A spring Theory and History of Art and Design course focuses on developing critical observation and documentation skills.

President Williams leads a passionate online conversation with activists and artists Tracie Ching, Shepard Fairey, Dread ...

X Apparel Design alum and global theme park retail merchandiser reflects on her years at RISD and the importance of having ...

Open to students in every department, Metal and Performance introduces performance thinking in a collaborative, experimental ...

As the lights dimmed in the RISD Auditorium on a rainy evening in early May, students hurried to their seats for this year’s Film/Animation/Video Senior Show. The annual rite of passage invites ...

RISD is proud to welcome artist and alum Julie Mehretu to campus to deliver the keynote address at the 143rd Commencement Ceremony on May 30, 2026. Julie Mehretu is an artist for our times. She ...

The latest in an annual tradition, FAV Senior Show 2026 features work by graduating students that reflects each maker’s vision, creativity, discipline, and dedication. Emerging from each artist’s ...

Grad Show 2024, a 43,000-sf exhibition presenting exploratory thesis work by 253 RISD students earning master’s degrees in 19 different disciplines, is on view through June 1 at the Rhode Island ...

Students in a spring Painting course taught by José de Jesus Rodriguez are exploring the centuries-old tradition of fresco painting, which combines patience, collaboration, and a heightened ...

A smart cutting board that integrates AI and teaches beginners to cook. An easy-to-use menstrual blood collection device that allows women to home-test for endometriosis. Compostable food packaging ...