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Rochester Institute of Technology. Home to leading artists, creators, entrepreneurs, innovators & researchers. 21,400 students & 154,000 alumni strong. https://linkstre.am/RIT
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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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RIT Research Minute: Photonic Microchips
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November 13, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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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.
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
November 8, 2025 at 2:12 AM
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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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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.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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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!
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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!
October 30, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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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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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
October 29, 2025 at 11:42 PM
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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.
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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.
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October 22, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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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.

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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.
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October 20, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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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
October 17, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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Men's Hockey takes down Clarkson, 6-2, for Brick City Homecoming victory ritathletics.com/news/2025/10...
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
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October 19, 2025 at 8:31 PM
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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
October 19, 2025 at 1:11 AM
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Brick City Homecoming and Family Weekend is off to an incredible start! We love all the memories being made! 📸: Myers Creative Imaging
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
October 18, 2025 at 1:56 PM
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Women's hockey earned a big homecoming win Friday! ritathletics.com/news/2025/10...
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.
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October 18, 2025 at 3:02 AM
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The campus is roaring with Tiger pride!
📸 Rebecca Villagracia

Stay informed during Brick City Weekend with text alerts that provide reminders, important info, and any last-minute changes.

To opt in:
Text "BrickCity" to 888777 to receive the latest weekend updates (message & data rates may apply)
Students wearing hockey jerseys hold a giant R I T flag above their heads while cheering in the stands of an arena
October 17, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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RIT's main campus has welcomed six international Fulbright Program students for the 2025-2026 academic year!
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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.
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October 15, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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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.
Panoramic of a football stadium with tailgaters on the field
October 12, 2025 at 2:54 AM
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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.

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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.
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October 7, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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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
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October 6, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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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...
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.
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September 29, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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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...
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.
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September 26, 2025 at 9:23 PM
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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...
The Inauguration of Dr. William H. Sanders as RIT's 11th President
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September 26, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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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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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
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September 25, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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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!
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
September 23, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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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
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
September 16, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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Researchers at the Golisano Institute for Sustainability are helping advance a breakthrough into viable climate technology! #sustainability #research
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September 15, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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Today, we pause to remember the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001.
ROTC students held two remembrance events. A vigil, hosted by the Colonel Andrew J. Dougherty Squadron of the Arnold Air Society, took place outside the SAU this morning, w/ 2,997 flags placed to honor the victims of that day. /1
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September 11, 2025 at 7:34 PM