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RIT is in the homestretch of its reaccreditation process, and all signs are very favorable after a spring site visit by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education evaluation team.

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. 

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.)

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.

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.

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.

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.

Graduates from RIT's Class of 2026 share what's next for them. From jobs with national and global companies to prestigious graduate programs and life-changing careers, these students have amazing futures ahead.

The U.S. Department of the Army Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics has awarded RIT a premier cooperative agreement to establish and lead the Army STEM Education Consortium.

RIT President Bill Sanders has appointed Christine “Chris” Regis as senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective July 1.

Valeria Marin Montealegre is completing her Ph.D. in mechanical and industrial engineering. She plans to expand a custom, implantable device company she co-founded.

The RIT Graduate Showcase allowed students to explain their research to their peers.