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Imagine spaces, communities, and events where every student feels included and truly at home.
That’s the mission of the Center for Campus Life: to create and support inclusive opportunities, resources, and environments that bridge connections within the RIT community.
Campus Life is where friendships are forged, passions are pursued, and memories are made. Here, you’re not just a student – you’re an integral part of what makes RIT truly extraordinary.
News
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September 16, 2026
RIT’s festival within the Fringe Festival
Visitors attending this year’s ESL Rochester Fringe Festival may not realize they’re also experiencing an unofficial celebration of Rochester Institute of Technology’s creativity. More than 30 performances feature RIT students, faculty, staff, and alumni showcasing the university’s artistic talent.
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August 21, 2026
RIT students share advice for incoming class
Arriving at RIT for the first time can be daunting; it means new faces, new (mostly brick) buildings, and some unwritten rules that students must learn on their own. We asked a few seasoned Tigers for advice on the RIT student experience.
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August 13, 2026
Helping your kid navigate the transition to college doesn't make you a helicopter parent
WXXI speaks to Chelsea Petree, director of Parent and Family Programs, about how students and families can navigate the transition to college and the start of a new academic year.
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March 30, 2026
Shawna Lusk and Janeva Mosher receive 2026 Davis Awards
A lifelong volunteer and advocate for community involvement, and a graduating student whose passion is helping the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community overcome food anxiety are the recipients of this year’s Alfred L. Davis Distinguished Public Service Awards.