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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Weaving with both historic and contemporary photographs and text

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.

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.

RIC Symphony Orchestra and Chorus concert poster

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.

Hartford, CT skyline

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.

RIC female student in classroom with arms crossed

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.

Newly Renovated Clarke Science Building

Teacher's Day at RIC

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  • Clarke Science

Rhode Island College is delighted to welcome middle and high school science teachers to engage in an afternoon of conversations and activities.

RIC chorus during performance, with director conducting

Spring Choral Concert

Presented by the RIC Chorus and Chamber Singers. Featuring When David Heard by Eric Whitacre, a breathtakingly beautiful a cappella setting of text from 2 Samuel 18:33, describing King David’s intense grief upon learning his son, Absalom, was killed in battle...

Celebrating the Mural Fibonacci on gray textured background

Celebrating the Mural Fibonacci

Come celebrate the unveiling of Fibonacci, a vibrant new mural created by Professor Richard Whitten.

People on campus standing in circle with writing supplies

Writing Marathon

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  • Will Be Announced Soon!

Join the Rhode Island Writing Project for our free, beloved event – our writing marathon. This is an opportunity for writers to gather, write, walk, talk, explore, and grow through shared experience, led by RIWP board member Laura Maxwell. Register today...