News by Topic
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April 18, 2024
Engineering professor becomes part of SMART Hub to improve wireless spectrum accessibility
The wireless spectrum has become very crowded real estate, and work is underway through a new technology research center to improve spectrum access, co-existence, and security.
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April 17, 2024
RIT to break ground on new athletic stadium
Rochester Business Journal talks about the new athletics stadium being built on the RIT campus.
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April 17, 2024
Should We Change Species to Save Them?
The New York Times cites a paper co-authored by Evelyn Brister, professor in the Department of Philosophy, about conservation science.
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April 17, 2024
WHY ROC: Imagine RIT Creativity and Innovation Festival
WROC-TV talks to Ann Ielapi, senior director of events and conferences for Government and Community Relations, about the upcoming Imagine RIT festival.
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April 17, 2024
New microplastics research hub aims to unravel health impact in changing climate
RIT is spearheading a transformative $7.3 million research hub in collaboration with the University of Rochester. The center will study the lifecycle of microplastics, including its origin as plastic waste, distribution, and movement in the Great Lakes freshwater ecosystem.
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April 16, 2024
Strong Museum hosts Deaf Day of Play
WHAM-TV talks to Danny Maffia, senior lecturer in NTID's Department of ASL and Interpreting Education and director of Interpreting, about the event.
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April 16, 2024
Strong Museums’ Deaf Day of Play highlights inclusivity for those hard of hearing
Spectrum News covers the Deaf Day of Play at the Strong National Museum of Play.
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April 16, 2024
Deaf Day of Play at Strong National Museum of Play
WHEC-TV talks to Joshua Sitte, student interpreter at RIT, during the Deaf Day of Play at the Strong National Museum of Play.
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April 16, 2024
RIT’s Expressive Communication Center students explore ableism in communication-focused settings
RIT's Expressive Communication Center delves into the challenges of ableism in communication education, presenting their findings at a national conference in Arizona. ECC students aim to foster dialogue on accessibility and inclusive communication practices, advocating for more inclusive assessment methods in higher education.
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April 16, 2024
Six-hour RIT Unlabeled Music Festival takes over the SHED on April 20
RIT's second annual Unlabeled Music Festival, part of SpringFest 2024, will showcase over 40 student acts across four stages in the innovative SHED building on April 20. From rock bands to a cappella and electronic music, the festival highlights the growing interest and talent in performing arts at RIT.
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April 16, 2024
Tiger Stadium groundbreaking ceremony set for April 18
RIT is set to break ground on a modern Tiger Stadium, marking the latest upgrade in its athletic facilities, complete with state-of-the-art amenities and seating for 1,180. Scheduled for completion in 2025, the stadium symbolizes RIT's dedication to athletic excellence and community spirit.
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April 15, 2024
Biochemistry student receives Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship
RIT third-year biochemistry student Aidan Miller has been awarded a Barry Goldwater Scholarship, the most prestigious undergraduate research scholarship in the United States, given to students pursuing a career in the natural sciences, mathematics, or engineering.