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The Character Mosaic Project is a recently revived initiative that aims to build a library of 3D characters — diverse in their ethnicities and backgrounds — that are open source for animators to seamlessly use as a broader range of subjects in their films. The project is led by Kevin Bauer, graduate director of the film and animation MFA program.

RIT is celebrating a record year for sponsored research funding in fiscal year 2025, receiving $105 million.

Distinguished engineer Anshu Kak doesn’t believe that artificial intelligence (AI) will replace people. Instead, it can augment human capabilities—but the key is understanding how to leverage it effectively.

Democrat and Chronicle speaks to Dan Hughes, lecturer in the School of Photographic Arts and Sciences, and Eric Kunsman, assistant professor in NTID’s visual communications studies department, about the event.

Fast Company shares an essay by Soon Hyeok Choi, assistant professor in the Department of Finance and Accounting, originally published by The Conversation.

Rochester Beacon speaks to Christine Banna, assistant professor in the School of Film and Animation, about the sensorial experiences offered in the show.

WHEC-TV speaks to RIT President William H. Sanders and other local university leaders about the effect of federal policy changes on international students and research.

WXXI speaks to NTID President Caroline Solomon about the importance of the documentary.

Democrat and Chronicle speaks to Elizabeth Call, university archivist; Keith Jenkins, vice president and associate provost for the Division of Access, Engagement, and Success; and fourth-year student Kasim O’Meally about the history of the university's ALANA student clubs and organizations. (This content may require a subscription to view.)

With more than 3,000 students participating in the performing arts at RIT, including a record 601 new Performing Arts Scholars and more than 50 performing arts-focused student clubs, it’s not hard to find instrumental, vocal, theatrical, and dance performances on and around campus throughout the year.

WHEC-TV speaks to John Aasp, gallery director in the College of Art and Design, about the opening.

WHEC-TV speaks to Eric Hittinger, chair of the Department of Public Policy, about how AI use affects the environment.