Rhode Island College Alumni & Foundation

06/23/2026

⚓ Save the Date: Homecoming October 16–17!

Join us for a celebration filled with tradition, connection, and Anchor pride. From the Family Festival and Homecoming Parade to athletic events, reunions, and special gatherings, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

Stay tuned for more details!

06/22/2026

Summer has officially arrived at Rhode Island College! ☀️⚓

As the campus settles into a new season, we're taking a moment to appreciate the spaces and artwork that make RIC feel like home.

Wishing our alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends a wonderful summer filled with new opportunities, great memories, and plenty of sunshine.

06/19/2026

Today, we recognize Juneteenth, a day that commemorates freedom and resilience.

As we reflect on this important moment in our nation's history, we honor the significance of this day and the values of freedom, opportunity, and community.

06/18/2026

06/17/2026

The Spring 2026 issue of theRhode Island College Magazine highlights how students are gaining the skills, experiences, and confidence to navigate their futures both professionally and personally.

Discover the stories, opportunities, and people helping Anchors turn their goals into reality.

📖 Read more: https://www.ric.edu/ric-alumni-foundation/alumni-benefits/rhode-island-college-magazine?bbeml=tp-EPUywNrf-kqWkmJxoJEY_g.jGCmNgFP5qU2mZERzcM-GpA.rtXRMWrR5nE6Kp-XUeHD-gg.lGjuvHclZ1kmK69f053dw0g -section-102816

06/15/2026

Congratulations to Laura Newell-McLaughlin '93 on being named Chief Operating Officer of Illumia ⚓

A longtime executive, Laura steps into this leadership role as the company continues integrating operations and expanding the use of generative AI across its business.

We're proud to celebrate this exciting career milestone and the accomplishments of alumni who continue to lead, innovate, and make an impact in their fields.

Read more: https://www.citybiz.co/article/848833/illumia-names-laura-newell-mclaughlin-chief-operating-officer/?bbeml=tp-EPUywNrf-kqWkmJxoJEY_g.jGCmNgFP5qU2mZERzcM-GpA.rtXRMWrR5nE6Kp-XUeHD-gg.lt2xWYCe9Z0m2cjX9K36qDA

📸 Photo credit: Illumia

06/13/2026

Alumna Christine Rayhill ’01 was recently recognized for more than 25 years of helping shape supportive and inclusive classrooms in Warwick Public Schools.

As a Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Lead, Christine helps students build resilience, confidence, and meaningful connections while creating learning environments where every student feels supported and valued.

Read more: https://www.providencejournal.com/press-release/story/48039/influential-women-highlights-christine-rayhill-championing-whole-child-education-in-warwick-public-schools/?bbeml=tp-EPUywNrf-kqWkmJxoJEY_g.jCM2KshFGHUS_y7cn9GMqGg.rcdvMAB0PhU65EEF9LjvwUw.lAPgnxviMPUSYpTpRtVVs9g

06/11/2026

When education meets community ⚓

Rhode Island College is expanding access to higher education through Introducing Social Work and Social Justice, a new college-level course offered through the School of Social Work's Atrévete Center of Excellence at the Workforce Hub in Central Falls.

This initiative reflects RIC's commitment to creating pathways for learning, professional growth, and community impact beyond the traditional classroom.

Read More: https://www.ric.edu/news/ric-brings-college-level-social-work-course-community

06/10/2026

Faculty & Staff Say “Sí” to Spanish!

Nearly 90 Rhode Island College faculty and staff members enrolled in a new Spanish course designed to strengthen communication and build stronger relationships with Rhode Island’s Spanish-speaking communities.

Special recognition to alumna Isa Tejada ’97 for leading the course and helping foster more inclusive communication across campus and beyond through language and cultural connection.

Read more about their learning experience: https://our.ric.edu/news-events/news/ric-faculty-staff-say-si-spanish?bbeml=tp-EPUywNrf-kqWkmJxoJEY_g.jCM2KshFGHUS_y7cn9GMqGg.rcdvMAB0PhU65EEF9LjvwUw.lgTB6inh38k-8-T4DMPY_wA

06/08/2026

For more than 20 years, Rhode Island College professors Angelica Cardente-Vessella and Bill Wilson have helped shape RIC’s theatre and dance programs through more than 40 productions that inspired creativity, collaboration, and artistic excellence across campus. 🎭

Their longtime partnership is now helping lead a bold new chapter with the creation of the Department of Theatre and Dance at Rhode Island College.

Read more about their impact in the arts: https://our.ric.edu/news-events/news/merger-dynamic-duo-theatre-and-dance?bbeml=tp-EPUywNrf-kqWkmJxoJEY_g.jCM2KshFGHUS_y7cn9GMqGg.rcdvMAB0PhU65EEF9LjvwUw.lrfpmDKIuNECLReCO_p2V7Q