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Actor Retools His Trade for the World of Business

Though COVID ended Kevin Patrick Martin’s national tour of the Broadway musical “Jersey Boys,” the actor didn’t give up. He returned to Rhode Island and created a business for himself. Martin is seated far left.

Of Color and Female – A Rare Commodity in the Tech Field

Despite the high demand for computer science and cybersecurity degree-holders, both fields remain predominantly white and male in the United States. RIC alum, like Naomi Ruiz, are changing that.

Bounty of Fresh Food Headed to Donovan Dining

Yes, Rhode Island College does have a campus garden and it's a significant provider for menu items in the Donovan Dining Center. Pictured are Dean Faiola, dining center executive chef, and Jim Murphy, RIC sustainability coordinator, inspecting the garden.

Pandemic Leads Wind Ensemble into New Musical Territory

Rhode Island College Impact

At RIC, a pandemic doesn’t stop innovation and creativity.

Alumni Help End Stigma around Mental Health

Multilingual mental health therapists Estrellita Moronta and Jessica Toucinho are dedicated to changing attitudes in the Latinx and Portuguese communities around mental health.

LeBlanc on Track to Rise in Politics

LeBlanc's affinity for politics grew at RIC by participating in internships and the college's branch of the American Democracy Project.

RIC School of Social Work Receives $1M-Plus Grant to Fund School-Based Mental Health Interventions

Rhode Island College Impact

The School of Social Work will train 64 master’s-level social workers over four years in Providence public schools

Discrimination is a Health Concern, say RIC Faculty

The daily stress of being marginalized can have powerful impacts on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.

Rhode Island College Police Earns State Accreditation

By following best practices in management, administration, operations and support services, Rhode Island College police is officially one of 30-plus accredited police agencies in Rhode Island.

GenCyber Camp at RIC Empowers Next Generation of Techies

Rhode Island College Impact

These computer science majors are prepared to take on the IT world and to teach high schoolers the ropes.