July 2024 Newsletter
Get involved! Volunteer with the Alumni Association
From events hosted by regional clubs and affinity groups, reunion planning and supporting alumni programming to engaging alumni, students and friends in the advancement of RISD, the Alumni Association is a potent network of creative leaders who champion RISD and one another.
This summer, the Alumni Association Leadership Council (AALC) is launching several new committees that support various initiatives and foster lifelong connections to RISD. These committees include the Affinity Groups Committee, Global Committee, Regional Clubs Committee, Reunion Committee and Student-Alumni Committee. We are excited to launch these alumni-led opportunities, and we hope you will join us.
Interested in taking part? Please complete this volunteer interest form by Friday, August 10.
Terra Carta Design Labs Finalists
RISD has announced the shortlist for the Terra Carta Design Lab. The finalists, which feature several alumni-led projects, were selected by a diverse and dynamic panel of jurists from RISD and beyond, including designers, architects, scientists, material researchers and public art curators.
Our Community is Growing
Our regional clubs are expanding! Launching later this year, new regional clubs will be organizing events in Baltimore, Sarasota and Cape Cod. We’d love for you to get involved. We are also seeking additional leadership for some of our established clubs, including Seattle, Portland (OR) and Austin. Want to know more? Email alumni@risd.edu and let us know.
At the Museum: Listen!
On view through January 5, 2025
The RISD Art Circle (RAC) members, a group of teens from Rhode Island and Massachusetts, have curated the museum's new exhibition, Listen! RAC members selected the 30 historical and contemporary works on paper because they found them urgent and powerful, directly addressing issues they face and offering hope for the future.
Affinity Group Spotlight: RISD Queer Alumni
RISD Queer Alumni is dedicated to building an inclusive and connected community by highlighting queer artists and designers, their work and their stories. RISD Queer Alumni is actively planning events for later this summer and fall, so keep an eye on your inbox for more ways to connect.
Announcing our 2025 Alumni Travel Destinations
We are partnering with Odysseys Unlimited to provide unique, small-group excursions exclusively for RISD alumni and their guests. Our 2025 destinations explore the culture and hospitality of Morocco with our “Moroccan Discovery” excursion (April 15-28, 2025) and the beauty and tradition of Vietnam with “Journey through Vietnam” (October 9-23, 2025).
Talented Project Open Door Grads Earn Full Scholarships to RISD
Emerson Zumstein 28 EFS, Jaz Means 28 EFS, Luka Pruvost 28 EFS and Avari Escobar 28 EFS all grew up in Providence, attended local public schools and discovered their passion for fine arts through RISD’s Project Open Door (POD) program. In September, they will join incoming first-year students in RISD’s Experimental and Foundation Studies program (EFS) after earning full scholarships through POD’s Saturday Portfolio Program.
Share your news with us
We want to celebrate you and share your new works, upcoming events, exhibitions or personal updates with our community. The alumni website allows you to share your creativity and connect with fellow RISD graduates. Whether you are celebrating an upcoming reunion, exploring something new with your art, or excited about your latest career journey, we want to hear from you.
Image credits: Club of Boston Valentine Making Party, Zero Waste Plant Walk and Block Printing photos by Juliana Sohn, NYC Welcome to the Neighborhood by Michael O’Shea, Reunion RISD sign and Dinner photos by Leah LaRiccia, Club of LA Beach Cleanup by Sol Armada, NYCxDesign Reception by Rebecca Greenfield, Club of Canada Summer Picnic
