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Experiencing performances in the building for the first time was a momentous occasion: www.rit.edu/news/music-p...

Musicians playing string instruments sit in chairs behind music stands in a rehearsal room with wood floors

Musicians playing string instruments sit in chairs behind music stands on a stage while two people chat behind them

Three musicians playing wind instruments sit in chairs behind music stands on a stage in a large empty theater

RIT's new 750-seat Music Performance Theater got its first test run with musicians from RIT and Rochester Philharmonic Orchestras. The venue, which broke ground in September 2023, will debut with an opening night performance on April 10.

YouTube video by Rochester Institute of Technology RIT Research Minute: Photonic Microchips

From creating photonic #microchips to computing with #DNA, there's world-changing research occurring every day at #RIT. Explore these amazing innovations in our Research Minute. #Research #Innovation
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Students ditch doomscrolling for hand-stitched expression Visual Activism class shows students a new form of self-expression. By selling their hand-stitched embroidery, students raise money for Foodlink nonprofit.

Explore the student's meaningful experiences: www.rit.edu/news/student...

From above, a student sits at a desk working on a project. They have various craft supplies including scissors, felt, markers, and a sketchbook.

Students sit at desks in a classroom working on handmade projects using fabrics and embroidery

Words, like threads, can bind, mend, and spark change. RIT College of Liberal Arts students are exploring unique forms of expression while giving back to the community!

The Visual Activism class will have its work featured for sale at The Op Shop for First Friday, with proceeds donated to Foodlink.

Simons Empire Faculty Fellowship to fund four College of Science positions RIT’s College of Science will receive funding from the Simons Empire Faculty Fellows program for four junior tenure-track faculty positions.

Our @ritscience.bsky.social is continuing its upward trajectory in #research and #innovation! Four new #RIT tenure-track faculty positions will receive funding from the @simonsfoundation.org.
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Ritchie the tiger mascot stands next to a brick wall while holding a sign that reads: I roar for our great students. Text above Ritchie's head says Roar!

It's ROAR Day! Let's fuel big dreams, bold ideas, and bright futures 🧡

Whether you’re an alum, parent, faculty, staff, or friend, ROAR Day is your moment to show what it means to be part of the Tiger family 🐅

A gift, regardless of its size, makes a lasting impact!
give.rit.edu/roar-day-202...

Space filled with stars and at the center a red nebula with at least four branches stemming out like legs

Space filled with stars and at the center a red nebula with at least four branches stemming out like legs. The image is labeled to point out the different points of interest or structures of the nebula, including shock waves and outflow collisions

A spider in space?! @ritscience.bsky.social researchers have revealed a clearer-than-ever view of the Red Spider Nebula, named for its distinct shape. This new, dramatic image is the @esa.int photo of the month! The Milky Way is festively creepy and crawly for Halloween 🎃
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Researchers develop self-healing materials to improve 3D-printing processes RIT engineering technology researcher Christopher Lewis develops self-healing materials to improve 3D printing processes and strengthen objects produced.

RIT researchers have developed self-healing 3D printing resins that can repair damage and improve durability in printed objects! The new materials could lead to stronger, more reliable parts for applications like prosthetics, robotics, and electronics.
www.rit.edu/news/researc...

Deaf and hard-of-hearing students network with recruiters at NTID career fair The Rochester Institute of Technology's campus held a career fair on Thursday for deaf and hard-of-hearing students and alumni.

WHEC TV highlights the NTID Career Fair, where deaf and hard-of-hearing students connected with recruiters from across the country. The event provided valuable opportunities for networking, mentorship, and career growth in an inclusive environment.

Read more: www.whec.com/top-news/dea...

From lab to lake: RIT research in action! The Collaborative for Plastics and the #Environment team shared their sampling and community outreach work during the Healing Our Waters–Great Lakes 2025 Conference.

Learn more about their ongoing efforts: rit.edu/plasticpollution

Men's Hockey takes down Clarkson, 6-2, for Brick City Homecoming victory - Rochester Institute of Technology Athletics ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The RIT Men's Hockey team earned a 6-2 victory over Clarkson in the 18th-annual Brick City Homecoming and Family Weekend game at Blue Cross Arena

Men's Hockey takes down Clarkson, 6-2, for Brick City Homecoming victory ritathletics.com/news/2025/10...

Tonight''s men's hockey game is officially a sell out! 10,556 fans at the Blue Cross Arena cheering on your Tigers! Our fans are awesome! #ROC #RIT

A crowd watches a chamber orchestra perform

two women smile while having their sketch drawn

a woman holds a baby in an RIT jersey and headphones up for the camera

the pep band Performs at the women's hockey game in their RIT hockey jerseys

Brick City Homecoming and Family Weekend is off to an incredible start! We love all the memories being made! 📸: Myers Creative Imaging

Women's Hockey downs No. 14 St. Lawrence, 4-1 - Rochester Institute of Technology Athletics ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The RIT sophomore forward Brac Kelley scored a career-high two goals to lead the Tigers to a 4-1 win over No. 14 St. Lawrence, Friday.

Women's hockey earned a big homecoming win Friday! ritathletics.com/news/2025/10...

Students wearing hockey jerseys hold a giant R I T flag above their heads while cheering in the stands of an arena

The campus is roaring with Tiger pride!
📸 Rebecca Villagracia

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RIT hosting international Fulbright Program students RIT’s main campus in Rochester welcomes six international students through the Fulbright Program for this academic year.

RIT's main campus has welcomed six international Fulbright Program students for the 2025-2026 academic year!
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The Big Shot helped the Buffalo Bills commemorate their farewell season in their current home of Highmark Stadium. The 52-year-old venue, home to countless core memories of generations of football fans, is in its final year of operational existence.

Panoramic of a football stadium with tailgaters on the field

Approximately 6,500 volunteers painted with light for the RIT Big Shot's first panoramic! 24 images from 24 cameras, coordinated by RIT College of Art and Design faculty and students, made up the 360-degree photograph.

Award-winning comics artists talk at RIT Oct. 9 Comics artists Briana Loewinsohn, Thien Pham, and Gene Luen Yang donated their minicomics collections to RIT’s Cary Graphic Arts Collection.

Bam! Kapow! Award-winning comics artists are visiting campus to discuss their art, characters, and publishing careers!

Join us on Thursday, October 9 for a talk with Briana Loewinsohn, Thien Pham, and Gene Luen Yang, followed by a reception and book signing.

www.rit.edu/news/award-w...

Man with gray hair wearing a gray suit is using his hands while speaking for emphasis. He is sitting in a chair on a stage next to a student with short blonde hair who is wearing a blue suit

John Williams, president and chief executive officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, spoke at a moderated session at RIT, led by RIT student Owen Cavo. Williams focused on the national and regional economic outlook.
📸 Elizabeth Lamark

William H. Sanders installed as RIT’s 11th president Bill Sanders was installed as RIT’s 11th president on Sept. 26. Inauguration events also included a panel on the future of higher education.

In his inaugural remarks, RIT President Bill Sanders shared his aspirations for the university – aiming to build a university that is more inclusive, innovative, and interconnected than ever before. www.rit.edu/news/william...

University leaders gathering for inauguration tackle important questions facing academia Academic leaders gathered at RIT to discuss pressing higher education questions and to celebrate the inauguration of RIT President Bill Sanders.

University presidents and leaders from across academia gathered in Rochester to discuss some of the most important questions facing higher education today. www.rit.edu/news/univers...

YouTube video by Rochester Institute of Technology The Inauguration of Dr. William H. Sanders as RIT's 11th President

Reminder: Join us for live coverage of the inauguration of
President William H. Sanders today at 2 pm ET. The ceremony will stream on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCId...

Women's Soccer gets past No. 17 William Smith, 3-2 - Rochester Institute of Technology Athletics ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Senior forward Elena Onodera scored two goals early in the second half to propel the RIT women's soccer team past nationally ranked No. 17 William

Women's soccer netted a big win Wednesday, taking down No. 17 William Smith! The win keeps the team unbeaten on the year at 5-0-3. #Soccer #NCAA
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RIT rises to No. 88 nationally in ‘U.S. News’ best colleges ranking Rochester Institute of Technology, named as a top national university, rose to No. 88 in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings.

Learn more about RIT's renowned programs and rankings: www.rit.edu/news/rit-ris...

Campus buildings from a distance nestled in the trees changing colors for fall. There are hills in the distance. Text reads: Number 88 Among national Universities. Shield from U S News that reads Best Colleges 2026

Aerial of campus with buildings in the background the R I T letters statue by a grass lawn. Text reads: Number 43 Best Value. Shield from U S News that reads Best Colleges 2026

Student using a remote control to make a robot climb stairs inside the field house while a family watches with excitement. Text reads: Number 42 Most Innovative. Shield from U S News that reads Best Colleges 2026

Quarter Mile pathway with brick buildings on either side while students walk across campus. Text reads: Number 5 Co-ops and Internships. Shield from U S News that reads Best Colleges 2026

The Rochester Institute of Technology continues its upward trajectory, rising to No. 88 in the @usnews.com rankings – the university's highest ranking to date!

During the event, Redford shared insights on his award-winning career, his commitment to independent film through the Sundance Film Festival, and his work for environmental causes.

Celebrity Robert Redford sits in an armchair on a stage next to another man sitting in an armchair. There is a coffee table in front of them with a pitcher of water and two glasses

We are saddened to learn of the passing of legendary actor and director Robert Redford. In 2004, Redford joined the RIT community as the Horton Distinguished Speaker during Brick City Homecoming and Family Weekend.

📸 RIT / Sue Weisler

The new and impactful process is helping companies advance their green technologies: www.rit.edu/news/rit-res...