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June 21, 2022
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NYSP2I selects 13 awardees for 2022-23 Community Grants Program
The New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) has announced 13 winners of its 2022-2023 Community Grants Program as part of the organization’s ongoing efforts to continue improving the health and environmental quality of New York state.
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June 20, 2022
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RIT Venture Creations incubator graduates five start-up companies dedicated to innovation
On June 16, five business technology start-up companies graduated from RIT’s Venture Creations business incubator with a commitment to continuing to engage local and regional suppliers, expand labor forces locally and nationally, and impact the regional economy.
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June 7, 2022
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NYSP2I leads study to help steelmaker verify circular solution for slag
A feasibility study led by the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) and Clarkson University will determine if a common byproduct of steelmaking can be used as a concrete ingredient.
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May 13, 2022
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72 paths to a well-rounded student
While many colleges and universities require general education courses, RIT’s immersion requirement takes it a step further. Beyond the typical writing, math, science, social science, global studies, art, and ethics requirements, students are asked to fulfill an additional nine credits in a topic of interest. The intended result is to produce well-rounded students who have gained broader, more diverse perspectives.
