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President Crystal Williams and Provost Touba Ghadessi welcome the Class of 2028 to RISD in a ceremony that marks the official beginning of the academic year.
RISD welcomes founding creative director of Def Jam Recordings, this year’s DESIGNxRI keynote speaker.
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RISD students and recent graduates combine art and design with sustainability and social justice in 2024 Maharam Fellowships.
When Crystal Williams became president of Rhode Island School of Design, she moved into a Colonial Revival mansion and rolled up her sleeves.
The program is run by the college’s Continuing Ed division, which also offers classes and camps for kids, youth and adults and the Advanced Program Online.
As a designer and educator, RISD alum and faculty member Rene Payne strives to break down social and cultural barriers.