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From the Science Lab to Global Business: A RIC Alum’s Story
Rhode Island College ImpactSince graduating from RIC in ’05 with degrees in chemistry and computer science, Jide Okandeji earned a Ph.D. at Brown, became a lab chemist, filed four patents and is now managing products used in life-changing research and clinical diagnostics.
The RIC Concert Chorus Just Made History with a Grammy Consideration
Rhode Island College Impact"We are a small institution and yet we have a disproportionate amount of internationally famous performing artists who graduate from here. I cannot tell you how proud I am of the hard work and talent of our students." — Conductor Teresa Coffman
A Doctor With Her Finger on the Pulse of Her Community
Surgeon Dr. Moreira ’03 is leading the research at Brown’s medical school on health disparities among marginalized groups.
Students and Faculty Address Colorism Across Diverse Communities, Part 2: The Effects of Colorism
In both Latin America and India, there is a common misperception that lighter skinned people belong to upper classes, while darker skinned people are seen as lower class.
Students and Faculty Address Colorism Across Diverse Communities, Part 1: What is Colorism?
Here in the United States, colorism is a topic that concerns many racial or ethnic communities, especially those that encompass a variety of skin colors.
Alumna Teaches Physics and Self-Value to Highschoolers
Between her parents, who never limited what she could do based on gender, and her high school track coaches, who saw her innate leadership ability, Cante developed a strong sense of self. Today, she passes it on.
40 Days at Sea: RIC Alum’s Field Study
There was no wind, only an eerie calm. Sea ice floated alongside the 274-foot vessel in 0 degree temperature. On deck, a cadre of research scientists from around the world huddled in parkas in a silent, collective state of awe.
Community and Public Health Professionals Working Towards Changing the World
Rhode Island College Impact“I am very fortunate for my time at RIC. It definitely helped mold me into the person I am today.”
Hugh Minor Turns to Nonprofit Work to Satisfy a Hunger to Help
Rhode Island College ImpactMinor is communication director for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank
Pandemic Exposes Long-Standing Problems in Nursing Homes
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has given us a real opportunity to re-think nursing homes and to transform long-term care, says Catherine Taylor, executive director of Age-Friendly Rhode Island.