Blog | Behind the Bricks

June 17, 2019

The World Needs You – 10 Ways to Live Sustainably at RIT

Life is busy during college; it can be easy to prioritize convenience over sustainability. However, there are plenty of small things that can easily be done while living on a college campus and add up to help reduce your carbon footprint and help save our planet. Here's a guide of ten ways to be more sustainable right here at RIT.
June 13, 2019

Tiger Tips: Top 5 RIT Dining Hacks

A list of BTB's top five RIT Dining tricks and tips. From getting discounted coffee to having pizza delivered right to your door, there's something for everyone to try out. Make the most out of your RIT Dining experience with these fun tricks to help you change up your meals.
June 12, 2019

Books You Should Read Based off Your Netflix History

From manuscript to screen, there are so many recent TV shows and movies that got their stories from books. Ranging from teenage romances to action-packed thrillers, popular streaming sites and the box office have released numerous hits that were based on a book. Check out the top books you need to add to your reading list!
June 4, 2019

Geocaching at RIT

Geocaching is a modern day treasure hunting adventure and RIT has some hidden spots of its own. Check out the guide to geocaching on RIT's campus.
May 31, 2019

Tiger Tips: Using Tiger Bucks Off-Campus

IT's Tiger Bucks can be used anywhere on campus to buy food and supplies. However, there are numerous places off-campus that will accept Tiger Bucks as well. BTB put together a guide of all the places Tiger Bucks can be used off-campus.
May 29, 2019

Rochester Festival Guide: Summer 2019

Every summer Rochester has loads of festivals. From music festivals to food rodeos, there is something happening almost every week. BTB put together a quick guide to some of the top festivals happening this summer. Mark your calendar and make the most of your summer in Rochester.
May 24, 2019

Rochester's Food Truck Rodeo

Rochester's food truck scene is something special. Every month from April through September, food trucks of all kinds gather in the public market for a food truck rodeo paired with live local music.
May 21, 2019

Top 10 Spots to Hammock on Campus

If you're looking for a place to go hammocking on RIT's campus, look no further. BTB put together a list of the top spots to hammock on campus. Including spots on academic-side, dorm-side, and other popular areas, this guide has all the top spots.
May 15, 2019

Inside the Life of Studying Abroad at RIT Dubai

Studying abroad is something that crosses a lot of college students' minds. BTB sat down with some students who have recently studied abroad at RIT Dubai. Check out what life was like for them taking classes across waters.