News by Topic: Interdisciplinary Studies
At RIT, combining aspects from different fields of study is the best way to make world-changing discoveries and find creative ways to solve problems. RIT encouraged collaboration across academic programs and departments to encourage creative thinking and innovation.
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April 1, 2019
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Designing better care for sick newborns
A multidisciplinary contingent of RIT faculty, students and alumni is creating awareness and innovative design solutions to improve the quality of medical care and education for some of the most vulnerable in Central America.
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April 1, 2019
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Making a social impact with technology
Associate Professor Marcos Esterman and several RIT senior engineering students are on a mission to empower citizens of Cali, Colombia, through cutting-edge technology including solar-powered 3D printers and aquaponics.
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April 1, 2019
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From MicroMaster to RIT master
MicroMasters programs are designed for learners with an undergraduate degree who are looking to advance their careers and learn new skills. Learners who successfully earn an RITx MicroMasters certificate may apply for admission to the RIT program that offers a pathway to credit aligned with their certificate.
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March 22, 2019
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Two comics illustrators to share experiences March 26 and April 4 at RIT
Noah Van Sciver, an Ignatz award-winning graphic novelist and illustrator, will discuss his work across genres in comics on March 26, and Kriota Willberg will discuss her new book, Draw Stronger: Self-Care for Cartoonists and Visual Artists, and her work across media in graphic medicine on April 4.
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March 21, 2019
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Saunders College professorship facilitates ‘unlikely’ interdisciplinary research relationships
As The Benjamin Forman Collaborative Research Professorship, Victor Perotti acts as a facilitator for research alliances that benefit students and faculty that find value in building a portfolio around unique interdisciplinary partnerships.
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March 18, 2019
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RIT Students Get Real-World Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud
Adobe highlights two RIT projects: the game Fragile Equilibrium and an augmented reality app called “Wave.”
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March 15, 2019
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Data science community to gather at RIT for regional DataFest hackathon March 29-31
Teams of three to five students will have 48 hours to mine a complex data set pertaining to a real-world problem. Teams will test their statistical analytic and data science skills to find the best solution.
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March 6, 2019
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Student Spotlight: Showing the artistic side of science
Meet Deirdre Cannon, a first-year biotechnology and molecular bioscience student who loves drawing.
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March 4, 2019
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RIT and Autodesk sign agreement that expands collaboration across university
Rochester Institute of Technology and Autodesk, the international software company whose name is synonymous with computer-aided design (CAD) software, have signed a partnership agreement that will expand RIT’s multidisciplinary educational initiatives with Autodesk across the university.
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March 1, 2019
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Native American communities are fighting to preserve endangered languages
WXXI talks to Robbie Jimerson, a computer science doctoral student about the effort to document the Seneca language with the aid of artificial intelligence.
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February 26, 2019
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MAGIC’s Co-Up program helps students bring their passions to life
The Co-Up program, made possible by contributions from members of the RIT Board of Trustees, is a unique opportunity for students to realize their passion projects.
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February 14, 2019
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RIT offers training for communicator exam
Professionals and students interested in being able to explain complex topics to any audience can now prepare to become certified professional technical communicators at Rochester Institute of Technology.
