News by Topic: Deaf Community

Researchers have identified an AED that includes visual and text prompts, making it accessible for deaf and hard-of-hearing users and those not familiar with the English language.

A year ago, four engineering technology students were taking the class Foundation of Metals that included a brief training program on how welding is used in manufacturing. They knew they wanted more and a student chapter of the American Welding Society was born.

NTID President Caroline Solomon is interviewed by staff from University of Maryland's College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences about how she inspires deaf and hard-of-hearing college students to pursue careers in STEM fields.

During his first State of the University Address on Wednesday, President Bill Sanders said RIT will continue to deliver a world-class education, support groundbreaking research and scholarship, and be a destination for talent from every corner of the globe.

WXXI speaks to NTID President Caroline Solomon about the importance of the documentary.

The Early Opportunity Program in Medicine is a pre-admission program to the Jacobs School. Accepted students will gain professional interaction and career training at the medical school while earning their undergraduate degree at RIT.

With more than 3,000 students participating in the performing arts at RIT, including a record 601 new Performing Arts Scholars and more than 50 performing arts-focused student clubs, it’s not hard to find instrumental, vocal, theatrical, and dance performances on and around campus throughout the year.

Rochester Beacon interviews incoming NTID President Caroline Solomon.

Jason Nordhaus, associate professor in the Department of Science and Mathematics, talks to Good Morning America about changes in Earth's rotation rates.

ABC News speaks to ASL Interpreter Shiann Cook '21 (university studies) about her performance of Hamilton at an Ohio theater.

WXXI talks with Charles McFadden, executive director of NTID Pre-College Programs, about a new app that allows deaf and hard-of-hearing users to communicate at key points of travel. 

WROC-TV speaks to Charles McFadden, executive director of NTID Pre-College Programs, about meeting the needs of those who require more accessible travel.