December 9, 2014
Eric Kunsman will talk about his exhibit in the Dyer Arts Center on Wednesday. more »
Today’s Top Stories
RIT’s Strategic Plan: Greatness Through Difference
In 2013, the RIT community embarked upon the development of a new strategic plan to leverage institutional strengths. That plan is known as “Greatness Through Difference.” Hear from several university leaders on what the plan means to them.
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Re-energize with ‘Destination Intersession’
Destination Intersession, hosted by The Wallace Center, is designed to help faculty renew and re-energize between academic terms. The program features several workshops and presentations.
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In 2013, the RIT community embarked upon the development of a new strategic plan to leverage institutional strengths. That plan is known as “Greatness Through Difference.” Hear from several university leaders on what the plan means to them.
read more »
Re-energize with ‘Destination Intersession’
Destination Intersession, hosted by The Wallace Center, is designed to help faculty renew and re-energize between academic terms. The program features several workshops and presentations.
read more »
Student Newsmakers
Eight Beat Measure on Varsity Vocals album
A cappella group Eight Beat Measure received a place on the Varsity Vocals Best of Collegiate A Cappella 2015 album with their recording of “Talk Dirty,” originally performed by Jason Derulo. Download the song for free.
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A cappella group Eight Beat Measure received a place on the Varsity Vocals Best of Collegiate A Cappella 2015 album with their recording of “Talk Dirty,” originally performed by Jason Derulo. Download the song for free.
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Sports News
Track and field athletes honored
Kelly Fredette and Kendra Bush of the women’s track and field team were named Liberty League Track and Field Athletes of the Week. Jake Saxton and Derek Swarthout of the men’s team are Field Athlete and Rookie of the Week.
Kelly Fredette and Kendra Bush of the women’s track and field team were named Liberty League Track and Field Athletes of the Week. Jake Saxton and Derek Swarthout of the men’s team are Field Athlete and Rookie of the Week.
RIT in the News
The Huffington Post
Grade Inflation, Academic Rigor, and College Graduation Rates
Guest column by Bill Destler, president more »
Rochester Business Journal
Next stop, Japan: He likes a challenge
Jaquan Outlaw, third-year new media marketing major, featured more »
Grade Inflation, Academic Rigor, and College Graduation Rates
Guest column by Bill Destler, president more »
Rochester Business Journal
Next stop, Japan: He likes a challenge
Jaquan Outlaw, third-year new media marketing major, featured more »
Today’s Weather
Upcoming Events
Workshop: Choosing safer, environmentally safe toys, Kate Winneback, New York State Pollution Prevention Institute, noon today, Louise Slaughter Hall, room 2150
Discussion: “State of the Union: AALANA Matters,” discuss issues that impact the AALANA community academically and socially, 7 p.m. today, Campus Center, room 2610/2650
Gray Matter discussion series: “Police, Race and the Justice System: Whose Issue Is It?” noon Dec. 10, SAU MOSAIC Center
Talk: Eric Kunsman, photographer featured in “Thou Art… Will Give…” exhibition, 4 p.m. Dec. 10, Dyer Arts Center
Stan McKenzie Salon Series: “Living and Learning in the Ludic Century,” Trent Hergenrader, assistant professor of English, 4 p.m. Dec. 10, Liberal Arts Hall, Stan McKenzie Commons
Late-night breakfast: 9–11 p.m. Dec. 10, Gracie’s, Grace Watson Hall
Reading Day: No classes, Dec. 11
Winter Craft Sale: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Dec. 12, SAU lobby and Fireside Lounge
Presentation: “Home Appliances for Sustainable Living,” collaboration between General Electric and industrial design program, 10:30 a.m. Dec. 12, University Gallery
Discussion: “State of the Union: AALANA Matters,” discuss issues that impact the AALANA community academically and socially, 7 p.m. today, Campus Center, room 2610/2650
Gray Matter discussion series: “Police, Race and the Justice System: Whose Issue Is It?” noon Dec. 10, SAU MOSAIC Center
Talk: Eric Kunsman, photographer featured in “Thou Art… Will Give…” exhibition, 4 p.m. Dec. 10, Dyer Arts Center
Stan McKenzie Salon Series: “Living and Learning in the Ludic Century,” Trent Hergenrader, assistant professor of English, 4 p.m. Dec. 10, Liberal Arts Hall, Stan McKenzie Commons
Late-night breakfast: 9–11 p.m. Dec. 10, Gracie’s, Grace Watson Hall
Reading Day: No classes, Dec. 11
Winter Craft Sale: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Dec. 12, SAU lobby and Fireside Lounge
Presentation: “Home Appliances for Sustainable Living,” collaboration between General Electric and industrial design program, 10:30 a.m. Dec. 12, University Gallery
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