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Misinformation in a Time of Pandemic
Information is power, particularly in a time of pandemic. People make decisions based on the information they're given and that information can either promote their health or be potentially harmful.
RIC Intern Assists with Home-Delivered Meals
"Being able to help keep people safe and cared for has been very fulfilling," says this community health and wellness major.
Virtual Fish Lab
Rhode Island College ImpactResearch in Maia’s lab has focused on fish biomechanics since the summer of 2018.
Social Distancing May Just Bring Us Closer to Ourselves
"Social distancing can be an incredible opportunity for us to take stock of how we are living our lives," says Julia Kamenetsky, clinical psychologist.
RIC Team Clinches One of the Top Spots in Northeast Competition
"The competition was a lot of fun and a great learning experience – it taught me a lot about small cap investing, leadership and teamwork," Lavalle said. "Aside from having such a talented team, I believe one of the greatest factors leading to our success was the bearish investment approach we took when selecting our sectors and stocks."
Finding Strength in Community: Resources for RIC Students
The economic impact of the COVID-19 global pandemic has been devastating for many people. The team at Learning for Life is here to help.
Everyone Has a Role to Play in a Global Pandemic
"There is a lack of knowledge among the general public about public health and how viruses spread," says nursing professor.
Tech Ed. Prof. Fabricates Face Shields to Slow Spread of Virus
McLaughlin produces laser-cut face shields 24 times faster than those made on a 3D printer.
Telehealth, the New Frontline for Health Care at RIC
"Telehealth is a method of providing health care remotely," explained Christie Rishworth, interim director and nurse practitioner of Health Services. "The benefit of telehealth is that it eliminates the possible transmission of infectious diseases like COVID-19 between a patient and their health-care provider."
Empathy Drives RIC’s Transition to Online ESL Instruction
Rhode Island College ImpactThe transition to remote classes has been challenging for advanced ESL students Pamela Del Carmen Cabrera-Vasquez and Romina Vaccarezza.