News Stories

The Southern Maryland Chronicle speaks to Matthew Wright, O’Sullivan Professor and chair of the Department of Cybersecurity, about the growing threat of AI-generated misinformation and deepfakes in political campaigns ahead of upcoming elections.

An essay by Amit Batabyal, the Arthur J. Gosnell Professor of Economics and head of the Department of Sustainability, published by Rochester Business Journal. (This content will require a subscription to read.)

The first woman of color to go into space reminded the Class of 2026 at Academic Convocation to be fully present in the world—observing, wondering, and “looking up” rather than moving through life with the shades down in apathy or fear. 

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

WHEC-TV previews the NCAA Division III Tournament run for RIT's men's lacrosse, featuring comments from head coach Jake Coon and senior Jamie Hunt on the team’s season and championship aspirations.

Rochester Business Journal reports on RIT being selected by the U.S. Department of the Army to lead the Army STEM Education Consortium, with Donna Burnette, executive director of the K-12 University Center, and RIT President Bill Sanders discussing the initiative’s national impact on STEM education and workforce development. (This content will require a subscription to view.)

Yahoo Finance spotlights the National Science Teaching Association joining the Army STEM Education Consortium, led by RIT, to support nationwide STEM education and workforce development initiatives.

Rochester Beacon speaks to Donna Burnette, executive director of the K-12 University Center, and RIT President Bill Sanders about RIT leading the Army STEM Education Consortium to expand STEM education and workforce development pathways nationwide.

AP News highlights the National Science Teaching Association partnering with the Army STEM Education Consortium, led by Rochester Institute of Technology, to expand STEM learning opportunities and strengthen the future workforce pipeline.

WHEC-TV speaks to Donna Burnette, executive director of the K-12 University Center, about RIT leading the Army STEM Education Consortium to expand STEM education and workforce development programs nationwide.

Mid East Information highlights the launch of RIT Dubai’s new Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems program, with Panagiotis Kokkalis, chair and associate professor of business and management, discussing its focus on bridging business and technology skills.

Rochester Business Journal reports on leadership transitions at RIT, including Jacqueline Mozrall, dean of Saunders College of Business, announcing plans to step down, and the appointment of Chris Regis as senior vice president and chief financial officer. (This content will require a subscription to view.)