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For This RIC Alum, Making Art is Good Medicine
For Sherly Torres ’21, who struggles with ADHD, art has been a refuge.
“My Beloved, O My Beloved” Celebrating Love and the Epistolary Tradition This Valentine’s Day
Rhode Island College ImpactThis reflection is part of ongoing research being conducted by RIC Vice President of College Advancement and External Relations and Director of the RIC Foundation Kimberly Dumpson. (Photo of Henry and Mary Ann (Casey Rice) Remington and Frank Remington. Courtesy of the Rice Family Collection.)
Academic Advisor Wins National Award
Rhode Island College ImpactLindsay Petrarca from the RIC Office of Academic Advising received the Steven J. Bailey Advisor of the Year Award from the National Academic Advising Association.
RIC Grad Builds Career in Gov’t While Fighting for Immigration of Her Parents
Despite witnessing the dangers of politics in Colombia, Michelle Arias-Santabay has chosen a career in government. It began with the plight of her parents.
RIC, RI Foundation Partner to Develop Pipeline of Diverse Fundraising Professionals
Rhode Island College ImpactThe new Fundraising Apprenticeship Program is a collaboration between the RIC School of Social Work, the Rhode Island Foundation and the Rhode Island Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals
RIC Student Vet, Alex Ortiz, Wins VFW-SVA Legislative Fellowship
Ortiz will conduct research on Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits and address legislators about amending the bill.
In-State Tuition to Help Undocumented Students Accomplish Dreams
“Rhode Island’s motto is ‘Hope,’ and implementing legislation like this gives optimism to many.” -Victor Morente '14
Maurice Peltier ’17 is Staying on Top of His Tech Game
“I’ve always told myself, if there’s a new software tool or a new process of doing things I’m going to learn it,” says Peltier.
Financial Literacy Program, Led by RIC Alum, Seeks to Lift Underserved Out of Poverty
“Everyone deserves a shot at financial security.” — Marcy Reyes ’12
Scholarships a Tribute to Alumna’s Creative Spirit
Through two new scholarships a new generation of RIC students will benefit from the late Kate Cross-Das, an alumna who possessed many creative gifts.