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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February 20, 2014
AT&T, RIT, partners launch Civic App Challenge
The AT&T Rochester Civic App Challenge is a two-month “virtual hackathon” in which developers can leverage open data to build smartphone apps that serve community needs. -
February 18, 2014
Gallery hosts senior fine art photography show
The William Harris Gallery, formerly known as the School of Photographic Arts and Sciences (SPAS) gallery, presents “The State of Things” March 7 through 21. -
February 17, 2014
Performing Artists Concert Series returns March 7
Operatic arias, duets, a little swing and a spoof of Julia Child are all part of the third installment of the Performing Artists Concert Series. -
February 13, 2014
Student helping to plan annual winter event
A Q&A with Sarah Niedzwiecki, fourth-year hospitality service management major and member of the College Activities Board. -
February 13, 2014
FreezeFest aims to chase away the winter blues
The fifth annual FreezeFest celebration takes place Feb. 21–23 with more than 30 events throughout the weekend, including a performance by comedian John Oliver. -
February 13, 2014
Sandra Johnson named senior VP for Student Affairs
Sandra S. Johnson has been named RIT’s new senior vice president for student affairs. Johnson, chosen after a nationwide search, is expected to begin her new role July 1. -
February 10, 2014
Engineering World Health CEO to visit RIT Feb. 12
Edward Hutton will be on campus Feb. 12 to talk about the role engineers play in supporting the health care and medical communities in the developing world. -
February 7, 2014
Student to participate in annual Big Shot event
A Q&A with Robert Deitchler, a fourth-year advertising photography major. -
February 6, 2014
Legacy of slavery program at RIT Feb. 13
Sharon Morgan is a descendant of slaves; Thomas DeWolf is a descendant of slave owners. Both will be at RIT Feb. 13 for a book signing and discussion. -
February 6, 2014
Graduation Fair 2014 set for Feb. 12
RIT hosts Graduation Fair 2014 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 12, in the Fireside Lounge. -
February 3, 2014
Top stories and videos for January
News about Jen Lamere’s nomination for a prestigious Web award and RIT’s new commercial topped last month’s list of most popular RIT news stories. -
January 28, 2014
Student to participate in ‘State of Race’ panel
Journalism and political science student Tianna Manon will be among the community panelists discussing “State of Race in Rochester: 50 years after the ’64 Riots” on Jan. 30.