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The Graduate School Pulse.
News, Events, Resources and more.

Sept 8, 2023
New graduate students sitting on a circular table with one student holding up and showing a gray RIT T-shirt while others smile at the camera
 

Photo provided by Likhitha Nagahanumaiah, PhD candidate in Color Science. "Paddling through life’s hurdles to find my peace and serenity, one kayak at a time. 🛶" from her recent trip to the Green Lakes State Park. Follow on Instagram @liki_.n.

  
 
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Career & Job Search Event Series: Get Career Fair Ready!

When: September 14th, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM ET
Where: Campus Center 2610/2650

Are you career fair ready? Stop by to learn more about the fair, how to view participating employers that are hiring your major, and how to leave a great impression

Find details and a full list of September Career related events here >
Register here
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AWARE-AI: Fall Mentor Café

When: September 18, 2023, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: James E. Gleason Hall, 09-2955/Gordon Atrium

Hosted by the AWARE-AI NSF Research Traineeship (NRT) Program in the Golisano Atrium, this Mentor Café event welcomes AWARE-AItTrainees and other RIT graduate students. Participating students will have the opportunity to interact with postdocs and early career researchers in a fun and interactive format.

For more information about the AWARE-AI NSF Research Traineeship (NRT) Program and how to apply for a Traineeship, please see https://www.rit.edu/nrtai/.
Register here
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Fram Signature Lecture 2023: Thinking Critically about Scientific Innovations + Medical Policy

When: October 5, 2023, 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Where:  Ingle Auditorium

How do advances in science affect health policies and interventions? Do political and social factors either limit or advance the health of certain populations?  Medical anthropologist and science and technology scholar Natali Valdez, Ph.D., draws on her research in race, gender, and power in the context of scientific knowledge and her recent book “Weighing the Future: Race, Science and Pregnancy Trials in the Postgenomic Era” for a talk focused on the relationship between emergent science and health policy. 
Register here
 
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Alumnus honors longtime Saunders College staff member with endowed scholarship

An indebted alumnus has endowed a scholarship in the name of a longtime Saunders College of Business staff member who made a significant impact on his life and countless other international students who came to call Rochester Institute of Technology their academic home.

Read full story by Rich Kiley >
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Construction begins on RIT’s new music performance theater

Construction is beginning on the first major theater project in the Rochester area in decades, with a 750-seat music performance theater primarily for musical theater productions at Rochester Institute of Technology.

Read full story by Greg Livadas>
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RIT researchers pioneer solutions for degenerative disc disease and back pain

Rochester Institute of Technology researchers are improving non-invasive treatment options for degenerative disc disease, an ailment that impacts 3 million adults yearly in the U.S., according to the Mayo Clinic. Using state-of-the-art gene editing technology in mesenchymal stem cells, the researchers will add to the growing field of regenerative medicine, the process of producing cellular therapies to alleviate pain and lack of mobility.

Read full story by Michelle Cometa>
 
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Free Certificate Program With Saunders’ Leadership Academy

Leadership Academy Certificate Program

Develop your leadership identity, create inclusive and positive team cultures, and enhance your ability to empower others! This free program is available to all RIT students this fall and is sponsored by the Leadership Academy at Saunders. 

Limited spots are available for the Leading High Performance Teams Certificate Program as it introduces students to the critical concepts and skills needed for effectively leading teams in any industry/organization through meaningful, fun, and interactive challenges.

Apply by September 15>
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Counseling and Psychological Services - Anxiety Toolbox Workshop Sessions

Anxiety Toolbox is a three-session workshop, designed to provide participants with a comprehensive set of practical tools and strategies for effectively managing and coping with anxiety. 

Learn and understand your anxiety, and develop skills to manage it over 3 workshop sessions. It starts on September 22nd, Friday at 12 PM until October 6th. Find details and register via the link.
Register here
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Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program | Revit in Sweden



Course Term: Spring 2024
Travel Dates: May 18-June 6, 2024
Credits: 3

Students will learn state-of-the-practice software, Revit, used by architects, engineers, and interior designers to create 3D building designs.
During their three weeks at Malmo University in Sweden, students will explore the Scandinavian region of Northern Europe and the city of Malmo, which has a wide range of architectural styles.

More information >
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WIGS Board 2023
WIGS is dedicated to fostering a dynamic, safe, and inclusive community for graduate student women and all gender minorities at RIT. By joining the board, you will have the opportunity to actively contribute to shaping our organization's initiatives and make a significant impact on the experiences of graduate students within our university. We want to highlight that being a board member of WIGS is not only a fulfilling leadership experience but also adds value to your resume.
No previous board experience is required, and we welcome students from all academic backgrounds. Whether you are in a STEM or non-STEM program, your unique perspectives and skills are invaluable to us. This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your leadership abilities, expand your professional network, and contribute to a supportive community.

We want to emphasize that the weekly time commitment for board members is not substantial and is subject to each member's availability and schedule. We understand that graduate students have a range of academic and personal responsibilities, and we strive to accommodate everyone's commitments. Flexibility is an essential aspect of our board structure, allowing you to balance your involvement in WIGS with other priorities effectively.

If you are interested in joining the WIGS board, please complete this form by September 15th.
 
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Professor Clyde sitting in front a shelf

Clyde Eirikur Hull, Professor, Saunders College of Business, RIT explains the concept of Circular Economy and Circular Entrepreneurship and how it can benefit small businesses and the environment.