Schedule of Events
Sunday, February 12
Community
11 a.m.
Alumni Brunch
An informal kick off celebration for alumni and the campus community to celebrate the legacy and tradition of the college. LOCATION: Donovan Dining Center, RIC Campus
12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
RIC Family Day
Recreation Center to be open to RIC Community and include various family friendly activities.
LOCATION: Recreation Center, RIC Campus
Tuesday, February 14
Learning Innovation
All Day
A Walking Tour: RIC Talks
Faculty, staff, students and industry leaders to deliver 10 minute stories about 21st Century Work. Innovation
LOCATION: Presentations to be held throughout campus.
9:15–10 a.m., Spiritual Distress
LOCATION: Fogarty Life Science 168 Simulation Lab (observed via streaming video)
In a state-of-the-art simulation lab, nursing and social work students collaborate to embark on the activity of taking care of a patient who is experiencing physical trauma and spiritual distress after the loss of a loved following a motor vehicle accident.
10:15–10:45 a.m., Protocols & Prosciutto
LOCATION: Fogarty Life Science, Biology Lounge (second floor)
Learn about experiential learning offered in the medical imaging and food safety majors, along with diversity of the health sciences internships.
11–11:30 a.m., I Made it Myself
LOCATION: Whipple 101
Interact with students in the technology lab and have a hands-on experience with Corel Draw and laser-cutting.
11:45 a.m.–12:15pm, How a Navigator Networks
LOCATION: Donovan Dining Center, Main floor
An interactive demonstration showing an innovative safety net system created by Learning For Life (L4L) Navigators, designed to increase students’ support networks on and off campus.
12:30–2 p.m. Investments, Innovation and Insight
LOCATION: Alger 110
12:30–1 p.m., Investments
A student-managed fund allowing students to blend theory and practice is made possible through the generosity of a RIC alum. Students will share the type of research they do to make decisions and how this experience will help prepare them for a career in the financial services industry.
1–1:20 p.m., Innovation
Entrepreneurship & Innovation: An address by William Foulkes, Chair, Council on Postsecondary Education
1:20–2 p.m.
Workplace Skills for the 21st Century: What do college grads need to be successful?
Panel discussion featuring:
Moderator: Anna Cano-Morales, Associate Vice President, Community, Equity & Diversity, RIC
Jeff Lackey, Vice President, Talent Acquisition, CVS
Jill Pfitzenmayer, Vice President, Initiative for Nonprofit Excellence, RI Foundation
Angelleen Perkins-Lewis, Senior Vice President, Patient Care and Chief Nurse, Care New England Health System
Stefan Pryor, Secretary, Commerce RI
2:15–2:45 p.m., Purposeful Play
LOCATION: Henry Barnard School, 212
Students in Introduction to Youth Development will be facilitating an experiential activity that encourages groups to learn from and with each other. In youth development, these activities are called “purposeful play.” Play is a process that encourages communication among participants.
3–3:30 p.m., Cutting Edge
LOCATION: Alex & Ani 209
Experience the new digital media curriculum based on the latest development of digital visual technologies. Courses are taught with a content-driven approach allowing students to use advanced digital visual tools such as 3D modeling, animation and rapid pro-type print to create artwork. Video editing and production are an essential part of the curriculum.
3:30–4 p.m., Making Connections
LOCATION: Adams Library Lobby, RIC Campus
The Center for Research and Creative Activity (CRCA) is working to expand opportunities for mentored experiences in research and creative activity, a high-impact practice that increases student engagement. View posters and talk with faculty and students, February 14- 16; and the Director of CRCA on February 14, 3:30-4 p.m.
Wednesday, February 15
Inclusive Excellence
8:30 a.m.
President’s Commission on Inclusive Excellence
10 a.m.
Community Reading Day
Members of the President’s Commission on Inclusive Excellence and the greater RIC Community read Rolling With Nia to local elementary students. Written by RIC Alumna, the late Dana Wright '04, this book highlights the adventures of an eight-year-old girl who uses a wheelchair focusing on all the things Nia can do, going to school, playing with friends and having lots of fun. Recommended for children ages 2-6.
Thursday, February 16
Student Success
4:30 p.m.
Student Showcase
Student organizations to promote group work throughout Donovan Dining. Donovan Dining Center.
6:30 p.m.
Student Performances
Music, Theatre and Dance students to perform. Donovan Dining Center.
Friday, February 17
Future
1:30 p.m.
Installation Ceremony
Official installation of Rhode Island College’s tenth president
LOCATION: Roberts Auditorium, RIC Campus
RSVP to the ceremony
2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Reception
LOCATION: Roberts Hall, RIC Campus
6 p.m.
Gala
LOCATION: Providence Performing Art Center (PPAC)
Purchase tickets to the gala
