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Jan 27, 2026

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.

UR receives $1.2M federal grant to expand STEM teacher training
Jan 26, 2026

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
Jan 26, 2026

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.

Each fall and spring, RIT’s Office of Career Services and Cooperative Education sponsors career fairs where thousands of students have the unique opportunity to meet company representatives actively recruiting for co-ops and full-time openings. (Photo credit: Traci Westcott/RIT)
Jan 23, 2026

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.

Rick Lagiewski, co-director of Executive Education, External Engagement, leads a discussion with students during the Executive MBA Orientation at Saunders College of Business. (Travis LaCoss/RIT)
Jan 16, 2026

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.

John and Barbara Bruning's gift will provide stable, dedicated resources to strengthen the Hajim School’s ability to attract and retain distinguished leaders. (Photo credit: Matt Wittmeyer/URochester)
Jan 15, 2026

$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
Jan 6, 2026

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 hybrid online viticulture certificate
Jan 5, 2026

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
Dec 29, 2025

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.

The University of Rochester's Rush Rhees Library. (File photo provided by the University of Rochester)
Dec 18, 2025

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 announces record setting year for advanced manufacturing apprenticeship program  
Dec 15, 2025

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
Dec 10, 2025

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.