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Rhode Island College Renames School of Nursing for Zvart Onanian & Bestows Honorary Degree

Rhode Island College Impact

The renaming was prompted by a $3 million gift from philanthropist Edward Avedisian, the largest in the school’s history; the honorary degree was presented at the school’s nurses pinning virtual ceremony on Jan. 12

New Special Education Scholarship

Rhode Island College Impact

The love and support for RIC students by late Professor Emeritus Joseph McCormick continues.

Longtime LGBTQ+ Ally Commemorates Pride Month through Philanthropy

Elizabeth Rowell, who taught at RIC for 42 years, has been an active advocate of RIC's LGBTQ+ community, a community, she says, that has much to be proud of.

The Eileen Walton Smith Scholarship

Philanthropist, Eileen Walton Smith, leaves RIC a generous gift. (Photo: Eileen with her husband Tom Smith)

New Scholarship a “Game-Changer” for Medical Imaging Students

Rhode Island College Impact

This first-of-its-kind scholarship is an investment from RIMI in the future of RIC students and its emerging workforce.

Virginia and Anthony Broccoli Endowed Scholarship

Rhode Island College Impact

"Rhode Island College is both grateful for and honored by this generous endowment," says RIC President Frank D. Sánchez.

Alumni Michael and Lucille Ferdinandi Support the Power of Opportunity through Scholarship Fund

Rhode Island College Impact

Their transformational gift of more than $1.2 million will support first-time, full-time freshmen who demonstrate financial need and high academic standing.

MSW Grad Provides for Those Who Cannot Do So Themselves

Rhode Island College Impact

“Everyone should take care of themselves, but also help others in need if it is possible.”