Events Open to the Public

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RIC offers numerous events throughout the year for the public to enjoy. Our well-known performing arts program brings music, theatre, and dance performances of the highest quality, and our Bannister Gallery features exhibitions by local, regional and international artists. We also hold conferences, programs, and of course admissions events, intended for the public. For athletics matches please view RIC Athletics' Calendar.
 

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Friends and Acquaintances, Contemporary Ceramics Collection of Craig and Martha Bachman

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  • Various times
  • Bannister Gallery

Experience a collection that highlights the diversity, creativity, and ongoing evolution of contemporary ceramics over the past 50 years. Opening Reception: October 8, 4-7 pm.

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Meet Portuguese Film Director Luísa Sequeira

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  • Craig-Lee 206

Join us for a Q&A with the author of the award winning film "What Words Can Do", based on one of the most celebrated books of Portuguese literature that prompted Gloria Steinem to champion an international campaign.

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Homecoming: Alumni & Family Weekend

Join us October 16–17 for a high-energy celebration of athletics, school spirit, and community...

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Nursing RN to BSN Info Session – October

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  • Virtual / Online

Join us to find out if our RN to BSN program is the right fit for you. Earn your bachelor's degree on a path built for working nurses, and open the door to new roles, leadership opportunities, and career growth.

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Rhode Island Writing Project Fall Conference

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  • Alger Hall 110

Break out the flannel and combat boots for "Old School Literacy," the RIWP Fall Conference, featuring ELA, history/social studies, and science workshops that return to interactive, culturally responsive, and joyful teaching from the pre-standards, pre-AI era. Keynote speaker is Ricardo Quintana-Vallejo.

Dr. Linford Fisher, professor of history at Brown University

The Hidden Story of Indigenous Slavery in U.S. History

Join us for a presentation by Linford Fisher, professor of history at Brown University.

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Social Work MSW Virtual Workshop - November

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  • Virtual / Online

Join us virtually to learn about the Social Work MSW program and application process. Application fee waivers are available. Plan to attend and register today!

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Fall Open House

See all that Rhode Island College has to offer at Fall Open House. Make sure to secure your spot by October 28.

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Mahler Ryder: Interrupted Inheritance

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  • Bannister Gallery in Roberts Hall

This exhibition presents the work of Mahler B. Ryder alongside reflections by his daughter, Ulli K. Ryder, in a dialogue between visual and written expression, between parent and child, and between the living and the dead. Join us for an opening reception on Thursday, November 12, from 4-7 PM in Bannister Gallery.

World Languages Education Fall Workshop

RIC World Languages Education Fall Workshop

Join us for "Embracing our students' languages: resisting ideocide" by Dr. Noelia Sánchez-Walker, Yale University.