Faculty
Each year around 600 full- and part-time faculty members help students grow as thinkers and makers. These artists, designers, architects, scholars and educators advance RISD’s culture of creative discovery, while thoughtfully teaching and guiding students. Beyond the classroom they are leaders in their fields, pursuing an array of projects and producing innovative work.
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Faculty news
Expanded Field Fund grants are supporting wide-ranging projects by faculty members Adela Goldbard, Jonathan Knowles, Rene Payne, Liliane Wong and Derrick Woods-Morrow.
RISD Associate Professor Ramon Tejada earns the Vilcek Prize in Design for having a profound impact in his field.
Launched in early December, The Art of Creativity taps into the expertise of RISD faculty members and alums trained in a wide variety of disciplines.
On view in the Gelman Gallery through January 28, the exhibition provides a snapshot of the student experience in each of RISD’s 16 undergraduate departments.
Teaching and Learning Lab
As part of the Center for Social Equity and Inclusion, the Teaching and Learning Lab supports faculty in building innovative and inclusive teaching practices. Workshops and other professional development programs let faculty share knowledge and discuss emerging ideas about art and design education. The lab and its resources help foster a culture of teachers who are equipped to support RISD students.
Among many ways it supports faculty, the lab offers guidance in course design, inclusive studio critiques and understanding learning styles. Faculty also take advantage of resources for enhancing scholarship and research.
Get to know RISD
See how our faculty support your studies at all stages of a RISD education.
Gain creative expertise toward your bachelor’s degree in one of our globally recognized art and design programs.
Research, experiment and push the possibilities of practice with RISD’s community of advanced degree students.