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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September 9, 2016
Student finds fit in Greek community
Meet Dylan Boberg, a fifth-year student in the BS/MS electrical engineering program and the recruitment chairman for Phi Kappa Psi, New York Theta chapter. -
September 2, 2016
SAAC president prepares for home opener
Meet Natalie Hurd, a fourth-year industrial engineering major, member of the women’s soccer team and president of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. -
August 31, 2016
Zoologist to discuss diversity and conservation
Environmental advocate Drew Lanham presents “The Uncomfortable Elephant Bird of Color in the Room—Addressing the Coming Changes in Conservation” on Sept. 27. -
August 26, 2016
Top RIT News stories and videos from summer 2016
Welcome back to RIT! While many students, faculty and staff were away during the summer months, much was happening on campus. Here are some stories you may have missed. -
August 26, 2016
Student finds community through RIT a cappella
Meet Kevin Wiesinger, a third-year management information systems major and a member of Proof of Purchase, one of RIT’s seven a cappella groups. -
August 22, 2016
RIT promotes student voter education
The “ROAR the Vote” campaign aims to have at least 60 percent of eligible RIT students cast their votes in this year’s election. -
August 19, 2016
New students learn even before classes begin
More than 200 first-year students participated in one of 13 pre-orientation programs that included kayaking, wilderness survival, biking, canoeing, hiking and more. -
August 19, 2016
RIT president gives final welcome back address
President Destler highlighted several student, faculty and staff accomplishments during his 10th and final welcoming address. -
August 17, 2016
RIT welcomes new students at convocation
Thousands of first-year RIT students were told to seize opportunities, get involved in clubs and activities, and don’t give up until they earn their diplomas. -
August 17, 2016
RIT welcomes 7th class of Rochester City Scholars
The Rochester City Scholars scholarship program covers full tuition at RIT for those meeting eligibility requirements. The students will be welcomed at a ceremony on Monday. -
August 16, 2016
Move-In Day at RIT
The university welcomed some 3,300 new undergraduates to the Henrietta campus. -
August 15, 2016
Parking lot closures for move-in day
Traffic will be extremely heavy on campus and some roads and parking lots will be closed to accommodate move-in day for first-year students.