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Advertising Photography Option - Photographic and Imaging Arts BFA
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October 22, 2025
How 6,500 People Lit an Incredible 360° Nighttime Panorama of an NFL Stadium
PetaPixel speaks to Eric Kunsman, assistant professor in the Department of Visual Communications Studies, about the logistics of planning an event like Big Shot.
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September 24, 2025
New School of Film and Animation director, faculty roles for 2025-26
Ricky Figueora taking over as the new director of RIT's School of Film and Animation headlines exciting promotions and additions to the College of Art and Design faculty.
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August 27, 2025
Big Shot 37 set to touch down at Buffalo Bills Highmark Stadium
On Saturday, Oct. 11, the Big Shot will return for its 37th event to illuminate the Buffalo Bills Highmark Stadium. RIT and the Bills invite the community to shine a light on the interior of the stadium to document the iconic location before it closes, making way for a new stadium set to open in 2026.
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August 26, 2025
Alumni mentorship leads to new opportunities
Having the right networking connections can make or break a career in the film industry. Thankfully for Marica Joseph, there are plenty of RIT alumni who she can learn from.
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July 30, 2025
Experiential learning in RIT galleries serves as launchpad for students
Many employees of RIT City Art Space have used their experience working in the gallery to prepare for fulfilling careers in museums, community art centers, and project and event management.
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April 18, 2025
Tigers take on New York City through a new study-away program
This is the first semester RIT in NYC was offered, and nine students jumped at the opportunity to gain work experience through internships, take in-person classes tailored to the program, and enjoy excursions around one of the largest creative industry landscapes on the East Coast.
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March 3, 2025
RIT storytellers capture the heart and hustle of Special Olympics athletes
Students from various majors across RIT made a website providing wall-to-wall coverage of the 2025 Special Olympics New York Winter Games. This was the fourth year RIT partnered with Special Olympics to document the events.
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October 10, 2024
Venice Art Biennial showcases RIT's extensive creative community
Six faculty are featured in an exhibition in Venice that showcases the College of Art and Design's breadth of creative disciplines through the unification of sculpture, film, photography, and industrial design.
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September 23, 2024
RIT Big Shot 36 illuminates the Student Hall for Exploration and Development
Hundreds gathered in front of RIT’s Student Hall for Exploration and Development (SHED) at sunset to capture the latest Big Shot image on Sept. 20.
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September 13, 2024
Community opportunity to 'paint with light' returns with RIT Big Shot 36
RIT’s annual Big Shot is returning for its 36th event on Friday, Sept. 20. The Rochester community is invited to shine a light on RIT’s Student Hall for Exploration and Development (SHED), the university’s newest facility housing makerspaces, performing arts areas, and high-tech classrooms.
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June 28, 2024
Students, colleagues remember photography faculty David Turner
David Turner, who began teaching in RIT's School of Photographic Arts and Sciences, died June 18 at the age of 65, according to his obituary. Former students and colleagues paid tribute with stories of his generosity, creative abilities, mentorship, and friendship.
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June 12, 2024
Students blend art, technology in Interactive Music Video Experiences class
Interdisciplinary teams of students applied their ingenuity and technological sensibilities in collaboration with local professional musicians to create interactive experiences.