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Hear the Voices of Women Leading from the Top: Part III
Rhode Island College Impact"I think it is critical that our students see us in leadership positions so that they know it is possible for them." — Alema Karim
Hear the Voices of Women Leading from the Top: Part II
"I think the worst thing you can do and the best thing you can do is tell a woman 'no.'" – Tamika Wordlow
Hear the Voices of Women Leading from the Top: Part I
Rhode Island College ImpactWomen across the country are speaking truth to power from positions of power. In this three-part series, 12 women leaders at RIC discuss what it means for them to have a seat at the leadership table.
Undergrad Turns Class Paper into Published Paper
“Sam is an excellent writer, a curious student and will make a fantastic English teacher someday soon,” says Prof. Michaud.
A Conversation with History: RIC’s First Woman Dean
Rhode Island College ImpactBack in 1956 when RIC was still called RICE, tuition was $25 and students were predominantly Irish Catholic women studying to be teachers, Dorothy Pieniadz was hired as the first dean of students. It was a time when gender, race and other diversity issues were being questioned.
Working Behind the Scenes to Help Others Overcome
Rhode Island College ImpactThe programs at the hub are aimed at people who graduate from high school but, for one reason or another, are unable to pursue a four-year degree.
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.
Harambee’s African Diaspora
Rhode Island College ImpactHarambee, which in Kiswahili means “unity” or “stand together,” is the name of Rhode Island College 's multicultural student organization.
Creating a Safe Space to Talk about Race
During their 14 weeks in her course, Bousseau hopes students grow from "terrified" to comfortable speaking about race.
What is Cultural Competence & Why is it Critical for RIC's School of Nursing?
Lack of cultural competence interferes with the quality of care patients of color and non-English-speaking patients receive, says alumna Valerie Almeida-Monroe, director of clinical services at Clinica Esperanza.