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RIT/NTID @ritntid.bsky.social · 20h

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...

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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RIT College of Science @ritscience.bsky.social · 3d

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

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 1d

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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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 2d

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

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 2d

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

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 3d

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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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 3d

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

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 5d

RIT's main campus has welcomed six international Fulbright Program students for the 2025-2026 academic year!
www.rit.edu/news/rit-hos...

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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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 9d

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.

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 9d

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

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 13d

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...

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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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 14d

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

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

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 21d

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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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 24d

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.

www.rit.edu

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 24d

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

YouTube video by Rochester Institute of Technology

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 25d

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
ritathletics.com/news/2025/9/...

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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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 27d

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

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.

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · 27d

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

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · Sep 16

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.

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · Sep 16

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

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · Sep 15

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

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · Sep 15

Researchers at the Golisano Institute for Sustainability are helping advance a breakthrough into viable climate technology! #sustainability #research

Two people wearing lab coats and safety glasses work on a machine on a table inside a large warehouse style lab

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · Sep 11

We will also always recall that this day gives us the opportunity to reach out and help others.
📸: Carlos Ortiz and Traci Westcott 3/3

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · Sep 11

Cadets also took part in a memorial physical readiness training session yesterday morning at Gordon Field House.
Two members of our RIT family, Philip M. Rosenzweig, '77 & Deborah L. Medwig, '78, were among those we lost that day. /2

a group of cadets in workout gear pose for a picture

cadets walk up a set of stairs in the early morning light. They are holding weight equipment

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Rochester Institute of Technology @rittigers.bsky.social · Sep 11

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

miniature flags in the foreground as a military color guard marches in the background

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