Rhode Island College Alumni & Foundation

06/01/2026

⚓Let's celebrate our new alumni! From future nurses and educators to veterans, artists, and changemakers, these new alumni are already making an impact and their stories are just getting started.

Read their inspiring stories here: https://our.ric.edu/news-events/news?topic=771

05/31/2026

Congratulations to Michelle Murtha MEd ’05 on being named the recipient of the 2027 NEARI Teaching Excellence Award! 🍎⚓

As a special educator at Portsmouth High School, Michelle is being recognized for the care, commitment, and impact she brings to her students and school community every day. Her dedication to inclusive, student-centered education continues to make a meaningful difference across Rhode Island.

Read more about Michelle’s impact: https://www.neari.org/about-neari/media-center/press-releases/michelle-murtha-named-2027-neari-teaching-excellence-award?bbeml=tp-EPUywNrf-kqWkmJxoJEY_g.jCM2KshFGHUS_y7cn9GMqGg.rcdvMAB0PhU65EEF9LjvwUw.l83phBoyXVkaBZdpo2MzTmA

05/28/2026

⚓ Throwback Thursday to Donovan Dining in 1968 🍽️

Square tables, classic vibes, and plenty of stories waiting to happen… some things never change.

From then to now, Donovan Dining has always been the go-to spot for catching up with friends, sharing meals, and making memories that last way beyond campus.

Different look, same Anchor spirit ✨

05/27/2026

05/21/2026

Leadership. Advocacy. Service.

Alumna Raven S. Aldaco ’25, a U.S. Army veteran, was recently recognized at the Women Warriors’ Luncheon hosted by Mission Boots to Briefcases for her continued commitment to the veteran community while pursuing graduate studies at RIC.

Through mentorship, advocacy, and support for student veterans transitioning into civilian life, Raven exemplifies the impact of servant leadership and community-centered engagement.

We are proud to celebrate her contributions and continued dedication to supporting our community. ⚓

05/19/2026

🎓RIC’s MSN–Public Health program has been ranked among the Top 10 Online Programs in the nation by Nurse.org!

Recognized for its quality, affordability, and commitment to community impact, the program continues to prepare nurses who are making a difference across Rhode Island and beyond.

From flexible online learning to a strong focus on public health leadership, RIC is helping shape the future of healthcare, one Anchor at a time ⚓

Read more about what makes the program stand out: https://nurse.org/education/online-msn-public-health-programs/?bbeml=tp-EPUywNrf-kqWkmJxoJEY_g.j5d_4QXZyXEO00q6qb72_Ww.rT112MbmBh0KEdi1sPsembA.l2mVFCEJyM06MdfKEr6ldgA

Rhode Island College Zvart Onanian School of Nursing

05/17/2026

Commencement ready! ✅

🎓 Advanced Degree Ceremony
Thursday, May 14, 5:30pm
RIC Recreation Center

🎓 Undergraduate Degree Ceremony
Saturday, May 16, 10am (procession at 9:20am)
Amica Mutual Pavilion

⚓️Click here for livestream info & more: https://bit.ly/4t9WmnF

05/13/2026

🌳 Rhode Island College has been named a Tree Campus by the Arbor Day Foundation, a recognition of our dedication to sustainability and hands-on student learning.

From collecting acorns to growing hundreds of saplings, our students and faculty are making a difference 🌱

Take a moment to read the full story and celebrate this achievement with us: https://our.ric.edu/news-events/news/rhode-island-college-earns-tree-campus-designation