Exploring the Gray Areas
New Assistant Professor of Political Economy Alero Akporiaye brings much-needed perspective to the understanding of the global economy.
Mississippi Music Stories
In his work with the GRAMMY Museum Mississippi, Dean of Liberal Arts Dan Cavicchi has shed new light on how the state's musicians helped define pop music—and how pop music has changed the world.
Critical Design Can Change the World
In early May members of the RISD and Brown communities came together to share thoughts at the second annual Critical Design/Critical Futures symposium.
Understanding Holography
In a course on optics, students learn the complexities of creating 3D imagery through the process of making holograms.
Faculty Foster Global Engagement
Six faculty members are conducting research in Central and South America, Asia and Europe with the goal of developing expansive new courses reflective of global realities.
First Job: Fighting AIDS
New graduate Robin Hilkey 15 GD feels well prepared for the fast-paced design and branding work she'll do at the anti-AIDS organization (RED).
Designing a Desirable Future
At Critical Design/Critical Futures, makers, writers, practitioners and educators exchanged ideas about the ways contemporary design influences forthcoming political, social and economic engagement.
Fresh Perspective
Teaching at RISD allows Andrew Robarts, a recently hired assistant professor in History, Philosophy + the Social Sciences, to approach Middle Eastern history from a new angle.
Inspiring Scholarly Culture
Newly appointed Dean of Liberal Arts Daniel Cavicchi is fascinated with the rich interplay between studio and scholarly learning.