration with local professional musicians to create interactive experiences.
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June 10, 2024
Saunders College of Business will recognize Marc Fiore with Vanden Brul Award
Marc Fiore, president and founding owner of Mindex, a Rochester, N.Y.-based software development company, is the 2024 recipient of the Herbert W. Vanden Brul Entrepreneurial Award.