College of Liberal Arts News

Architectural Record features RIT’s new performing arts center, designed by Michael Maltzan, highlighting its bold contemporary design, innovative use of materials, and role as a new gateway and creative hub on campus.

An essay by Amit Batabyal, the Arthur J. Gosnell Professor of Economics and head of the Department of Sustainability, published by Basis Point Insight.

History major Julia Resciniti is headed to law school in the fall, bringing her one step closer to her career goal of becoming a disability rights lawyer and policy advocate.

Makaela Kirish is not only looking forward to an engineering career, but she is also reflecting on her past five years at RIT with her friends, a variety of experiences, and the leadership skills she has gained.

Jillian Antol, a double major in global public health and criminal justice, is postponing law school for the Peace Corps.

An essay by Amit Batabyal, the Arthur J. Gosnell Professor of Economics and head of the Department of Sustainability, published by Rochester Beacon.

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.

The Conversation features an analysis from Sarah Burns, associate professor of political science, examining Congress’ limited oversight of U.S. military action in Iran, highlighting historical patterns of presidential power in war-making.

Imagine RIT: Creativity and Innovation Festival on Saturday features more than 450 exhibits, including electric vehicles, AI robots, and assistive technology.

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.

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.

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.