News and Events

A three-day gathering organized by RISD’s Center for Complexity brings to light insights, mindsets and practices for productive problem solving in the wake of disaster.

Eleven outstanding graduate students who began their studies at RISD last September share their global perspectives with the larger community.  

2021–22 was among RISD’s top five years for fundraising and set a new record for volunteering and other forms of community involvement.

Previously vice president and associate provost for community and inclusion at Boston University, Williams became RISD’s 18th president in April.

RISD welcomes 13 new full-time faculty members, including a second cohort of Race in Art & Design hires.

First-year students from around the globe experience the start of the 2022–23 academic year at RISD.

Multidisciplinary artist and RISD alum Jes Fan uses fungi, bacteria and hormones to produce thought-provoking sculptures.

Associate Professor of Landscape Architecture Emily Vogler and alum José R. Menéndez are bringing communities together through the Blackstone River Commons.