Events Open to the Public

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RIC offers numerous events throughout the year for the public to enjoy. Our well-known performing arts program brings music, theatre, and dance performances of the highest quality, and our Bannister Gallery features exhibitions by local, regional and international artists. We also hold conferences, programs, and of course admissions events, intended for the public. For athletics matches please view RIC Athletics' Calendar.
 

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Sarah Sense: Land, Line, Blood, Memory

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  • Bannister Gallery in Roberts Hall

On view in Bannister Gallery March 26-April 24, 2026. Join us for an artist talk on Thursday, March 26, from 3-4 PM in ALEX AND ANI 138, followed by a reception in Bannister Gallery from 4-6 PM.

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Inside Mental Illness

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  • Gaige Hall 100

Listen as individuals share their stories and their struggles with mental illness.

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Presidential Forum – Partners in Progress: Navigating AI’s Promise and Peril Together

Join us for an expert dialogue on artificial intelligence in higher education and society. Artificial intelligence is reshaping higher education in ways that are both promising and deeply uncertain....

2026 World Languages Speaker Series

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  • Gaige Hall 100

Join us for our series featuring Teaching the Languages of Our Community at Rhode Island College.

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RIC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus

Thomas Kociela, Orchestra Conductor; Dr. Donald St. Jean, Chorus Director. Join us for a collaborative concert between the RIC Chorus and RIC Symphony Orchestra, with vocal and instrumental soloists.

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After the Clouds, the Sun: Hartford’s Writing Legacy of Resistance and Revival

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  • Hartford, CT

Inspired by Hartford’s city motto, Post Nubila Phoebus (After Clouds, the Sun), this place-based day trip with the Rhode Island Writing Project invites you to explore the literary landscape of a historic New England city...

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Juniors, Seniors & Alumni Networking Night

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  • Gaige Hall 200

Join us for a special event in partnership with Career & Life Design.

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Jesus Christ Superstar

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  • Various times
  • The Auditorium in Roberts Hall

Thursday April 16 at 7:30 PM, Friday April 17 at 7:30 PM, Saturday April 18 at 1:00 PM and 7:30 PM, and Sunday April 19 at 1:00 PM

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RIC Chamber Orchestra April Concert

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  • Sapinsley Hall in the Nazarian Center

Program to be announced

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Lunch & Learn: Financial Literacy

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  • Alger Hall 110

Join us for a special Financial Literacy Month Lunch & Learn designed for students and alumni with the Unity Center & Citizens Bank.