Tiger's Tale: August 11, 2023

Brick City Homecoming & Family Weekend is a longstanding RIT tradition of celebrating families, students, alumni, staff, and friends of the University with one spectacular weekend in early October.

Join us October 13-15, 2023!

Register for Brick City events

In the spirit of RIT’s Action Plan for Race and Ethnicity, the university is renaming Nathaniel Rochester Hall after Fredericka Douglass Sprague Perry, a former student, philanthropist, and pioneer in Black children’s welfare.

The name change is effective immediately with signage going up on the residence hall later in August, as well as formal programming as part of our Lighting the Way ceremony, scheduled for Aug. 31. 

Learn more about renaming NRH  

Alumni like you play an important role in recruiting future Tigers by recommending RIT to prospective students within your families, communities, and professional networks. And now that role is even more valuable! Did you know? When you refer a prospective student to RIT, that student is eligible for the RIT Alumni Referral Award, a $1,000 per year scholarship renewable for four years. Each alum can refer one undergraduate applicant per year for this award.

Learn more about the Alumni Referral Award program 

Lockheed Martin, San Diego, CA

Training Simulator Technician/MCAS
Career Connect Job #109326

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we are driven by innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach - and yours as a Lockheed Martin employee. Lockheed Martin values your skills, training and education. Come and experience your future!

Apply to Lockheed Martin now

American Heart Association, Killeen, TX

Associate Research & Grants Administrator
Career Connect Job #109479

Now is the time to join us and make a difference. Be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Here at the American Heart Association, you matter and so does your career. The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for an Associate Research and Grants Administrator in our National Center office located in Dallas, TX . (Flexible work arrangements available.

Apply to the American Heart Association now

Matt Hartensveld named as a SEMICON West 20 Under 30 future microelectronics industry leader

From building a cleanroom in his family home while he was in high school to becoming an entrepreneur and Ph.D., it is no wonder that Matt Hartensveld BS '18, MS '18 is viewed as a future leader in the microelectronics industry. He was recently named SEMICON West 20 under 30 awardee, given by the organization to recognize the microelectronic industry’s brightest young leaders.

Learn more about Matt

What began as an idea for an RIT alumna eight years ago has turned into an important option—two options now, actually—for families in need of healthcare in Western New York. AcuteKids Pediatric Urgent Care, the brainchild of Chrysa Charno BS ’03, MBA '09—opened a second location—this site in Gates, N.Y.—after its original location opened in Webster, N.Y., in 2019.

Learn more about Chrysa

RIT student graduates with multiple degrees

Despite overcoming health challenges from a car accident, Bobby Kovach BS '23, MS '23, who recently graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology, managed to earn two degrees in four disciplines at the same time. “RIT has had an extraordinary impact on me and my career,” he said. “I'm grateful to RIT for providing me with opportunities to keep moving forward.”

Learn more about Bobby

Grace Koester BS '18, MBA '20 and Michael Schroeder BS '20 got married on July 14th, 2023 at the Wintergarden in Rochester, N.Y.


Read more about Grace and Michael

Amanda Weissman BS '09, MS'09 and Adam Weissman BS '09, MS '10 were both recognized with Lockheed Martin Rotary Missions and Systems' highest award, Evening of Excellence.

Read more about the Weissman's

Tim Beal BS '20 married Nichelle Kelly in Vernon, N.Y. on June 9, 2023.

Read more about Tim

Your relationship with RIT doesn't end when you cross the stage. Update your information at rit.edu/alumni/update and join the thousands of other proud alumni who volunteer, attend alumni events, take advantage of alumni benefits, and continue to support the areas of RIT that mean the most to them. By completing the form, you will ensure that you receive invitations to alumni events in your region as well at the RIT University Magazine throughout the year.