Alumni Stories

Events highlight the institution’s commitment to sustainable design research and demonstrate art and design’s potential to effect positive change. 

Director of Research Soul Brown hosts A I R Showcase of Arts, Innovation and Research as part of DESIGN WEEK RI.

The founding creative director of Def Jam Recordings visited RISD as part of DESIGN WEEK RI. 

RISD Careers and Alumni + Family Relations team up on summer travel program exploring studios, galleries, arts nonprofits, residency programs and more.

Hyperallergic reviews book about the 1923 RISD alum by art historian and RISD faculty member Suzanne Scanlan.

Alums Martin Lo and Jozeph Forakis create a new style of yacht.

RISD students and recent graduates combine art and design with sustainability and social justice in 2024 Maharam Fellowships.

As a designer and educator, RISD alum and faculty member Rene Payne strives to break down social and cultural barriers. 

The Wallpaper* USA 400 honors the people defining America's creative landscape, including many RISD alums.