Events Open to the Public
Â鶹Դ´ offers numerous events throughout the year for the public to enjoy. Our well-known performing arts program brings music, theatre, and dance performances of the highest quality, and our Bannister Gallery features exhibitions by local, regional and international artists. We also hold conferences, programs, and of course admissions events, intended for the public. For athletics matches please view .
Summer Writing Camp (K-12)
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The Rhode Island Writing Project's Summer Writing Camp is a program designed for students in grades K-12 who enjoy writing. The program runs from July 7-18, 9 am-12 pm each day, Monday through Friday and is in-person, on campus.
New Teacher Camp - Week II
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Join us this summer (July 8-10 & 15-17) at New Teacher Camp for a collaborative and supportive professional development opportunity for first through third year teachers! This event is free unless you would like to enroll in CURR 520 for 3 credits.
RI Writing Project Summer Sampler: Writing, Art and Movement - Salt and Sand
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The Rhode Island Writing Project has always believed that the best professional development is also personal development! In this session come write, create art, and move your body.
RI Writing Project Summer Sampler: Cultivating Climate Literacy
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The Rhode Island Writing Project has always believed that the best professional development is also personal development! With our partners at Thrive Outside, this session explores how gardening, native plants, and small-scale farming can empower teachers and students to make a meaningful impact in their communities.
RI Writing Project Summer Sampler: Poetry A-Verse – Expanding the Poetry Palate
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The Rhode Island Writing Project has always believed that the best professional development is also personal development! When your High Quality Curriculum just doesn’t satisfy you or your students’ creative appetites, poetry can broaden your culinary/curricular offerings.
Summer Music Vocal Workshop
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Join Director Dr. Donald St. Jean for a week of exposure to Â鶹Դ´'s renowned music program.
Open Air Institute
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The Open Air Institute is 3 days of fresh air and rejuvenation, a place-based institute designed to integrate content area literacy strategies while exploring local history, culture, and geography as the RIWP writes its way around Rhode Island. This year's theme: Immigrant Communities.
2025 Alumni Awards
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Join us for an evening of celebration as we recognize the remarkable achievements of Â鶹Դ´ alumni and community members who inspire, lead, and make a difference. It’s a night to celebrate pride, connection, and our powerful legacy.
An Evening with Luis A. Miranda Jr., Author of Relentless
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A conversation moderated by alumna Lt. Governor Sabina Matos ’01, featuring Luis A. Miranda Jr., author of Relentless: My Story of the Latino Spirit That Is Transforming America.
Â鶹Դ´ Homecoming: Alumni & Family Weekend
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Mark your calendars for an unforgettable weekend packed with fun for students, families, alumni and friends!