Diversity, Inclusion, and Access

We understand the value of diversity and the importance of increasing the number of women working in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. WISe is a unique program at RIT which focuses on issues related to women faculty, women students, and young girls.

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In June of 2017, College of Science faculty, staff and students launched a five-year plan to foster a more inclusive environment across the College. The Inclusive Excellence initiative is funded by a $1M grant from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI).

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What makes RIT the best choice for deaf and hear-of-hearing science and mathematics students? The College of Science, in collaboration with the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, is committed to providing deaf and hard-of-hearing students with outstanding access and support services, such as interpreting services, note-taking, real-time captioning, and tutoring/advising. Learn more about access and support services. NTID also offers individualized pre-baccalaureate programs to help students prepare for specific RIT science programs. Contact the NTID Admissions for more information.

Are you a Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing undergraduate student at RIT? Do you want to become a scientist? With the RIT-RISE Scientists-In-Training Program, getting a doctorate (Ph.D.) degree is now within your reach.

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