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MEET OUR GRADUATES: Duarte Says Her Degree Will Further Her Life and the Life of Her Family and Community

Rhode Island College Impact

“I’m happy to see my father reach his goal of having all four of his children earn a degree from Rhode Island College,” Duarte says.

Commencement Speaker, Honorary Degree Recipients Announced

Elizabeth Burke Bryant, former executive director of Rhode Island KIDS COUNT, will give the commencement address and receive an honorary degree. The late philanthropist Edward Avedisian will also receive a posthumous degree.

MEET OUR GRADUATES: Triple Major in Only Three Years

“My experiences have definitely guided me." — Alexandra Wilson

MEET OUR GRADUATES: Her Rocky Path Paved the Way to New Opportunities

Rhode Island College Impact

Gonzalez plans to use her interest in behavioral psychology to work with children in underserved communities.

Class of 2021: Graduate Student Finds Herself at Home (Again) at RIC

Rhode Island College Impact

“I connected with Upward Bound through my high school guidance counselor. For me, that program was essential in my growth as a young professional.”

Class of 2021: An Immigrant Student Navigates Her World, the Health Care System

Nour Abaherah's family came from Palestine for a better life. Now she will work to better the lives of others through health care.

From ESL to Medical School, RIC Grad Overcomes Obstacles in Pursuit of Her Dreams 

Rhode Island College Impact

Thanks to the help and guidance provided at Project Excel, Feliz-Lima obtained a state scholarship.

MEET OUR GRADUATES: Jordan Moment Finds Fertile Ground for Research at RIC

Rhode Island College Impact

​“Jordan Moment is the epitome of what higher education, combined with a bright mind and a good work ethic, can produce.”