The annual awards are presented to staff members who exemplify outstanding service and dedication to the university and who exhibit a high degree of personal ethics and integrity, while demonstrating a commitment to student success.

The Edwina Award, from the Women, Gender, and Sexuality Resource Center, is given to a faculty or staff member for significant contributions to enhance gender diversity and inclusiveness at RIT.

RIT and AT&T are teaming up to host a digital game development program that addresses equality issues in technology education and helps local students impacted by the digital divide.