RIT women in the news

Saunders College of Business recognizes the accomplishments of its outstanding employees.

The Cool Down speaks to Callie Babbitt, professor in the Golisano Institute for Sustainability, about the environmental tradeoffs of hydroelectric dams as a federal court case in Oregon examines how dam operations impact endangered salmon populations.

The Washington Post features an essay by Sarah Burns, associate professor in RIT's Department of Political Science. The essay was originally published by The Conversation.

Cartoon Brew interviews Christine A. Banna, assistant professor in the School of Film and Animation, about her creative process for animating Moira Smiley's "Haiku" music video.

Imaging science Ph.D. student Muhammad Akif Qadeer has been awarded the 2025 Harvey M. Pollicove Memorial Scholarship from the Optica Foundation. The award is given to one student each year who shows potential in precision optics manufacturing and lens design.

WXXI's Connections with Evan Dawson includes Amy Adrion, assistant professor in the School of Film and Animation, in a discussion about how to work with students who are distracted by their phones and unable to keep their focus.

An essay by Lauren Hall, associate dean in the College of Liberal Arts, published by The Conversation.

RIT's National Technical Institute for the Deaf, with support from Google.org, has developed “Grammar Laboratory,” a learning tool that uses artificial intelligence to assist deaf students with English grammar.

Scientists using data from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have made one of the most detailed, high-resolution maps of dark matter ever produced.

As a second-year biomedical sciences major and honors student on a pre-med track, Rachel Smith sought out hands-on research experience to prepare for the rigors of medical school.

RIT has launched CMOS+X, a National Science Foundation Research Traineeship program that prepares future STEM leaders with professional skills training, including interdisciplinary collaboration, scientific writing, strategic communication, and project management skills.

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on a year filled with milestones, innovation, and inspiring stories from across the RIT community.