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From the Science Lab to Global Business: A RIC Alum’s Story

Rhode Island College Impact

Since graduating from RIC in ’05 with degrees in chemistry and computer science, Jide Okandeji earned a Ph.D. at Brown, became a lab chemist, filed four patents and is now managing products used in life-changing research and clinical diagnostics.

Hugh Minor Turns to Foodbank to Satisfy a Hunger to Help

Minor is communication director for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank

Brendan Kirby: The Soul of a Funny Man

Brendan discusses the path to his broadcasting career.

A History of Creative Ingenuity & Paying it Forward

Not only does Major pay it forward, she is someone who's paid her dues. 

Remote Internship Brings Her Closer to Her Calling

"For the first time, I don't feel afraid anymore to tell someone that I'm interested in writing professionally. That's all because of this internship."

Where There's a Will, There's a Way

Rhode Island College Impact

“Look for heroes that look like you, who share similar backgrounds, because that gives you the idea that you can also accomplish your dreams.”

Social Work Grad Risks Herself to Help Others

Rhode Island College Impact

Some of the patients that Dickerson cares for unfortunately contracted COVID-19, but she continued working with them despite the risk.

What You Need to Know to Use Social Media Professionally

Today, social media is considered integral to the success of virtually any organization. But what kind of on-the-job training do employers offer in using social media professionally or are employees expected to figure it out as they go along?

The Mayor’s Deputy Director of Policy, Leonela Felix

Justice Studies graduates take their passion for advocacy into the legal and political arenas. Read their stories in this four-part series.

Attorney Katelyn Medeiros: Defending the Rights of Children

Justice Studies graduates take their passion for advocacy into the legal and political arenas. Read their stories in this four-part series.