December 11, 2015
The RIT Orchestra and New York State Ballet perform “The Nutcracker” together this weekend. more »
Today’s Top Stories
RIT projects win New York state funding
Three RIT economic development projects are among the Finger Lakes Regional Economic Development Council initiatives receiving funding from New York state.
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RIT to host Congressional App Challenge kick-off
For the second year, RIT’s MAGIC Center will host the kick-off event for the Congressional App Challenge on Saturday in Student Innovation Hall.
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Students reach next phase of SpaceX competition
Two teams of undergraduate RIT students beat out universities and companies from around the world to advance to the first phase of design process and presentation in the SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition Design Weekend.
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Three RIT economic development projects are among the Finger Lakes Regional Economic Development Council initiatives receiving funding from New York state.
read more »
RIT to host Congressional App Challenge kick-off
For the second year, RIT’s MAGIC Center will host the kick-off event for the Congressional App Challenge on Saturday in Student Innovation Hall.
read more »
Students reach next phase of SpaceX competition
Two teams of undergraduate RIT students beat out universities and companies from around the world to advance to the first phase of design process and presentation in the SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition Design Weekend.
read more »
Featured Video
RIT Model Railroad ClubAt 7 p.m. on Tuesdays, the RIT Model Railroad Club meets to work on an intricate system of tracks and trains replicating sections of real track in the region. This weekend, they host the Tiger Tracks Train Show, the largest model train show in Rochester. watch video »
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Student Spotlight
Model Railroad Club president prepares for train show
Meet Matthew Glazer, fourth-year electrical engineering major and president of the RIT Model Railroad Club, as he prepares for this weekend’s Tiger Tracks Train Show.
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Meet Matthew Glazer, fourth-year electrical engineering major and president of the RIT Model Railroad Club, as he prepares for this weekend’s Tiger Tracks Train Show.
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RIT in the News
Henrietta Post
RIT students participate in Hour of Code computing event
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International Business Times
2015 Meteor shower: Geminid meteor shower display to peak on Dec. 14, where and how to best view
Michael Richmond, professor of physics and astronomy, and RIT Observatory featured more »
National Science Foundation
'Educator ambassadors' learn, then share #NSFastronomy
Brian Koberlein, lecturer of physics, featured more »
Democrat and Chronicle
So Rochester won $500m. Now what?
Carlos Carballada, interim executive director of the Center for Urban Entrepreneurship, quoted more »
Democrat and Chronicle
Golberg at center of attack as RIT looks for turnaround
Mark Golberg, hockey player and second-year marketing major, featured more »
RIT students participate in Hour of Code computing event
more »
International Business Times
2015 Meteor shower: Geminid meteor shower display to peak on Dec. 14, where and how to best view
Michael Richmond, professor of physics and astronomy, and RIT Observatory featured more »
National Science Foundation
'Educator ambassadors' learn, then share #NSFastronomy
Brian Koberlein, lecturer of physics, featured more »
Democrat and Chronicle
So Rochester won $500m. Now what?
Carlos Carballada, interim executive director of the Center for Urban Entrepreneurship, quoted more »
Democrat and Chronicle
Golberg at center of attack as RIT looks for turnaround
Mark Golberg, hockey player and second-year marketing major, featured more »
Today’s Weather
Upcoming Events
RITGA Fall Drag Show: A fairy tale-themed event, doors open at 7:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. today, Ingle Auditorium, tickets $3 pre-sale, $5 at the door
Tiger Tracks Train Show: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. tomorrow and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Gordon Field House, free to students, $5 general admission, $3 seniors 65+
Winter Escape: Cookie decorating, mug painting, photos with friends and warm refreshments, 8 p.m. tomorrow, SAU 1829 Room
COLA Fall Cram Session: Study with peer mentors from your major, free food and beverages, noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Stan McKenzie Commons
Math Crash: Study session with the School of Mathematical Sciences, free pizza provided, 2-7 p.m. Sunday, Bruce & Nora James Atrium, Gosnell Hall
Observatory open house: Visit the RIT Observatory during the Geminid meteor showers, 7-9 p.m. Monday, RIT Observatory, 645 John St.
Tiger Tracks Train Show: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. tomorrow and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Gordon Field House, free to students, $5 general admission, $3 seniors 65+
Winter Escape: Cookie decorating, mug painting, photos with friends and warm refreshments, 8 p.m. tomorrow, SAU 1829 Room
COLA Fall Cram Session: Study with peer mentors from your major, free food and beverages, noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Stan McKenzie Commons
Math Crash: Study session with the School of Mathematical Sciences, free pizza provided, 2-7 p.m. Sunday, Bruce & Nora James Atrium, Gosnell Hall
Observatory open house: Visit the RIT Observatory during the Geminid meteor showers, 7-9 p.m. Monday, RIT Observatory, 645 John St.
Scoreboard
Men’s track and field: RIT Early Season Invitational, 1st of 8 teams
Women’s track and field: RIT Early Season Invitational, 2nd of 8 teams
Women’s track and field: RIT Early Season Invitational, 2nd of 8 teams
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