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 1, 2016

Roadwork begins near campus

A state Department of Transportation project is designed to make safety improvements at the intersection of Jefferson Road, John Street and Brighton Henrietta Town Line Road.
July 18, 2016

RIT hosts Adult and Part-time Study Connection

The study connection is helpful to those who are looking to update professional skills, complete a graduate or undergraduate college degree part time, or change career paths.
July 14, 2016

Imagine RIT named favorite family-friendly fest

For the second year in a row, RIT’s Imagine RIT: Innovation and Creativity Festival has been voted “Favorite Family-Friendly Festival” by Kids Out and About.
July 12, 2016

RIT offers eclectic lineup at Fringe Festival 2016

Students, faculty, staff, alumni and Osher members are part of an eclectic lineup of performances in this year's Fringe Festival Sept. 15-24 in Rochester.
July 1, 2016

RIT included in 'Fiske Best Buy' list for 2017

RIT has again been named a Fiske Best Buy , school one of only 26 private and 21 public universities included in the 2017 edition.
June 30, 2016

Matchett named assistant vice president at NTID

Mary Karol Matchett has been named assistant vice president for student and academic services at NTID, leading programs and services that bridge academic and student life.
June 30, 2016

Humans of New York creator coming to RIT

Brandon Stanton, who created the Humans of New York blog and books depicting portraits of life and individuals in New York City, is this year's Horton Distinguished Speaker.
June 28, 2016

Twyla Cummings named dean of Graduate Education

Twyla Cummings, who is senior associate dean for graduate studies and faculty research in the College of Imaging Arts and Sciences, assumes her new role Aug. 1.
June 28, 2016

RIT team wins global challenge against terrorism

“It’s Time: ExOut Extremism,” a social media campaign created by RIT students, took top prize in the U.S. State Department’s P2P: Challenging Extremism competition.
June 23, 2016

RIT team a finalist in challenge against terrorism

The team—chosen from 56 universities around the world—will present its social media campaign “ExOut Extremism” at the U.S. Department of State on Monday.
June 9, 2016

RIT recognized for supporting employee wellness

RIT was named a recipient of this year’s Wealth of Health awards for having a wellness program to help employees stay healthy, lose weight, quit smoking and reduce stress.
June 2, 2016

Top stories and videos for May

President Destler’s plans to retire, Imagine RIT and commencement were among the most popular news stories and videos last month.

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