AI in higher education should enhance educators, not replace them
AI should be applied to transform how learning happens, not by replacing educators, but by amplifying what they do best.
URochester awarded $1M grant for inclusive programs
The University of Rochester’s Warner School has received a $1 million grant to support programs serving students with intellectual disability.
Mercy Principal Sherylanne Diodato leads with ‘whole student’ vision
Our Lady of Mercy Principal Sherylanne Diodato is advancing student wellness, leadership and academic rigor at the all-girls Catholic school.
Forbes names RIT a top college for launching careers
Forbes named RIT a Top 15 College for Launching Your Career, citing its co-op program, industry partnerships and early career outcomes.
RIT Saunders EMBA to launch curriculum updates in 2027
Saunders College of Business will introduce Executive MBA curriculum updates in 2027, focused on AI and executive leadership.
$10M gift creates endowed deanship at URochester’s Hajim School
John and Barbara Bruning committed $10 million for an endowed deanship at the University of Rochester’s Hajim School of Engineering.
Record $4.5M alumni gift establishes major science scholarship at St. John Fisher
St. John Fisher University received a $4.5M gift, its largest ever, establishing a scholarship for science students with financial need.
FLCC launches free monthly AI webinar series for the workplace
Finger Lakes Community College will host a free monthly webinar series exploring practical workplace uses of artificial intelligence.
New URochester, Strong Museum partnership boosts play and game research
The University of Rochester and The Strong Museum are partnering to expand research, education and community engagement in play and game studies.
URochester emerges as $13B economic engine in NY
A new report finds the University of Rochester and UR Medicine generate a $13B statewide economic impact and support 66,700 jobs across New York.
RTMA, MCC graduate first Advance 2 Apprenticeship cohort
RTMA and Monroe Community College graduate the first Advance 2 Apprenticeship cohort, preparing workers for careers in advanced manufacturing in Rochester.
Immersive tech transforms nursing and cyber education | Architecturally Speaking
From nursing simulations to RIT’s cyber range, immersive technology is transforming how students learn through hands-on, high-stakes virtual environments.














