RIT NEWS

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Trained the astronauts? Yeah, we did that! Proud of our @RIT_artdesign @RIT_Alumni who have trained every active astronaut for the past 25 years and made the stunning @NASAArtemis images possible. Go Tigers!

RIT's new Performing Arts Center is officially open! The 747-seat, 50,000-square-foot building will provide a state-of-the-art venue for theater, musical theater, music, and dance for both RIT students and community groups. brnw.ch/21x1uEi

.@13WHAM features @NASA astronaut Don Pettit and a camera mount designed by @RIT_ArtDesign associate professor Ted Kinsman, used to capture images from the International Space Station and support storytelling through space photography. brnw.ch/21x1xgo

From creating shared governance to growing globally and defining cutting-edge research, RIT’s past presidents – spanning more than three decades of leadership – reflected on the university’s evolution and its future position. brnw.ch/21x1xRt

A joint project between RIT and @UofR has developed a new squeezed phonon laser that provides precise control over individual particles of sound or vibration. brnw.ch/21x1zd9

Our new Performing Arts Center was roaring with excitement, celebrations, and talent on its opening night! From grand openings and historical moments to captivating performances, it was an exhilarating first day. More images available on Facebook! 📸 Elizabeth Lamark

Research at @RITscience has led to one of the first successful launches of perovskite solar cells in a low-Earth orbit mission, proving the exceptional durability of the cost-saving material. brnw.ch/21x1wSN

The new state-of-the-art RIT Performing Arts Center will open Friday, April 10, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and an inaugural student production. brnw.ch/21x1lGK

.@RITPresident Bill Sanders is finishing his first year at the university! Tune in to WITR-FM (89.7) on Thursday, April 9, to get insights into his experiences from the year. brnw.ch/21x1ozx

Three past university presidents and the current @RITPresident will gather for a panel discussion on Friday, April 10, to reflect on their experiences and share aspirations for RIT's future. brnw.ch/21x1pDF

Stunning @NASAArtemis images are a result of crucial photography training by @RIT_Alumni! Katrina Willoughby ’04 and Paul Reichert ’01 have trained nearly every active astronaut (nationally and internationally) in the past 25 years! @NASA 📸 | brnw.ch/21x1o0g

RIT is now offering a Bachelor of Science degree in artificial intelligence! The new program will equip students with technical depth and hands-on experience to build and improve AI systems. brnw.ch/21x1iKR

The Spring 2026 edition of the RIT University Magazine is arriving in mailboxes! Browse a digital copy or flip through past editions: brnw.ch/21x1hxN

Imagine RIT is almost here! April 25th is the day and we need YOU! Be part of the action, meet amazing people, and help bring innovation to life. 💡rit.edu/imagine/volunt…

Five renowned individuals with contributions to science, business, technology, and the arts will receive honorary degrees from RIT on Friday, May 8 at the university's 2026 commencement ceremony. brnw.ch/21x1d71

Researchers in the RIT Kate Gleason College of Engineering (@_RITengineering) Tissue Regeneration and Mechanobiology (TRAM) Laboratory are investigating a new approach that could change how fibrosis is treated, reducing and slowing disease progression. brnw.ch/21x1aiz

Justin Pelletier, @RITcomputing Professor of Practice and director of the GCI Cyber Range and Training Center, discussed how AI systems are becoming tools for strategic influence in an article for @ConversationUS. brnw.ch/21x0mEp

Amelia Hunkele is this year’s winning artist for the Imagine RIT poster, which depicts a Rube Goldberg machine. Visitors can receive a free copy of the poster during the festival on April 25, while supplies last. brnw.ch/21x0J0u

.@RITcomputing students are taking a co-op seminar to prepare for the transition from student to professional and to help them secure co-ops and internships. brnw.ch/21x0QEO

.@Independent published a column by André Hudson, dean of @RITScience, explaining how conflict involving Iran could disrupt global oil supplies and affect markets for petroleum-based products such as plastics, fertilizers, and chemicals. brnw.ch/21x0R9q