News by Topic: Student Experience

RIT continually works to improve and enhance the university experience for our students. Through student clubs and organizations, unique classes and programs, a comprehensive wellness program, and university-led initiatives, students have plenty of opportunities to express themselves, make lifelong connections, and do extraordinary things.

August 26, 2016

Student finds community through RIT a cappella

Meet Kevin Wiesinger, a third-year management information systems major and a member of Proof of Purchase, one of RIT’s seven a cappella groups.
August 22, 2016

RIT promotes student voter education

The “ROAR the Vote” campaign aims to have at least 60 percent of eligible RIT students cast their votes in this year’s election.
August 19, 2016

New students learn even before classes begin

More than 200 first-year students participated in one of 13 pre-orientation programs that included kayaking, wilderness survival, biking, canoeing, hiking and more.
August 19, 2016

RIT president gives final welcome back address

President Destler highlighted several student, faculty and staff accomplishments during his 10th and final welcoming address.
August 17, 2016

RIT welcomes new students at convocation

Thousands of first-year RIT students were told to seize opportunities, get involved in clubs and activities, and don’t give up until they earn their diplomas.
August 17, 2016

RIT welcomes 7th class of Rochester City Scholars

The Rochester City Scholars scholarship program covers full tuition at RIT for those meeting eligibility requirements. The students will be welcomed at a ceremony on Monday.
August 16, 2016

Move-In Day at RIT

The university welcomed some 3,300 new undergraduates to the Henrietta campus.
August 15, 2016

Parking lot closures for move-in day

Traffic will be extremely heavy on campus and some roads and parking lots will be closed to accommodate move-in day for first-year students.
August 15, 2016

James Macchiano to head multicultural center

James Macchiano has been named the new director of the Multicultural Center for Academic Success. He starts his new role on Aug. 29.
August 15, 2016

Institute of Fellows aims to serve students

The Institute of Fellows is made up of 40 retired members who have held distinguished careers and leadership roles within the Rochester community.
August 15, 2016

Goodbye, Goodbuy! sale starts Tuesday

The sale offers incoming RIT students the opportunity to buy used furniture, clothing, fans, lamps, TVs, kitchenware and more at discounted prices.
August 2, 2016

We’ve got the next big idea

RIT’s innovation ecosystem has mushroomed over the past five years, with competitions, events and programs available to turn student ideas into companies.

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