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Service Learning in Ecuador

Sociology professor creates service-learning project at orphanage in Ecuador.

2017 Open Books – Open Minds Student Conference

A record number of RIC students – 50 in all – will present their research at the 6th annual Open Books – Open Minds (OBOM) Student Conference on Wednesday, April 19, based on this year’s common book, “The Shallows: What the Internet is Doing to our Brains.”

The Director Behind RIC’s Winning Musical Theatre Program

Rhode Island College Impact

In the span of his career, Bill Wilson has directed and choreographed over 100 landmark musicals and will undoubtedly go on to produce even more big hits – both shows and KCACTF winners.

Innovation Office Delivers on Its Promise

Innovation Office team, from left, Chief Innovation Officer Richard Culatta, Education Lead Daniela Fairchild, Director of Strategy Octavia Abell, Project Managers Billy Patterson and Andrea Russo, and Government Lead Kevin Parker.

SMIF Experiential Learning, a Smart Investment in the Future

These students aren’t waiting to become traders on Wall Street, they’re investing now, using their own capital from the Student-Managed Investment Fund.

Inaugural Speech of 10th RIC President Frank D. Sánchez

"It is because of our unmatched legacy, a student-focused inspiration and the unbound possibilities of a brilliant future that I proudly, and with great optimism, accept the 10th presidency of Rhode Island College."

Launch of President’s Inclusive Excellence Commission

“We will not wait for others to show us how to be inclusive. We will lead the way,”
said RIC President Frank D. Sánchez to members of the
President’s Inclusive Excellence Commission.

Technology Takes Therapy out of the Office and onto Electronic Platform

“Not everyone is comfortable with this reality, but technology is here. You can’t un-ring the bell,” says Professor of Social Work Frederic Reamer

First-in-Family Fund – Legacy, Inspiration and Future

Rhode Island College Impact

Honoring the legacy of Rhode Island College, the inspiration exemplified by his parents and the promise of future first-generation students who will walk RIC’s halls, RIC President Frank D. Sánchez has established the First-in-Family Fund.

Winning Projects by Student Artists

Rhode Island College Impact

Crossing between different styles and mediums, the work of four RIC art majors was recognized by both national and international galleries during the 2016-2017 academic year.