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Everyone Has a Role to Play in a Global Pandemic

"There is a lack of knowledge among the general public about public health and how viruses spread," says nursing professor.

Tech Ed. Prof. Fabricates Face Shields to Slow Spread of Virus

McLaughlin produces laser-cut face shields 24 times faster than those made on a 3D printer.

Telehealth, the New Frontline for Health Care at RIC

"Telehealth is a method of providing health care remotely," explained Christie Rishworth, interim director and nurse practitioner of Health Services. "The benefit of telehealth is that it eliminates the possible transmission of infectious diseases like COVID-19 between a patient and their health-care provider."

Empathy Drives RIC’s Transition to Online ESL Instruction

Rhode Island College Impact

The transition to remote classes has been challenging for advanced ESL students Pamela Del Carmen Cabrera-Vasquez and Romina Vaccarezza.

AI and VR are Transforming Social Work Education at RIC

Grant-funded research allows future social workers to assess clients using artificial intelligence and virtual reality environments.

RIC Campus Hosts COVID-19 Testing

Rhode Island College Impact

The Rhode Island National Guard has set up a COVID-19 testing site on the campus of Rhode Island College, providing access to individuals within Providence County by appointment only.

New Minor Prepares R.I.’s Workforce for Jobs in Cybersecurity

Given the danger of cyberattacks, skilled workers whose job it is to protect networks, devices, programs and data are at a premium, says RIC Assistant Professor of Computer Science Suzanne Mello-Stark.

Student Advocacy Spurs New Queer Studies Minor

"Continue the revolution," urges Derek Sherlock, "that people like Marsha Johnson and Sylvia Rivera started in the queer community 50 years ago." (From left, Madeleine Dulude, Derek Sherlock and Sissy Rosso)

God in Motion: The Sacred Art of Liturgical Dance

Management major plans to open a dance studio and perhaps connect audiences to something greater than themselves.