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April 24, 2026
Revolutionizing tech at Imagine RIT
WHAM-TV previews Imagine RIT, highlighting student-created projects and innovations across AI, robotics, gaming, and engineering ahead of the campus-wide festival.
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April 24, 2026
Students speak about projects with AI, virtual reality, and more ahead of Imagine RIT
WHEC-TV previews Imagine RIT, featuring remarks from Lisa Stein, festival director, about the annual event showcasing student innovation across AI, robotics, gaming, and more.
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April 24, 2026
Imagine RIT festival returns to Rochester this weekend
Spectrum News highlights Imagine RIT, focusing on the interactive exhibits and student-driven innovations in areas like artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and design.
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April 24, 2026
Imagine RIT returns with hands-on innovation, accessible tech in spotlight
WROC-TV spotlights Imagine RIT, featuring student projects and the return of the annual festival showcasing technology, creativity, and global collaboration.
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April 23, 2026
Two RIT alumni trained Artemis II astronauts to capture stunning photos during historic lunar flyby
WHEC-TV speaks to RIT alumni Paul Reichert and Katrina Willoughby, along with Christye Sisson, director and Gannett Chair for the photographic arts and sciences program, about training Artemis II astronauts to capture space imagery during the lunar mission.
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April 22, 2026
Josh Owen Interview: How History and Materials Shape Our Future
Design Magazine speaks to Josh Owen, director of the Vignelli Center for Design Studies, about his approach to minimalist design, sustainability, and teaching through design archives.
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April 22, 2026
New research shows rising class, falling race gaps in economic mobility
An essay by Amit Batabyal, the Arthur J. Gosnell Professor of Economics and head of the Department of Sustainability, published by Rochester Beacon.
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April 20, 2026
How Extreme Heat Deepens Rural Undernutrition
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.
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April 20, 2026
Trump sidelined Congress’ authority over war on Iran – and lawmakers allowed it, extending a 75 year trend
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.
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April 20, 2026
RIT performer Thomas Warfield honored ahead of final production after nearly three decades of service
WHEC-TV speaks to Thomas Warfield, professor of practice at NTID, about being honored for decades of impact on the university and local arts community.
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April 20, 2026
Thomas Warfield receives key to City of Rochester ahead of final production
WHAM-TV highlights Thomas Warfield, professor of practice at NTID, being honored for his decades of contributions to the arts ahead of his final production.
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April 17, 2026
As AI use booms, RIT offers bachelor's degree in artificial intelligence
Spectrum News speaks to T.J. Borelli, principal lecturer of computer science, and Sharon Mason, director of the School of Information, about the university’s new bachelor’s degree in artificial intelligence and growing student interest in the field.