Local residents graduate from RIT during 2020-2021 academic year
ROCHESTER, NY (07/19/2021)– Rochester Institute of Technology conferred more than 4,000 degrees at all of its campuses in the 2020-2021 academic year. Due to New York state COVID-19 occupancy restrictions, commencement was celebrated May 14-15 in smaller ceremonies by college and were live-streamed for graduates’ family and friends.
Jake Koerner of Pawling received a BS in applied statistics and actuarial science.
Dean Nguyen of Stormville received a BS in computer engineering technology.
Ben Yager of Wassaic received a BS and ME in mechanical engineering.
Travis Wiltse of Millbrook received a BS in mechanical engineering technology.
Rochester Institute of Technology is home to leading creators, entrepreneurs, innovators and researchers. Founded in 1829, RIT enrolls about 18,600 students in more than 200 career-oriented and professional programs, making it among the largest private universities in the U.S.
The university is internationally recognized and ranked for academic leadership in business, computing, engineering, imaging science, liberal arts, sustainability, and fine and applied arts. RIT also offers unparalleled support services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. The cooperative education program is one of the oldest and largest in the nation. Global partnerships include campuses in China, Croatia, Dubai and Kosovo.
