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- Thu Feb 29, 2024 11:56 pm
- Forum: Collegiate Announcements & Results
- Topic: IQBT Novice/British Novice at RIT (4/13)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 384
IQBT Novice/British Novice at RIT (4/13)
I am pleased to announce a mirror of IQBT Novice (an Americanized version of British Novice) taking place at RIT on April 13, 2024. We will likely be meeting in the Eastman Building at 8:40 am to start the tournament at 9:00 am. Parking on campus is free on weekends, and D and E lots are both close ...
- Thu Feb 08, 2024 7:57 pm
- Forum: Collegiate Announcements & Results
- Topic: 2023 British Novice
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2525
Re: 2023 British Novice
Is there any update on potential American mirrors? I emailed the listed email but never got a response
- Mon Nov 13, 2023 11:18 pm
- Forum: Collegiate Announcements & Results
- Topic: Arcadia at RIT (12/2/2023)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1904
Arcadia at RIT (12/2/2023)
I am pleased to announce a mirror of Arcadia taking place at RIT on December 2, 2023. We will be meeting in room 3355 of the Eastman Building at 8:40 am to start the tournament at 9:00 am. Parking on campus is free on weekends, and D and E lots are both close to the Eastman building. Set Information...
- Sat Sep 30, 2023 6:51 pm
- Forum: Collegiate Announcements & Results
- Topic: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/30)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 610
Re: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/30)
Congratulations to Colgate A, who won 225-200 in the first game of an advantaged final against Binghamton A (who had emerged from a 3 team statistical tiebreak with Rochester A and Cornell)! Full stats can be found here. Thanks to everyone who came out!
- Sun Sep 03, 2023 12:05 pm
- Forum: Collegiate Announcements & Results
- Topic: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/30)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 610
NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/30)
I am pleased to announce a tournament taking place using NAQT’s collegiate novice set (CNS-222C) on September 30, 2023 at RIT. Fees Base fee: $75 per team Buzzer discount: -$10 per working buzzer set Staff discount: -$10 per capable staffer; staffers must have an NAQT account New school discount: -$...
- Sat Apr 15, 2023 7:20 pm
- Forum: Trash
- Topic: ACRONYM 16 at RIT (4/15)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2673
Re: ACRONYM 16 at RIT (4/15)
Congrats to Colgate for winning ACRONYM, defeating RIT Alumni 340-170 in the final. Stats are here. Thanks to everyone who came out, and thanks also to Cade Reinberger for TDing.
- Mon Mar 27, 2023 7:27 pm
- Forum: Trash
- Topic: ACRONYM 16 at RIT (4/15)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2673
ACRONYM 16 at RIT (4/15)
I am pleased to announce a mirror of ACRONYM taking place at RIT on April 15, 2023. Note that this is the day before Cornell's mirror of Canadian Novice, which participants in this event are encouraged to play or staff. We will (pending room reservations) be meeting in room 3355 of the Eastman Build...
- Thu Feb 23, 2023 11:08 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: C++ at RIT (2/25)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2766
Re: C++ at RIT (2/25)
Unfortunately we have had to cancel this tournament due to insufficient registrations
- Mon Jan 30, 2023 7:04 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: C++ at RIT (2/25)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2766
C++ at RIT (2/25)
I am pleased to announce a mirror of C++ taking place at RIT on February 25, 2023. We will (pending room reservations) be meeting in room 3355 of the Eastman Building at 8:45 am to start the tournament at 9:00 am. Parking on campus is free on weekends, and D and E lots are both close to the Eastman ...
- Sat Nov 05, 2022 9:04 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: 2022 ACF Winter at RIT (11/5/2022)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 578
Re: 2022 ACF Winter at RIT (11/5/2022)
RIT A cleared the field at 9-1 to win this tournament. Binghamton finished second at 7-3. Full stats are here. Thanks to everyone who came out!
- Sun Oct 02, 2022 10:41 am
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: 2022 ACF Winter at RIT (11/5/2022)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 578
2022 ACF Winter at RIT (11/5/2022)
I am pleased to announce that the Upstate NY site of 2022 ACF Winter will be held at RIT on Saturday, November 5, 2022. The tournament will take place in the Eastman Building. The opening meeting will begin at 8:45 am and gameplay will begin at 9:00. I, Adam Swift, will be the tournament director. P...
- Sat Sep 17, 2022 6:01 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/17)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 949
Re: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/17)
Congratulations to Buffalo A, who cleared the field at 10-0 to win the tournament! Full stats can be found here. Thanks to all teams that came out, and I hope we can continue to grow the Upstate NY circuit.
- Fri Sep 16, 2022 1:40 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/17)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 949
Re: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/17)
The schedule can be found here
- Fri Aug 19, 2022 5:43 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/17)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 949
NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/17)
I am pleased to announce a tournament taking place using NAQT’s collegiate novice set (CNS-213C) on September 17, 2022 at RIT. Fees Base fee: $75 per team Buzzer discount: -$10 per working buzzer set Staff discount: -$10 per capable staffer; staffers must have an NAQT account New school discount: -$...
- Wed Mar 30, 2022 6:14 pm
- Forum: New Collegiate Teams
- Topic: Syracuse University
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6301
Re: Syracuse University
Always nice to see a new team trying to pop up here in Upstate NY. For your recruiting questions, I would say your best bet is to prioritize becoming a Registered Student Organization ASAP in order to get access to recruiting events for incoming freshmen in the fall. If you need to have some friends...
- Sat Mar 26, 2022 6:55 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: Boilermaker Spring Novice at RIT (3/26)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1099
Re: Boilermaker Spring Novice at RIT (3/26)
Cornell cleared the field at 9-0 to win the tournament. Full stats can be found here. Thanks to everyone who came out, and thanks and congratulations to all teams in the Upstate NY circuit on an excellent regular season!
- Fri Mar 25, 2022 11:06 am
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: Boilermaker Spring Novice at RIT (3/26)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1099
Re: Boilermaker Spring Novice at RIT (3/26)
The schedule and other information can be found here
- Sat Mar 05, 2022 8:47 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: MRNA at Cornell (3/5)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1334
Re: MRNA at Cornell (3/5)
Congratulations to Cornell A, who went 9-0 to clear the field and win this tournament. Stats can be found here . Particular thanks go out to Richard Niu and Nathan Zhang for their work in making the short notice site change happen (and the quirks of geography for making a compact enough circuit for ...
- Fri Mar 04, 2022 11:36 am
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: MRNA at Cornell (3/5)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1334
Re: MRNA at Cornell (3/5)
In order to accommodate travel issues, this tournament has been moved from RIT to Cornell. I will remain tournament director. Participants should note that Cornell's masking policy requires the use of a surgical mask or an N95 equivalent. Suitable masks will be provided in the control room for those...
- Fri Feb 11, 2022 6:19 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: Boilermaker Spring Novice at RIT (3/26)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1099
Boilermaker Spring Novice at RIT (3/26)
I am pleased to announce a mirror of Boilermaker Spring Novice taking place at RIT on March 26, 2022. We will be meeting on the second floor of Gosnell Hall at 8:45 am to start the tournament at 9:00 am. Parking on campus is free on weekends, and S lot is the best lot to park in for Gosnell Hall. No...
- Sun Jan 30, 2022 7:26 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: Announcement: Boilermaker Spring Novice (March-April 2022)
- Replies: 21
- Views: 7170
Re: Announcement: Boilermaker Spring Novice (March-April 2022)
I sent an email asking about hosting this a couple weeks back and still haven't heard anything back. What is the current timeline for the editors to announce hosts?
- Thu Jan 27, 2022 11:08 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: MRNA at Cornell (3/5)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1334
MRNA at Cornell (3/5)
I am pleased to announce a mirror of MRNA taking place at RIT on March 5, 2022. We will be meeting in room 3355 of the Eastman Building at 8:45 am to start the tournament at 9:00 am. Parking on campus is free on weekends, and D and E lots are both close to the Eastman building. Set Information This ...
- Sat Dec 04, 2021 8:08 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: HARI at RIT (12/4)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1622
Re: HARI at RIT (12/4)
RIT A cleared the field at 8-1 to win this tournament. Full stats can be found here. Thanks to everyone who came out and hope to see y'all in the spring!
- Fri Dec 03, 2021 7:26 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: HARI at RIT (12/4)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1622
Re: HARI at RIT (12/4)
The schedule for tomorrow can be found here
- Fri Nov 05, 2021 5:47 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: HARI at RIT (12/4)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1622
HARI at RIT (12/4)
I am pleased to announce a mirror of HARI taking place at RIT on December 4, 2021. We will be meeting in room 3355 of the Eastman Building at 8:45 am to start the tournament at 9:00 am. Parking on campus is free on weekends, and D and E lots are both close to the Eastman building. Set Information Th...
- Sat Oct 16, 2021 7:32 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: 2021 ACF Fall at RIT (10/16/2021)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1475
Re: 2021 ACF Fall at RIT (10/16/2021)
Cornell defeated Colgate A, 520-90, in the first game of an advantaged final to win the tournament. Full stats can be found here. Thanks everyone who came out and made this a successful tournament!
- Fri Oct 15, 2021 6:07 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: 2021 ACF Fall at RIT (10/16/2021)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1475
Re: 2021 ACF Fall at RIT (10/16/2021)
The schedule and other important information for teams can be found here
- Sat Sep 25, 2021 6:16 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/25)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1453
Re: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/25)
To the surprise of basically no one, Cornell went 9-0 and cleared the field. Full stats can be found here. Hopefully everyone had fun and the Upstate NY circuit continues to grow!
- Thu Sep 23, 2021 10:42 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/25)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1453
Re: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/25)
We have delayed the tournament start time by half an hour due to the fact that we will only have 4 teams and thus a 9 round + finals schedule. The schedule (and other useful information) can be found here
- Wed Sep 22, 2021 10:47 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/25)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1453
Re: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/25)
This tournament was mistakenly switched to being listed as online on NAQT's website today. The tournament will take place in person. We are extending registration by one day to deal with any issues this may have caused. Teams should expect a logistics email tomorrow night.
- Fri Sep 17, 2021 8:36 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: 2021 ACF Fall at RIT (10/16/2021)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1475
2021 ACF Fall at RIT (10/16/2021)
I am pleased to announce that the Upstate NY site of 2021 ACF Fall will be held at RIT on Saturday, October 16, 2021. The tournament will take place in the Eastman building at RIT. Parking on campus is free on weekends, and D and E lots are both close to the Eastman building. The opening meeting wil...
- Sat Aug 28, 2021 7:58 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/25)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1453
NAQT Collegiate Novice at RIT (9/25)
I am pleased to announce a tournament taking place using NAQT’s collegiate novice set (CNS-204C) on September 25, 2021 at RIT. Fees Base fee: $75 per team Buzzer discount: -$10 per working buzzer set Staff discount: -$10 per capable staffer; any staffer wishing to moderate must have an NAQT account ...
- Mon Apr 20, 2020 8:53 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: Buzzword: A New Online Competition from NAQT
- Replies: 12
- Views: 5464
Re: Buzzword: A New Online Competition from NAQT
What difficulty level is each tier (A,B,C) comparable to? I've heard a bunch of answers thrown around but would like to hear something official to better advertise this to my circuit.
- Wed Feb 26, 2020 8:02 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: Michigan Winter Tournament @ RIT (2/29/20) [Canceled]
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2052
Re: Michigan Winter Tournament @ RIT (2/29/20) [Canceled]
Unfortunately a lot of schools had conflicts on 2/29 and we have to cancel.
- Wed Jan 22, 2020 10:42 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: Michigan Winter Tournament @ RIT (2/29/20) [Canceled]
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2052
Michigan Winter Tournament @ RIT (2/29/20) [Canceled]
I am pleased to announce a mirror of the Michigan Winter Tournament on February 29, 2020 taking place at RIT. As usual, we will be in the Eastman Building, with check in starting at 8:30 for a 9 am tournament start. Set Information Michigan Winter Tournament is a medium difficulty tournament. Expect...
- Sat Nov 02, 2019 8:44 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: 2019 ACF Fall at RIT (11/02/2019)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5029
Re: 2019 ACF Fall at RIT (11/02/2019)
After both teams finished 8-2, McMaster defeated Cornell in a one game final, 305-250. Full stats have been uploaded. Thanks everyone for coming out!
- Sat Nov 02, 2019 10:04 am
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: 2019 ACF Fall at RIT (11/02/2019)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5029
Re: 2019 ACF Fall at RIT (11/02/2019)
Stats will be updated here
- Fri Nov 01, 2019 1:59 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: 2019 ACF Fall at RIT (11/02/2019)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5029
Re: 2019 ACF Fall at RIT (11/02/2019)
After some late field changes, a logistics email was sent out last night. Here is the schedule for tomorrow.
- Tue Oct 29, 2019 5:39 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: 2019 ACF Fall at RIT (11/02/2019)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5029
Re: 2019 ACF Fall at RIT (11/02/2019)
All registered teams should have received an invoice at this point. The field for Saturday is:
School (Teams/Buzzers/Staff)
Colgate (1/0/0)
Cornell (1/0/1)
McMaster (1/1/1)
RPI (1/1/0)
RIT (3/1/some)
U of R (1/2/0)
School (Teams/Buzzers/Staff)
Colgate (1/0/0)
Cornell (1/0/1)
McMaster (1/1/1)
RPI (1/1/0)
RIT (3/1/some)
U of R (1/2/0)
- Sat Sep 28, 2019 5:05 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: NAQT Collegiate Novice @ RIT (9/28/19)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2800
Re: NAQT Collegiate Novice @ RIT (9/28/19)
This tournament went extremely well, with our winner at a perfect 8-0 being RPI B! I'd like to give a big thank you to the staffers who not only made this tournament run, but made it run fast enough to be done at 4. Thanks to all the teams for coming out, and I hope to see all of you at our upcoming...
- Sat Sep 28, 2019 9:46 am
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: NAQT Collegiate Novice @ RIT (9/28/19)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2800
Re: NAQT Collegiate Novice @ RIT (9/28/19)
Stats will be periodically updated here
- Thu Sep 26, 2019 10:54 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: NAQT Collegiate Novice @ RIT (9/28/19)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2800
Re: NAQT Collegiate Novice @ RIT (9/28/19)
The schedule and other player information can be found here.
- Sat Sep 21, 2019 2:13 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: 2019 ACF Fall at RIT (11/02/2019)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5029
2019 ACF Fall at RIT (11/02/2019)
I am pleased to announce that the Upstate NY site of 2019 ACF Fall will be held at RIT on Saturday, November 2, 2019. The tournament will take place in the Eastman Building, with team check-in beginning at 8:30 am in Eastman 3355 and gameplay beginning at 9. I will be the tournament director. Please...
- Fri Sep 13, 2019 3:14 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: NAQT Collegiate Novice @ RIT (9/28/19)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2800
NAQT Collegiate Novice @ RIT (9/28/19)
I am pleased to announce a tournament taking place using NAQT’s collegiate novice set on September 28, 2019 (a Saturday) at the lovely brick campus of RIT in the suburbs of Rochester, NY. Fees Base fee: $75 per team Buzzer discount: -$10 per working buzzer set (must have 4 working buzzers per side) ...
- Tue Aug 27, 2019 6:16 pm
- Forum: Community Discussion
- Topic: Climate change and quizbowl
- Replies: 29
- Views: 26628
Re: Climate change and quizbowl
Just want to add a bit on the transportation side of things - I don't think the issue is air travel, but rather mileage. Air travel is about 0.18 kg of CO2 per passenger mile, based on data from Delta Airlines. It should be noted that Delta is one of the more environmentally conscious airlines, and ...
- Mon Apr 22, 2019 10:17 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: 2019 Canadian Player Poll
- Replies: 44
- Views: 24326
Re: 2019 Canadian Player Poll
1. Derek So He's been much less active this year, but CRISPR babies aren't going to complain about themselves I guess. He is the top player on a team that was head and shoulders above everyone else in Canada this year. The only flaw in his game is his inability to use his height effectively - I'm to...
- Sat Mar 30, 2019 12:33 pm
- Forum: Quizbowl History Forum
- Topic: 10 Years of Chicago Open: My Greatest Memories
- Replies: 8
- Views: 13126
Re: 10 Years of Chicago Open: My Greatest Memories
Oh no, not this againThe link Joe posted wrote:A lot of quizbowl players need haircuts
- Sun Feb 17, 2019 4:47 pm
- Forum: New Collegiate Teams
- Topic: Quiz Bowl in the North Country Wasteland
- Replies: 1
- Views: 10035
Re: Quiz Bowl in the North Country Wasteland
As someone who went to college in the quizbowl wasteland of upstate NY, there are still plenty of chances to play. I would encourage you to take your team to Canadian mirrors, since those will be close by. There is a great community up there, and almost every tournament has a Canadian mirror. Meanwh...
- Fri Sep 28, 2018 8:19 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: 2018 Canadian Trash Player Poll
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6886
Re: 2018 Canadian Trash Player Poll
I had analysis, but timed out and don't feel like typing it again. Oh well. 1. Chrstine Irwin 2. Aaron dos Remedios 3. Henry Atkins 4. Adam Swift 5. Brendan McKendy 6. Ian Greig 7. Erik Christensen 8. Derek So 9. Aayush Rajasekaran 10. Paul Kasinski 11. Simone Valade 12. Rein Otsason 13. Andrew Yim ...
- Mon Aug 06, 2018 5:26 pm
- Forum: College area archives
- Topic: Macvanity re-announced!
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2017
Re: Macvanity re-announced!
Did you just announce a packet submission tournament less than a week before it's scheduled? Unless the date is a typo, this strikes me as rather unreasonable. This tournament was originally scheduled for June, but had to be postponed due to scheduling issues moving the dates of other tournaments. ...