RIT Forensic Society records 1956-1965, 1989

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RIT Forensic Society records 1956-1965, 1989

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Materials related to the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Forensic Society and its activities. The collection includes correspondence, financial documents, governance materials, invitations, and clippings. The RIT Forensic Society records consist of correspondence, financial documents, governance materials, invitations, and clippings. The correspondence includes information on upcoming events, proposals and procedures, financial requests, and other administrative details. Additionally, the collection contains budget materials, a copy of the club's constitution, and a membership roster. The invitations are for two events hosted by the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), one in 1956 and one in 1959.

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RIT Library, Wallace Library

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RIT Library, Wallace Library

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Rochester Institute of Technology. Forensic Society,

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The Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Forensic Society was formed in the spring of 1955. According to the organization's constitution, the purpose of the club was: to help the individual develop poise, vocal expression, and clear thinking; to instill, stimulate, and create interest in discussion, oratory, and debate; to cut across inter-departmental lines and foster better intra-school relations; and to stimulate friendly rivalry or competition between the Rochester Institute of Technology...

Rochester institute of technology

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It is unclear when the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) first admitted minority students. However, it appears as though the first African American students entered the Rochester Athenaeum and Mechanics Institute (renamed RIT in 1944) during the early 1900s. For instance, in 1906 Fredericka Sprague, the granddaughter of Frederick Douglass, took classes at the Institute. There are several other instances of African American students attending the school during the early 20th century as well...