Life at RISD provides no shortage of diversions, on campus and off. In addition to first-rate
resources and facilities
, there are more than 50
student-run organizations
. Students frequent exhibitions at eleven departmental and college
galleries
and at the world-class
RISD Museum
, and have access to athletic facilities at RISD and at nearby
Brown University
. Popular events featuring student work include the
Film/Animation/Video festival
and
Collection
, the Apparel Design departments annual fashion show.
Providence
itself is a vibrant city, with renowned
restaurants
, an exciting
gallery and theater scene
and ready access to
Rhode Islands beaches
.