EUREKA! is an annual interdisciplinary workshop experience open to RIT students who want to use their skills for social good.
EUREKA! is an annual event open to all RIT students who are passionate about using their skills to initiate social change. Each year, we select a community organization that has a challenge or opportunity that could benefit from our help with a fresh perspective or approach. In a 48-hour timeframe, multi-level and interdisciplinary teams collaborate with stakeholders of the community organization to propose solutions following the project prompt. The event concludes with team presentations to a panel of experts who select one proposal to go forward toward implementation.
EUREKA! is challenging, fun, and win for everyone! It is a great way to learn more about the Rochester community, network, and make new friends.
Happening from October 23–25!
2025 Challenge
ROC/RECENTER
How can DRHS more effectively share information about its programs and services so that youth and families are consistently aware of the opportunities available to them?
Path 1: Marketing & Communications
How might we leverage social media, digital platforms, and other outreach methods to increase visibility, engagement, and value for the community—while also ensuring that information is accessible to all youth and families, including those who face barriers related to technology, language, or access?
Path 2: Summer Youth Employment Programs
How might we improve communication and transparency about our partnership with Rochester Works so that families clearly understand the similarities, differences, and unique benefits of the youth employment and internship opportunities we provide?
Path 3: Sexual Health Education
How do we communicate with the community about the importance and value of sex education, and reinforce that sex education is an essential part of overall health and well-being?
Our 2025 Partner
City of Rochester – Department of Recreation & Human Services – Recreation & Youth Services Bureau
Isaac Bliss
Director of Youth Services
Dr. Shirley Green
Commissioner
Mai Ho
Director of Administration & Marketing
Veronica Cuyler
Community Engagement Associate
Janai Gray
Youth Employment and Training Coordinator
Bilel Smith
RISE Supervisor
Collaborators
Making EUREKA 2025 possible!
RIT Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement
Kathryn Cilano
Director
RIT Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement
Kareem Hayes
Associate Director
RIT Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement
Natalie Rodriguez
Assistant Director for Leadership Development
RIT Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement