News by Topic: Student Experience
RIT continually works to improve and enhance the university experience for our students. Through student clubs and organizations, unique classes and programs, a comprehensive wellness program, and university-led initiatives, students have plenty of opportunities to express themselves, make lifelong connections, and do extraordinary things.
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April 17, 2017
‘Reporter’ wins multiple awards
Reporter, the student-run magazine at RIT, has won several Mark of Excellence Awards from the Society of Professional Journalists and awards from the 2016 Better Newspaper Contest given by the New York Press Association. -
April 17, 2017
Archie Comics co-CEO to give Earth Day talk
Nancy Silberkleit will discuss Archie, environmental outreach and how comics can change the world during a talk Wednesday hosted by RIT’s School of Individualized Study. -
April 14, 2017
Art education student connects with community
Meet Lilyanna Landon, a graduate student pursuing her master’s degree in visual arts–all grades (art education). -
April 7, 2017
Experience the future at Imagine RIT today
Imagine what can happen when an idea evolves into one of the region’s hottest festivals.
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April 7, 2017
‘New Yorker’ cartoonist R. Sikoryak to speak
R. Sikoryak, a leading figure in comic art and illustration, is coming to RIT on April 12 to discuss his new work, Terms & Conditions—a graphic novel adaptation of the iTunes Terms and Conditions agreement. -
April 6, 2017
Student speaks to importance of autism awareness
Meet Rachael Bosley, a fourth-year student in the applied arts and sciences program who falls on the autism spectrum. April is Autism Awareness Month. -
April 5, 2017
Jugglers convene for 40th Spring Juggle-In
More than 700 jugglers from beginners to world champions are expected on the RIT campus this weekend to celebrate the 40th annual RIT Spring Juggle-In. -
March 31, 2017
Women in Business hosts etiquette dinner
Meet Harianne Hewitt, a second-year double major in business management and international hospitality and service management and president of the Women in Business club. -
March 30, 2017
Events planned for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Solidarity walks, speakers, educational displays and a film are some of the events planned in April as RIT participates in Sexual Assault Awareness Month. -
March 29, 2017
Preparing students on autism spectrum for success
RIT is one of the leading universities in the nation in preparing students on the autism spectrum for professional success. Its strength stems from a combination of the Spectrum Support Program and the cooperative education program.
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March 29, 2017
End of presidential era
Under Bill Destler’s leadership, RIT’s enrollment has reached record levels, selectivity and diversity have improved, the value of research awards has skyrocketed and geographic draw continues to widen. But his strong relationship with students is the key piece of his legacy.
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March 28, 2017
Need a nap? RIT has a map for that
Students at Rochester Institute of Technology can now find the best spots on campus to catch a few Z’s between classes with help from “Naps,” a website that shows and rates places to get some shuteye.