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January 21, 2025
Historic theater pipe organ destined for RIT
The first pieces of a massive, historic theater pipe organ built more than 90 years ago have been installed at RIT’s music performance theater, which is currently under construction.
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January 21, 2025
Student filmmakers showcase their work on WXXI in the next edition of ‘RIT Shorts’
WXXI continues to spotlight the work of students and alumni from RIT’s School of Film and Animation through RIT Shorts, a biannual short film series.
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January 21, 2025
RIT Executive MBA degree program among nation’s best as ranked by ‘U.S. News & World Report’
Rochester Institute of Technology has again been recognized for offering one of the best online programs in the nation. The 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs rankings, released this week, listed Saunders College of Business’ online Executive MBA program as No. 11 in the nation for “Best Online MBA Programs.”
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January 20, 2025
Here’s how many teens use ChatGPT for homework help and ‘research’ now
New York Post speaks to Pengcheng Shi, associate dean in the Department of Computing and Information Sciences, about the rising use.
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January 20, 2025
3D structure of iconic Ring Nebula gives 'a brand new view of an old astronomical friend'
Space.com highlights research led by Joel Kastner, professor in the Chester F. Carlson Center for Imaging Science, showing the 3D structure of the Ring Nebula.
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January 20, 2025
Engineering alumnus influences national semiconductor research initiatives
As a scientist, new business developer, and as a researcher, Bukofsky brings more than 30 years of experience to his newest role in the U.S. Department of Commerce.
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January 17, 2025
‘Beyond ME’ podcast discusses out-of-this-world possibilities
What started as engaging lunchtime conversations with friends has led three mechanical engineering students to start a biweekly podcast, Beyond ME, with a variety of topics including engineering and much more.
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January 17, 2025
A new generation takes the reins of a storied Rochester business
Democrat and Chronicle speaks to speaks to Tatiana Ariola '18 (advertising photography) about her new role as owner of Scott’s Rochester Photo Supply.
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January 17, 2025
Dialogue on Disability: Local photojournalists and Special Olympians take sports journalism beyond the stats
WXXI's Connections with Evan Dawson speaks with Josh Meltzer and Jenn Poggi, associate professors, and Travis LaCoss, fourth-year student in the photojournalism program, about working with Special Olympics athletes to tell their stories in a deeper way.
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January 17, 2025
Dialogue on Disability: Disaster preparedness often excludes people with disabilities
WXXI's Connections with Evan Dawson speaks with NTID President Gerard Buckley about inclusive disaster preparedness.
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January 17, 2025
Longtime local photo store gets a new owner
WXXI News speaks to Tatiana Ariola '18 (advertising photography) about her new role as owner of Scott’s Rochester Photo Supply.
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January 17, 2025
Industrial Policy: Why is it Criticized and is there a Role for it in the 2020s?
An essay by Amit Batabyal, the Arthur J. Gosnell Professor of Economics and head of the Department of Sustainability, published by Medium.