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Rochester Institute of Technology
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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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Studying animals can be otterly, err utterly adorable! The ManyOtters project connects researchers across the nation to study otters' cognitive abilities. This scientific (and cute) collaboration expands the pool of research participants, enabling more precise conclusions for comparative analysis.
An otter reaches their paw inside a treat container Two women crouch next to an otter habitat as a zoo. They are take notes and photos of their observations Four otters swim in the water An otter lays on top of a puzzle treat board
December 10, 2025 at 8:23 PM
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We are deeply saddened to share the passing of Katya, Seneca Park Zoo's beautiful Amur tiger. For 20 years, Katya inspired and educated our RIT community, as well as millions of visitors from throughout the region. Our hearts go out to our zoo family and all of her wonderful caretakers.
Close-up of a tiger face Tiger is getting fed through a chain fence by a keeper using tongs Tiger lounging in the grass with head turned to the side A large group of people wearing R I T apparel pose for a photo in front of a zoo enclosure
December 1, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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Feeling thankful for our Tiger family, many of whom are featured at the energizing Herald Street Station takeover by Macy's right now!

As you enjoy festive activities in New York City, be sure to visit our spotlight of RIT orange in the Big Apple 🧡 (plus our 3D billboard over by Penn Station!)
Ritchie the tiger mascot poses excitedly standing on one foot on the street in New York City next to Macy's Ritchie the tiger mascot walks through the subway turnstiles that are covered with ads for R I T Ritchie the tiger mascot stands with arms outstretched in the subway station surrounded by ads for R I T Ritchie the tiger mascot stands next to a wall in the subway that is covered with ads for R I T
November 26, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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Hey, we know that one! We’ll take “Tech Schools” for $2000 please, @jeopardyofficial.bsky.social. #Jeopardy
A jeopardy clue that says RIT, short for this school, left downtown R in 1968 for suburban Henrietta
November 19, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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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.
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
November 14, 2025 at 6:22 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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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...
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 🎃
www.rit.edu/news/rit-res...
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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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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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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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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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
October 6, 2025 at 3:38 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
Two people wearing lab coats and safety glasses work on a machine on a table inside a large warehouse style lab
September 15, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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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
September 11, 2025 at 7:34 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
a field of miniature American flags A bugler blows taps A flag flutters from a firetruck ladder miniature flags in the foreground as a military color guard marches in the background
September 11, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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It's been a record year for sponsored research at RIT!

✅ $105M in sponsored research funding
✅ over $21M in National Science Foundation (NSF) awards
✅ record number of NSF CAREER Award submissions
Professor and students work at a table with tools and lenses
September 9, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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@marvelrivalsglobal.bsky.social is officially one of 21 RIT Esports titles! New Division I, II, and III teams are launching this fall.

The team is focused on strategy, communication, and mastering team compositions. Tryouts will be held September 6–7.

www.rit.edu/news/rit-esp...
Student with short hair is wearing an R I T esports jersey while sitting at a computer and using a headset to game Screen of a video game where the superhero The Thing is being controlled by a player to fight others
September 4, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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Today was a good day – Tigers are back! We hope you have a fantastic semester 🧡

📸 Liam Myerow
Students walk along the quarter mile next to the shed Students walk along the path next to the giant R I T letters sign Students walk along the path next to the fountain A student poses with Ritchie the tiger mascot and there are brick buildings behind them
August 25, 2025 at 11:37 PM
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High fives, cheers, selfies, and paper planes - RIT traditions like the Tiger Walk and Convocation are full of memorable celebrations. Thank you to our amazing campus community for such an exciting welcome as our new students launched their dreams and began their Brick City journey!
A large group of students sit in the audience and throw paper airplanes Students walk down a path lined with people cheering and giving high fives The field house filled with people facing a stage for speeches and information Students are greeted by Ritchie the tiger mascot who is giving out high fives and waves
August 22, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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New Tigers are already getting into the RIT spirit! We're going to have a Roar-some adventure together 🧡

📸 RIT / Boris Sapozhnikov, Scott Hamilton
Thousands of students stand on a baseball field in groups to form the shape of the letters R I T. The image is captured from a drone high in the sky
August 21, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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Once again, RIT has made The Princeton Review “Best Colleges” list! The university was recognized for its career outcomes for students and superior game design programs in the Best 391 Colleges 2026 edition. www.rit.edu/news/rit-cit...
A person plays a video game at a handmade console station while two students who helped create the game provide guidance
August 20, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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New Tigers have arrived!!! Move-in for the fall semester has officially begun. Even the new RIT President Bill Sanders lent a helping hand! It's going to be a great year, Tiger family 🧡

📸 RIT / Scott Hamilton
Man with gray hair pulls a large cart filled with dorm room supplies while a dad and student carry more things A student and their mom push a cart filled with dorm supplies towards a brick building Current R I T students cheer for the new students arriving. A student and their mom carry items towards a building A student and their family member push a cart filled with dorm supplies towards a brick building
August 18, 2025 at 8:53 PM
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Don't miss the #concert of the semester!
Djo is bringing his electrifying sound to RIT's Gordon Field House on Wednesday, September 24 at 7 p.m.!

Tickets go on sale August 19 (Pre-sale: August 17)!
bit.ly/DjoConcert
Poster for concert. Illustration is the back of a person's head as they look at a brick building with a window. Text reads: Djo with Lisa Heller. Rochester New York. September 24 at 7 p m. Gordon Field House, Rochester Institute of Technology. rittickets.com Joe Keery. Man with semi-short brown hair that is tossled. He is wearing a sage green blazer over a white t-shirt. It is sunset, the sky is darkening and streetlights are lit.
August 7, 2025 at 4:42 PM