26 Saturday
Toracon
SAU, 8 a.m. – 11:59 p.m. The annual convention held by the RIT Anime
Club. Here’s an excuse to dress up in a costume—make sure you can
dance in it, though! Undressed (not in costume, that is) spectators
permitted. Cost: $18.
27 Sunday
SCCA Autocross
Parking Lots G & H, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Autocross tests the bend maneuvering skills of competitors on a tight
course with speed and noise limits in place. Cost: Free for spectators,
$10 for Jr. Drivers, $25 for SCCA members and $40 for weekend
members.
28 Monday
RIT Diversity Day
Gordon Field House, 9 a.m. – noon. Learn why diversity drives innovation,
and what’s in the passenger seat. You will be shown what happens
when cultures collide. Cost: Free.
29 Tuesday
Art of Science Television
Ingle Auditorium, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. Alan Ritsko, Managing Director of
NOVA will talk about “The Art of Science Television” show from PBS’s
premier science series. He will also show clips and answer your questions.
Cost: Free.
30 Wednesday
Isaac L. Jordan Sr. Faculty/Staff Pluralism
Award Ceremony
Fireside Lounge, noon – 1 p.m. Find out who the champion of diversity
is among several honorable nominees. The Isaac L. Jordan Faculty/Staff
Pluralism Award recognizes a history of service and commitment toward
diversity, inclusion and pluralism. Cost: Free.
1 Thursday
Lip Sync Contest
Grace Watson, 8:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Think you can sing? Well, it
doesn’t really matter. Watch students trying not to sing while moving
their lips—a ventriloquist’s nightmare. Conquer stage fright and try
some lip syncing yourself, for a chance to win prizes. Cost: Free.
2 Friday
Spring 8-Ball Pool Tournament
RITz Sports Zone, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. An 8-ball tournament being held by
the Pool Club. I recommend stopping by the game room beforehand to
sign up or take cues. Cost: $5 pre-registration, $7 at door.
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