Department Directory

RIC/AFT promotes the interests of Rhode Island College faculty.

The School of Social Work at Rhode Island College is a center of excellence for lifelong learning in social work and human services in Rhode Island and southeastern New England.

“The fascination of sociology lies in the fact that its perspective makes us see in a new light the very world in which we have lived all our lives.” – Peter Berger

The Department of Special Education is designed for educational professionals interested in the teaching, learning and human development of individuals with special needs.

The Office of Sponsored Programs​ (OSP) is the college's central clearinghouse for all external research and programmatic grants and contracts with government agencies and private foundations.

Student Engagement & Leadership Development manages and supports a diverse assortment of co-curricular programming, student organizations, community service initiatives, and leadership development opportunities.

We create new and replacement ID cards and oversee the functions and access that the cards provide.

The Office of Student Life offers opportunities that aim to inspire and ground students in the possibility that the classroom can be anywhere.

From the moment students step on campus, our division supports the academic achievement, personal growth and well-being of students inside and outside of the classroom.

The RIC Student Union complements academia on campus by creating a student-centered environment. It supports programming, community, and services to the RIC community and serves as a space for students, staff, faculty, and guests to utilize.