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RIC Alum Writes First History of Providence Film Studio
Founded in 1915, Eastern Film Corporation was nothing more than a footnote in Rhode Island film history, until Adam Tawfik researched the full story on the Providence-based silent film studio.
MEET OUR STUDENTS: Kiana Peralta: When Dreams Defy Barriers
Eighteen-year-old freshman Kiana Peralta has struggled to become all that was forbidden by her environment.
MEET OUR STUDENTS: Travis Dumais: Budding Neuroscientist and Researcher
Sophomore Travis Dumais is majoring in psychology, with a minor in neuroscience; however, back at North Smithfield High School his singular ambition was to become a rock star.
RIC Prof. Wins 2013 Emig Award for Scholarly Article
How well do teacher education programs prepare future teachers to work in troubled schools? This is the subject of an award-winning article written by Janet Johnson, associate professor of educational studies. For her contribution to English teacher education and research, Johnson will receive the 2013 Janet Emig Award by the Conference on English Education.
RIC’s Nature Camp for Kids
Rhode Island College ImpactWhat if you could drag your kids away from the junk food, IPhones, IPods and video games and take them back to nature for a week?
RIC Alumnus Publishes Article in “Film Matters” Magazine
Rhode Island College ImpactIt all started with a paper she wrote for her film studies course.
MEET OUR GRADUATES: Taiwo Sodipo-Kuforiji
Taiwo Sodipo-Kuforiji ’13 (Photo credit: Island Photography)
Scientist Awarded for Teaching Excellence at Central Falls High School
RIC alumnus David Upegui in his science classroom.
RIC Theater/Film Student Wins L.A. Web Fest Award
Rhode Island College ImpactRIC student Seth Chitwood wrote, directed and filmed a murder mystery series titled “Red Circles” that won Outstanding Series and Outstanding Director at the 2013 LA Web Series Festival.
Actress Viola Davis ’88 Honored for “Making a Difference”
Rhode Island College Impact“I always feel that when I come back to Rhode Island I am home,” said Viola Davis, the award-winning actress and alumna of Rhode Island College who was honored with a “Making a Difference” award.