News by Topic: Women
Rochester has a proud history of breaking barriers and fighting for social change. Susan B. Anthony and Anna Murray Douglass were Rochesterians and our community continues to celebrate their social contributions. RIT upholds a tradition of social equity by supporting female students with a host of clubs and organizations, as well as community resources, that provide platforms for meaningful discussion centering on feminine social justice.
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June 3, 2026
Rochester designer Raquel Lowry is making a statement, one handbag at a time
Rochester Business Journal profiles Rochester entrepreneur Raquel Lowry '18 (management), whose handbag and accessories business has grown from a side project into an international brand.
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June 3, 2026
Your old phone is hard to recycle. America has 25 laws to blame
Quartz speaks to Callie Babbitt, professor of sustainability, about how a patchwork of state e-waste laws is creating barriers for companies trying to scale electronics recycling businesses across the United States.
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June 2, 2026
Physician leader uses RIT EMBA degree to bridge business and patient care
Shubha Shastry earned an RIT Executive MBA to bridge business strategy and patient care.
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May 29, 2026
RIT researcher working to curb the spread of antibiotic resistance with NIH award
Antibiotic resistance is a major public health threat. As multidrug-resistant bacteria continue to increase, researchers at RIT are looking for a solution.
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May 29, 2026
Science without borders
RIT researchers value citizen science, where making data available to everyone not only accelerates research but also fosters education, trust in science, and worldwide collaboration.
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May 18, 2026
Dimah Dera and students to develop trustworthy AI through NSF CAREER Award
RIT imaging science endowed assistant professor Dimah Dera has received an NSF CAREER Award to engage students to develop trustworthy AI.
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May 14, 2026
COSMOS-Web team releases the most detailed map ever of the cosmic web
Nearly one year ago, the COSMOS-Web research team released the largest view ever of the universe. Now, scientists have released a map showing more detail on the density of galaxies in the universe.
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May 11, 2026
RIT design lab turns student talent into real-world results
When the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute needed an animated short film explaining the climate impacts of food waste, they utilized the talent inside a budding student-run design studio within the College of Art and Design.
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May 6, 2026
RIT announces dual leadership moves with Saunders’ dean transition, CFO appointment
Rochester Business Journal reports on leadership transitions at RIT, including Jacqueline Mozrall, dean of Saunders College of Business, announcing plans to step down, and the appointment of Chris Regis as senior vice president and chief financial officer. (This content will require a subscription to view.)
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May 5, 2026
RIT partners with Army to strengthen nation’s future workforce
The U.S. Department of the Army Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics has awarded RIT a premier cooperative agreement to establish and lead the Army STEM Education Consortium.
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May 4, 2026
RIT names veteran higher ed finance exec as CFO
Rochester Business Journal reports on the appointment of Chris Regis as senior vice president and chief financial officer, with RIT President Bill Sanders highlighting her leadership experience and upcoming role in advancing the university’s strategic priorities. (This content will require a subscription to view.)
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May 4, 2026
RIT appoints Chris Regis as senior vice president and chief financial officer
RIT President Bill Sanders has appointed Christine “Chris” Regis as senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective July 1.