College of Liberal Arts News

  • April 20, 2026

    a farmer walks white cows across a field, inspecting damaged crops during a period of extreme heat.

    Basis Point Insight features an essay by Amit Batabyal, the Arthur J. Gosnell Professor of Economics and head of the Department of Sustainability, examining how extreme heat impacts agriculture and food systems, highlighting hidden risks of undernutrition among vulnerable populations despite market adaptations.

  • April 14, 2026

    an exterior view of the R I T performing arts center

    Democrat & Chronicle speaks to architect Michael Maltzan, performing arts scholar Jeffrey Gross, and President Emeritus David Munson about the design of RIT’s new performing arts center, highlighting its creative spaces and role in supporting collaboration and the arts.

  • April 13, 2026

    an basic map of the united states with red arrows pointing to the northeast region.

    Democrat & Chronicle speaks to Christine Keiner, chair of the Department of Science, Technology and Society, about the Climate Havens Symposium co-hosted with the University of Rochester, exploring the human impact of climate migration.

  • April 13, 2026

    a man sits in a red chair in an empty auditorium smilng at the camera.

    CITY speaks to Thomas Warfield, professor of practice in RIT/NTID’s performing arts department, about his final production “Pure Imagination: The Magical Candy Shoppe,” highlighting interdisciplinary collaboration and the role of creativity in student learning.

  • April 13, 2026

    a young woman sits with a male instructor on the set of ARC Rochester

    Fox Rochester speaks to Thomas Warfield, professor of practice, and performer Talayeh Delis about “Pure Imagination: The Magical Candy Shoppe,” a multidisciplinary performance that marks his final production after 28 years at the university.

  • April 13, 2026

    Group of officials cut orange R I T ribbon during building opening ceremony indoors

    WROC-TV reports on RIT’s new performing arts center debuting with a sold-out inaugural performance, marking a major addition to the region’s arts and entertainment landscape.

  • April 13, 2026

    pink stairwell with geometric walls and tall window casting soft light

    Democrat and Chronicle showcases a gallery of RIT’s new performing arts center, showcasing its design, features, and ribbon-cutting event as a major addition to campus and the region’s arts scene.