New leader named at Fisher’s School of Business
St. John Fisher University has appointed Daniel Connolly as the dean of the School of Business, effective June 30.
Adobe exec, a Victor grad, to discuss tech companies, rise of AI
David Wadhwani, president of digital media business at Adobe, will return to his educational roots when he speaks at the Victor Junior High/Senior High auditorium at 7 p.m. on May 10.
Youth Summit explores ways to build a better Rochester
The summit will feature a keynote address from Frank Williams, vice president for Strategic Enrollment Management at Nazareth, a closing panel discussion with local author Jesse A. Cruz, live performances and discussion groups specifically curated to high school-aged youth.
Applications open for Leadership Development Programs Class of 2023
The programs include the Latino Leadership Program, African American Leadership Program, Emerging Leaders Program and the PRIDE Leadership Program.
Hobart alum and auto exec to speak about EV’s, automotive industry at upcoming event
Seasoned automotive executive Scott Keogh will discuss his career, the rise of electric vehicles and the future of automobiles at an event presented by Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Geneva on Monday.
Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship launches scholarship program
Rochester business leaders are supporting the Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship with the creation of a Founders 5 scholarship program for incoming students. The Founders 5 scholarship offers a grant of $5,000 annually to eligible 2022, 2023 and 2024 graduates of Section V high schools. Applicants must be nominated by a high school […]
Fisher Forward capital campaign extended through 2025
Fisher Forward’s success was bolstered by the 23 donors and organizations that gave $1 million or more to the campaign; nearly triple the number of $1 million plus donors for the university’s previous campaign, Vision 2020.
Area high schoolers compete in Junior Achievement Stock Market Challenge
More than 125 students from eight Rochester area high schools will compete in the 2023 JA Stock Market Challenge at the Monroe 2 BOCES in Spencerport.
L3 Harris and MCC introduce technical training program sponsorship
L3Harris Technologies and Monroe Community College announced Monday a new program enabling enrolled New York residents to attend the college through a fully funded sponsorship agreement with the L3Harris Technical Training Program. The 24-month program, developed by L3Harris and MCC, immerses electrical engineering technology students into a professional workplace experience [...]
MCC colloquium aims to bridge diversity, equity and belonging
The presentation will challenge participants to create the type of interactions that promote a sense of well-being, respect and inclusion for themselves and those around them.
U of R receives $15.7M donation from Evans Lam
Evans Lam told the RBJ last year that he believes a strong liberal arts undergraduate education can best prepare students for their next level of study.
RIT Master Plan gives graduate tuition scholarship to eligible alumni
Rochester Institute of Technology is offering a graduate tuition scholarship to recent alumni seeking to expand their career potential through the university’s graduate programs.