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| Today’s Top Stories |
Survey: Student satisfaction hits milestone
For the first time, RIT received an overall student satisfaction rating that is “significantly higher” than the average of private colleges and universities in the U.S., according to the most recent survey by higher education consulting firm Noel Levitz. more »
 Robot mimics human behavior
Students designed and built a 31-inch autonomous humanoid robot platform nicknamed “TigerBot” for their senior design project. The robot is scaled to a human model and has the ability to mimic human movement and behavior. more »
Student furniture artists take top honors
For the third year in a row, a student from the School for American Crafts furniture design program has taken the top prize in the furniture category in the national NICHE Awards student competition. more »
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| Global News |
 Students at home in Henrietta
With campuses in Croatia, Dubai and Kosovo, RIT has a prominent global footprint. But one look and it’s clear that the one with the most international flavor is right here in Henrietta. more »
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| News from NTID |
Students recognized as blooming chemists
Nine NTID laboratory science students are being recognized with 13 awards from the American Chemical Society, the world’s largest scientific society. more »
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| Student Spotlight |
 Class of 2012 graduation delegate reflects on his time at RIT
A Q&A with fourth-year biomedical sciences major and men’s hockey defenseman Chris Haltigin, who is among more than 4,000 students graduating this weekend. more »
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| Sports News |
Two named to National Rowing Championship teams
Senior starboard Emily Burns of the women’s crew team and senior starboard/port Chris Guerra of the men’s team were named to the 2012 Eastern College Athletic Conference National Invitational Rowing Championships All-Conference teams. more »
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| RIT in the News |
Design News
Sensors determine effects of explosions on military personnel
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Times Union
Artisan: Woodworker Ben Rauch makes his magic from fallen trees
Ben Rauch ’08 (woodworking and furniture design) featured more »
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| Upcoming Events |
Academic Convocation Ceremony: Featuring speaker Bill Nye, scientist, TV host, 3 p.m. today, Gordon Field House (overflow seating in Ritter Arena)
Reception: For graduating international students, 5–7 p.m. today, SAU Fireside Lounge
Thesis show and reception: Computer graphics design and graphic design MFA candidates, 6–8 p.m. today, Booth Hall, rooms 1305, 1315, 1400 and 1420
Commencement ceremonies: NTID, 7 p.m. today, Ritter Arena; GCCIS, 7:30 p.m., Gordon Field House
Commencement ceremonies: 8 a.m.–9:30 p.m. May 26 (schedule available here)
Memorial Day: May 28, institute closed
Staff Appreciation Day: Features lunch, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. in Gordon Field House, plus classic car show, miniature golf, Segway rides, lawn games and photo booth, May 30
JPMorgan Chase Corporate Challenge: 7 p.m. May 31
Summer quarter begins: June 4
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