Sustainability News
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September 17, 2015
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RIT to test emergency alert system Sept. 20
RIT will conduct a test of RIT Alert, the emergency notification system, at approximately 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20. This is only a test; no action is needed.
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September 1, 2015
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NYSP2I leads paper mill sustainability initiative
A multi-agency effort led by NYSP2I has resulted in toxic chemical reduction and improvements to energy and water usage and operational costs at pulp and paper mills. -
August 27, 2015
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August 7, 2015
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Saunders Summer Startup jumpstarts business ideas
The 10-week crash course lets young innovators with bright ideas form interdisciplinary teams to start real companies and seek investment. -
August 3, 2015
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Symposium showcases achievements in research
The 24th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 7 and features the work of more than 200 undergraduate researchers. -
July 17, 2015
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Professor, student honored by industry peer group
The American Institute of Architects Rochester Chapter awarded Jules Chiavaroli its highest honor for distinguishing service and gave scholarships to student Catherine Lange. -
July 2, 2015
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RIT and University of Tokyo form partnership
RIT signed a memorandum of understanding with the University of Tokyo to facilitate the exchange of students and faculty and to increase collaborative research activities. -
June 11, 2015
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RIT joins Pioneer University program
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Pioneer Universities are dedicated to accelerating a global transition to a regenerative, circular economy. -
June 4, 2015
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RIT works with Staples on sustainability video
“Small choices, Big Impact,” created in the studios at RIT Production Services, illustrates the importance of sustainable purchasing decisions. -
June 3, 2015
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Packaging science professor honored
Karen Proctor was awarded the R. David LeButt Packaging Education award at this year’s International Safe Transit Association annual TransPack Forum. -
May 22, 2015
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Graduates urged to ‘answer Earth’s help wanted ad’
NASA Administrator Maj. Gen. Charles F. Bolden Jr. addressed the more than 3,800 graduating students during Academic Convocation. -
May 19, 2015
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Brian Thorn wins Excellence in Teaching award
Associate professor Brian Thorn will be presented the Sustainable Development Excellence in Teaching Sustainability Award by the Institute of Industrial Engineers.
