Upcoming Events

All the events below are hosted by the Honors Program or heavily feature Honors Students. We will let you know whether these events count for comp learning in the description of the event. Please note that some of these events may only be hosted for specific Honors Colleges. The event description will specify if the event is only available for a focused group; if it does not say anything otherwise, all our events are open to any Honors Student. 

Click below to view the full Calendar of Honors Program Events this semester.

Finals can be a stressful time of year, so de-stress and reset for the final weeks of the semester with power yoga!

RIT Power Yoga is inviting Honors students to a yoga session in collaboration with the Community & Wellness Committee. Release your energy and build strength at this event to benefit your physical and emotional wellness. 

All levels are welcome and snacks will be provided to give you some fuel!

12/04 from 8:00-9:00pm
HAC A120 (Lower Dance Studio)
Register on CampusGroups!

Stanley and the rest of Honors is celebrating the end of the semester with a winter celebration Honors Hour!

Stop by to decorate a snow globe and other winter-themed crafts to get into the snowy spirit. There will be special holiday treats and beverages, and as always, pizza will be provided!

12/05 from 11:30am-12:30pm
SAU 1510 (1829 Room)
Register on CampusGroups! (or just show up)

The 11th Annual Honors Research & Creativity Symposium will take place on 12/06 from 2:00–4:30pm in the Student Hall for Exploration and Development (SHED) 3300

At the Symposium 100+ Honors students will present their research, Honors projects, and creative endeavors during four rounds of 25 minute poster presentations. Attendees will receive complementary learning hours (minus your time presenting). Light refreshments will be provided for presenters and guests!

Planning to present at the symposium? Please submit your Intent to Present/Abstract no later than 11/09 by clicking the button below:

• All work will be shared in the form of a poster presentation - there are no lecture style presentations 
• Creative presentations can be in the form of a poster, or students can display the artwork or project itself (a painting, design project, sculpture, media presentation, etc.) 
• Each presenter will have approximately 25 minutes to present 
• Students can present independently or with a student or faculty co-presenter
• Presentations at the HR&CS fulfill the presentation requirement for an Honors Option
• The HR&CS will be open to the RIT community - Please consider inviting the faculty member(s) associated with your project
• Honors Alumni will be in attendance at the event
• If you are submitting with a co-presenter (like many of the first year seminars) please submit only one proposal

POSTER PRINTING The Honors office can coordinate the printing of your poster

• Posters are $44.97
• You can use your Honors Grant to pay for printing
• Posters must be 24" x 36" -  If a raster file, then 300 DPI is required. If the graphic is Vector, then no need to be concerned with DPI
• If you are having the Honors office print your poster the deadline to submit your design is Sunday 11/17 at 11:59pm
• Email you poster design to honors@rit.edu on or before the deadline
• Printed posters will be distributed at the symposium - they will be grouped according to your presentation time and you will pick up your poster when you check in at the event
   

RIT Honors is planning a trip to Boston this upcoming Spring Break. Students will travel together to visit historical and cultural sites and engage in college-specific programming. Attendees will also have the opportunity to visit businesses and industry locations that align with their professional pursuits. 

Travel Dates: Depart from RIT early Tuesday, 3/10 and return late Friday, 3/13.


Trip Details 
Transportation: 56-seat charter bus.
Accommodations: Double occupancy rooms at the Harborside Inn.
Meals: Meals will be provided.
Cost: $200 deposit - Can be reimbursed through your Honors Grant after the trip.
Group Events: We will attend a networking and alumni event with RIT President William Sanders on 3/12. We are also planning cultural and historical exploration including the Boston Freedom Trail. 
College Specific Events: Students will visit businesses and industries with their individual college for tours and behind-the-scenes access with alumni and supporters of RIT.

Registration and Deposit Deadline: 2/02/2026.
Register and reserve your spot today by clicking this link!

Honors Council is a student-led organization whose purpose is to coordinate Honors Program activities. Full Council meets every other Tuesday from 5:30-6:30pm. Full Honors Council meetings will take place every-other week on the same day in the same time and location, and committees will meet weekly. 

Students attending Honors Council meetings receive 1/2 hour of complementary learning! Log in when you arrive at the meeting and the office will add 30 minutes to your account for each meeting. 

Fall 2025 Meeting Days & Locations:
Full Honors Council: Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30pm, WAL 4600
Academic Excellence Committee: Mondays, 10:00-11:00am, GOL-CYB 1710 Meeting Room 3
Community & Wellness Committee: Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00pm, LBR 3225
Service & Leadership Committee: Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30pm, WAL 4600

Honors Hour is every other Friday from 11:30am-12:30pm. These networking get-togethers with Honors students foster a sense of belonging and provide opportunities to connect with your Honors peers and learn about upcoming events. Themes vary, a range of casual activities like puzzles or a friendly game of trivia to programming with presenters or organized group activities. Pizza, snacks, and drinks are provided at every session! Register on CampusGroups (or just pop in) - all Honors students are welcome! 

Fall 2025 Dates & Locations
11/7 - 1829 Room (SAU 1510): Trivia
11/21 - 1829 Room (SAU 1510): Roc Therapy Dogs
12/5 - 1829 Room (SAU 1510): Winter Celebration - Re-Gift Party

Stop by the Honors Office on the first Friday of each month for Office Chats! It's the same Coffee & Chat you know and love, but now with a new name! Stop by the Honors Office for the first Friday of each month to hang out with other Honors students, talk with the Office staff and ask questions, and enjoy some tasty treats. 

Office Chats is the First Friday of each month at the Honors Office from 10:00-11:00am.