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RIC Professor, Alums Experience the ‘Gilded’ Life

RIC Professor of Music Samuel Breene (pictured) and two of his former students got a taste of high society as orchestra players in the HBO series "The Gilded Age."

RIC Alumna and Daughter Team Up to Debunk Common Sex Ed Myths

Rhode Island College Impact

Even in 2022, sex is still often regarded as a taboo topic, so the idea of talking about sex with one’s parent might draw shudders. But that’s exactly what Shannon Curley and her mother, RIC alum Christine Curley MA ’19, do every week on their podcast “Sex Ed Debunked.”

The Q&A: Alumna Kyla Pecchia is Legal Counsel for R.I. Attorney General

Kyla Pecchia ’13 discusses navigating government law in a male-dominated field.

Alumna Sarah Cote Works to Heal a Community

This year’s national theme for Women’s History Month is “Women Providing Healing, Promoting Hope.” Social worker Sarah Cote ’18 exemplifies that maxim in her work with Cranston residents.

The Voice of Legendary Alumna Rose Butler Browne

Rhode Island College Impact

An educator, activist and the first Black woman awarded a doctorate by Harvard, Browne remains a legend at Rhode Island College. This is a 1969 interview she gave to a reporter for the RIC Alumni Magazine.

From President of Student Gov’t to Coventry Councilwoman – Hillary Lima

“I can never completely leave politics. Once it’s in your blood, it stays there.”

Alumnus Promotes the Bold Heritage of Rhode Island Black Women

Rhode Island College Impact

“Black women have for centuries risen against the challenges of systemic racism and gender oppression. They are ‘women who dared,’” says Vice President Kimberly Dumpson.

Arts Grad Finds Success On a Path She Never Knew Existed

"No matter what your field is, you have to have a deep trust in yourself." -Tracey Woods

RIC Alumna Embraces Black History, Mentorship and Public Service

Raymonde Charles' life changed after a one-on-one meeting with a civil rights legend.

Alumnus Shares a World of Art with Local Communities

Rhode Island College Impact

Justin Bibee '12 has collected art all over the world. Now he's sharing it with libraries and museums as a community resource.