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New Scholarship Honors Life of Dedicated Educator
Rhode Island College ImpactA new scholarship in memory of a beloved Central Falls principal will aid Rhode Island College students interested in studying physical education.
Rhode Island College Renames School of Nursing for Zvart Onanian & Bestows Honorary Degree
Rhode Island College ImpactThe renaming was prompted by a $3 million gift from philanthropist Edward Avedisian, the largest in the school’s history; the honorary degree was presented at the school’s nurses pinning virtual ceremony on Jan. 12
Beat the Streets Providence Led by RIC Alumnus
Silas Murray is intent on empowering youth the way he was empowered — through sports
Between School and Work, the Struggle is Real for Adult Students
Once a week, Avi David goes from teaching in a high school to sitting in a college classroom with students fresh out of high school.
Admissions Helps International Transfers Bridge the Gap Towards Graduation
Rhode Island College ImpactStudents coming from abroad must navigate more than just transfer credits; the Office of Admissions is there to help.
Six Grants in Six Years for Biochemistry Professor Jamie Towle-Weicksel
“RI-INBRE has been very good to me in supporting my research,” says Jamie Towle-Weicksel. “I am very thankful.”
The Military Resource Center’s Dream Team – Micaela Black and Lisa Levasseur
“I love my job,” says Micaela Black (left), Vetsuccess coordinator. “I feel like I’m giving back and truly saying to veterans, ‘Thank you for your service. What can I do to help you?’”
Wounded Warrior Finds Healing through Recreational Therapy
During a routine health screening, Sgt. First Class Amanda Weber was diagnosed with multiple traumatic brain injuries. After serving for 14 years in the Army, she was told she would have to retire. But the Army had been her life.
Crossing the Divide Between Military & Civilian Life, RIC Student Alex Ortiz
“Most of our population walk around very much unaware of what veterans have experienced and what it means to transition back from deployment. It’s important to inform and educate the general public.” — Micaela Black, VetSuccess on Campus
RIC First Year Seminar Takes Students on a Walk Through Local Latinx History
Rhode Island College ImpactA walking tour offers perspectives on Latinx communities in Providence, using Broad Street as the pathway.