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Artie, the protagonist in comics artist Olivia Stephens 17 IL new book in progress
Character Development

A Tulsa [OK] Literary Artist Fellowship gives Olivia Stephens 17 IL the time and space to complete her first graphic novel.

Recognizing Outstanding Alumni Contributions

The RISD Alumni Association honors art and design professionals Todd Bartel 85 PT, Deborah Berke BArch 77 and Grace Jun 09 GD.

President Rosanne Somerson with a few fun Big Nazo creatures
Celebrating Progress at RISD Weekend 19

Alumni, parents and friends come to campus for an inspiring look at creative energy in action.

Silhouette of male in front of the Emergency Broadcast System colored bars
Colorful Welcome for New Color Lab

RISD’s new Color Lab is designed to foster interdisciplinary research among students and faculty.

Protesters with signs supporting Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
Upholding the DACA Dream

President Somerson and other college leaders speak out on Dreamers prior to the Supreme Court case in November.

Local designer and “multimedia spectacle generator” Jess Brown MID 09
Brand New Day

Newly appointed Assistant Professor of Industrial Design Jess Brown MID 09 is addressing difficult issues and supporting students of color.

Industrial Design Associate Professor Cas Holman
Playing with Ideas

Associate Professor Cas Holman shares her passion for toy design on the new season of the Netflix series Abstract: The Art of Design.

RISD Launches Society of Presidential Fellows

Women’s Wear Daily reports on the Society of Presidential Fellows, which offers full tuition and professional development opportunities to select graduate students throughout their studies.