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Pulling on the ThreadVincent Brathwhite/’gīdens/ (pronounced guidance) is a new platform using AI to help small business owners with administrative tasks. An Industrial Design graduate from 2005, Vincent is also the Chair of the RISD Black Alumni affinity group which connects students and alumni on campus and beyond. /’gīdens/ (pronounced guidance) business websiteVincent’s InstagramVincent’s website
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2025-05-2636 min
Pulling on the ThreadDegenDEGEN incorporates artisanal knitted apparel, accessories, patterns, and an online knitting community KNIT CLUB. A Textiles graduate from 2010, Degen also opened a new brick and mortar yarn store and community space called in Providence this year.KNIT CLUB's websiteDEGEN’s InstagramDEGEN’s website
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2025-05-1933 min
Pulling on the ThreadMiguel Enrique LastraHe is the current Visiting Assistant Professor and AICAD Fellow at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design and received a RISD x Hyundai Summer Research Fellowship in 2021. Miguel’s website Miguel’s Instagram
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2025-05-1228 min
Pulling on the ThreadJooHee YoonThe self-published book features illustrations of birds observed on walks and bike rides in the state. JooHee worked with fellow alumna, Marie Otsuka MFA 18 GD, on the design and layout of the book. JooHee’s website 100 Birds
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2025-05-0528 min
Pulling on the ThreadHanson ChengThe Tyre Collective is a London based clean tech organization which examines how the tiny particles released by tires are impacting our environment. Hanson is also the recipient of the 2024 Emerging Leader Award from the RISD Alumni Association. He graduated from RISD with a BFA in Architecture in 2016.The Tyre CollectiveHanson’s website2024 Emerging Leader Award article
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2025-04-2835 min
Pulling on the ThreadJo SittenfeldJo's work has been featured in The New Yorker and New York Times, including a series that recreated portraits of college classmates taken at their 15 year reunion. We talked about Jo’s new website, Middle Age Mixtape, that will house all of her works in one place. Middle Age MixtapeJo’s websiteJo on Instagram
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2025-04-2123 min
The Photo DetectiveThe Art of French Wallpaper: RISD Museum's Stunning Historical ShowcaseIn this episode of The Photo Detective, host Maureen Taylor welcomes Emily Banas, Associate Curator of Decorative Arts and Design at the RISD Museum, to explore the captivating world of French wallpaper. Their discussion centers on The Art of French Wallpaper Design exhibition, diving into the artistry, craftsmanship, and cultural legacy behind these historical wall coverings.The RISD Museum’s collection of 18th and 19th-century French wallpaper—originally acquired in 1934—is showcased for the first time in decades, highlighting woodblock-printed designs from 1770–1840.The collection was assembled by French artist Charles Ard and American author Francis Wilson Ard, who sourced...2025-04-2022 min
Pulling on the ThreadSeason 4 TrailerSeason 4 will feature interviews with Jo Sittenfeld MFA 08 PH, Hanson Cheng BArch 16, Miguel Lastra MFA 22 CR, JooHee Yoon 11 IL, Lindsay Degen 10 TX, and Vincent Brathwaite 05 ID. Supported by the RISD Alumni Association.
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2025-04-1500 min
ArtscapeBold, complex, and time-intensive ‘painted paper’ at the RISD Museum
Hundreds of years ago, wallpaper looked very different than the simple repeating patterns we often see today. Originally done on wood blocks, early designs were extremely decorative, colorful, and labor-intensive. “The Art of French Wallpaper Design” is the latest exhibit at the RISD Museum, featuring samples of salvaged wallpapers, fragments and drawings of designs from the 18th and 19th centuries. Morning host Luis Hernandez visited the exhibit to talk with Emily Banas, the museum’s Associate Curator of Decorative Arts and Design. “The Art of French Wallpaper Design” is on now at the RISD Museum through May 11.
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Graphic Support Group PodcastEpisode 38 - Behind the Screen: RISD's Hasan Askari - Print Shop HeroHey hey! Hope everybody is having a truly relaxing, mindful summer with enough sunscreen and design totes filled with image-heavy, text-light books to go around. We’re back with another episode of Graphic Support Group, believe it or not. We have a very special episode for you, the first in a series we’d like to call “Behind the Screen” (thanks to Drew’s partner Deniz Önder for the great nomenclature). This series focuses on the behind-the-scene heroes of the design industry: the printers, technicians, administrators, and studio managers who keep the wheels of this chaos screw...2024-07-161h 08
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: Jon RafmanThis Debates in AI talk features Jon Rafman, an artist renowned for his exploration of digital cultures through video, animation, photography, sculpture and installation. His work, deeply infused with an anthropological point of view, delves into the complexities of life in the digital age, addressing themes of alienation, nostalgia and the quest for connection. Rafman’s notable projects include The Nine Eyes of Google Street View, capturing unexpected moments of humanity within Google Maps, and films like Codes of Honor and Dream Journal 2016–2019 that investigate niche Internet subcultures and personal dreams mixed with mythological and pop culture narratives. His art...2024-05-1650 min
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: Kate CrawfordKicking off the Debates in AI symposium was Kate Crawford. Kate Crawford is a leading scholar of AI, artist, and author of Atlas of AI: Power, Politics, and the Planetary Costs of Artificial Intelligence. A preeminent expert in the social and political aspects of artificial intelligence (AI), Kate has spent 20 years analyzing data systems, machine learning and AI's impact on society. A research professor at USC Annenberg, senior principal researcher at MSR-NYC and honorary professor at the University of Sydney, she leads at the intersection of technology and justice. Crawford co-founded influential research groups like FATE and the AI...2024-05-161h 30
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: Poetics of Computation PanelChristiane Paul (curator of digital art, Whitney Museum of American Art), Taeyoon Choi (co-founder of the School for Poetic Computation), and Dorothy R. Santos (writer, artist, educator) present and discuss the poetics of computation and computational literacy. Clement Valla (RISD professor and Computation, Technology, and Culture coordinator) moderated the conversation.To watch talks from the two-day symposium, head over to AI-Debates.risd.edu. You can also listen to each of them wherever you find your podcasts. Support for the event was from the Divisions of Liberal Arts, Experimental and Foundation Studies, and Architecture & Design, as well...2024-05-1638 min
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: Taeyoon ChoiTaeyoon Choi spoke on the final panel of the RISD Debates in AI symposium, Poetics of Computation. Taeyoon is an interdisciplinary artist who intertwines science, technology and human interaction through programming, drawing and writing. His work, including collaborations with artists like Christine Sun Kim and organizing the Code Ecologies conference with Nabil Hassein and Sonia Boller, highlights the environmental and societal impacts of technology. His contributions have been showcased globally, from the New Museum to the Shanghai Biennale, and supported by the Open Society and Knight Foundations. Choi, a co-founder of the School for Poetic Computation, has significantly influenced...2024-05-1620 min
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: Dorothy R. SantosDorothy R. Santos (she/they) was part of the Poetics of Computation panel. Dorothy is a multidisciplinary Filipino-American storyteller, poet, artist and scholar with a PhD in film and digital media from UC Santa Cruz. Their work spans voice recognition, assistive tech and feminist media histories, among other areas. Santos has exhibited at notable venues like Ars Electronica and Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, and her writing is featured in publications such as Art in America and Vice Motherboard. Currently, they are a visiting assistant professor at UC Santa Cruz, contributing to the Everett Program for Technology and...2024-05-1615 min
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: Christiane PaulKicking off Debates in AI's final panel of the day, Poetics of Computation, was Christiane Paul. Paul is an acclaimed writer and curator specializing in new media arts, honored with the Thoma Foundation’s 2016 Arts Writing Award in Digital Art. Her key publications include A Companion to Digital Art and Digital Art, among others. As the adjunct curator of digital art at the Whitney Museum of American Art, she has curated such significant exhibitions as Cory Arcangel: Pro Tools and is behind artport, the museum’s Internet art platform. Paul’s curatorial projects extend internationally, with notable exhibitions such as Pro...2024-05-1626 min
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: Cory DoctorowDebates in AI Keynote speaker, Cory Doctorow, is a prolific science fiction author, activist and journalist known for his critical views on Big Tech and surveillance. An advocate for digital rights, he works with the Electronic Frontier Foundation and holds positions as a visiting professor at Open University and UNC’s School of Library and Information Science. Following his lecture he sits down for a conversation and Q&A moderated by Artnet News National Art Critic and author Ben Davis.To watch talks from the two-day symposium, head over to AI-Debates.risd.edu. You can also li...2024-05-161h 11
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: AI + the Artist PanelFor the RISD Debates in AI panel AI + the Artist, contemporary artists Trevor Paglen, Stephanie Dinkins, and Elisa Giardina Papa discuss how their work engages machine learning technology. This conversation is moderated by Griffin Smith (Critic, RISD) and Q&A follows.To watch talks from the two-day symposium, head over to www.AI-Debates.risd.edu. You can also listen to each of them wherever you find your podcasts. Support for the event was from the Divisions of Liberal Arts, Experimental and Foundation Studies, and Architecture & Design, as well as the Fleet Library and the Center for...2024-05-1621 min
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: Stephanie DinkinsIn this episode you'll hear from the artist Stephanie Dinkins who spoke on RISD's Debates in AI panel AI + the Artist. Stephanie is a transmedia artist focusing on race, gender, aging and future histories through AI and social collaboration, aiming for care-based, equitable technological ecosystems. Her work explores AI’s impact on communities of color, emphasizing the importance of stories and cultural perspectives as fundamental societal algorithms. Dinkins, who teaches at Stony Brook University as the Kusama Endowed Chair in Art, advocates globally for inclusive AI globally. She is a 2021 United States Artist Fellow and Knight Arts & Tech Fellow, wi...2024-05-1618 min
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: Elisa Giardina PapaElisa Giardina Papa’s was part of Debates in AI's AI and the Artist panel. Elisa's research-driven art practice seeks forms of knowledge and desire that have been disqualified and rendered nonsensical by hegemonic demands for order and legibility. Through critical yet poetic framing, she works across large-scale video installation, experimental films, and AI-based art projects to draw attention to those parts of our lives which remain radically unruly, untranslatable, and incomputable. Her work has been exhibited at the 59th Venice Biennale, MoMA, Whitney Museum, Martin-Gropius-Bau Berlin, ICA London, Vienna Secession, among others. Giardina Papa is Assistant Professor of Mode...2024-05-1614 min
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: Trevor PaglenIn this episode you’ll hear from the artist Trevor Paglen. Trevor is a multidisciplinary artist known for blending image-making, sculpture, journalism and engineering into his work. His art, which explores themes like state secrecy and artificial intelligence, has been exhibited globally, including at the Smithsonian Museum of American Art and the Barbican Centre. Notably, Paglen launched an artwork into orbit and contributed to the Oscar-winning film Citizenfour. He has also created public art for Fukushima’s exclusion zone. Paglen’s contributions to investigative journalism and art have been recognized with awards like the Electronic Frontier Foundation’s Pioneer Award an...2024-05-1621 min
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: What's Work Got to do With It PanelAuthor Brian Merchant ("Blood in the Machine: The Origins of the Rebellion Against Big Tech") and artist/journalist Molly Crabapple ("Brothers of the Gun" and "Drawing Blood") in conversation with Eric Telfort (Department Head, RISD Illustration) at RISD's Debates in AI symposium. To watch talks from the two-day symposium, head over to AI-Debates.risd.edu. You can also listen to each of them wherever you find your podcasts. Support for the event was from the Divisions of Liberal Arts, Experimental and Foundation Studies, and Architecture & Design, as well as the Fleet Library and the Center for...2024-05-1628 min
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: Eric TelfortEric Telfort was part of Debates in AI first panel, What's Work Got to Do With It. Eric is an illustrator and fine artist who earned his BFA in Illustration from RISD and, after working as a production artist in the video game industry, an MFA from the New York Academy of Art. Telfort has lectured throughout the US and internationally in Zimbabwe, where he was a Visual Arts Initiative artist in residence. In 2019, he received a Robert and Margaret MacColl Johnson Fellowship to explore creativity in poverty and pursue a personal, independent visual novel. He is an associate...2024-05-1614 min
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: Brian MerchantIn this episode you’ll hear from the writer Brian Merchant who was the first Debates in AI panel, “What’s Work Got to Do With It?” Brian Merchant, a technology journalist and former tech columnist at the LA Times, is widely recognized for his insightful analysis of automation, labor and technology’s environmental impact. Merchant is author of the bestselling The One Device (Little, Brown and Company, 2017) and most recently Blood in the Machine: The Origins of the Rebellion Against Big Tech (Little, Brown and Company, 2023). This new book explores the Luddites’ misunderstood uprising and the modern implications of tech depl...2024-05-1614 min
RISD Debates in AIRISD Debates in AI: Molly CrabappleIn this episode you’ll hear from the artist Molly Crabapple who was on Debates in AI first panel, “What’s Work Got to Do With It?” Molly’s written and illustrated for the New York Times, New York Review of Books, Vanity Fair, and so many more. Last year, she told us about the time she took a whirl on the text to image generator Dall-e. She typed in: Syrian city destroyed by war drawn by Molly Crabapple. And all of a sudden drawings popped up that looked like half-baked versions of her work. Seeing these image...2024-05-1612 minArtscapeStudent-curated Black Biennial breaks down walls between RISD and the community
The RISD Black Biennial features the work of 68 artists who are either connected to RISD or the greater Providence area and are from the African diaspora. The show’s theme is “Sonder,” a relatively new word meaning “the realization that everyone, including strangers, has a life as complex as one's own.”
The post Student-curated Black Biennial breaks down walls between RISD and the community appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.2024-05-0902 minArtscapeTsugumi Maki envisions a RISD Museum that is more welcoming and inclusiveTsugumi Maki is the new director of the RISD Museum. Morning Host Luis Hernandez talked with Maki about her vision for the institution. "Museums are at a crossroads," she said. "There are so many museums that are becoming less and less relevant to people and audiences. And what we need to do as institutions is to create opportunities for people to come where they feel like they belong in a museum right now."
The post Tsugumi Maki envisions a RISD Museum that is more welcoming and inclusive appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.2023-11-0202 min
Made With: A RISD Student’s Guide to StuffEpisode 14: Made With SilenceThe final episode of “Made With” looks at the removal of any material at all: the use of silence in art. How does one talk about silence? How do we see and hear it? This episode approaches silence in an infertile, uncentered, uneven, dissociate, and unreasonable manner. It focuses on the work of Giorgio de Chirico, Doris Salcedo, and Cao Fei, and features an interview with a RISD student currently studying Film, Animation, and Video department. This episode is presented by Amber Liu.
2023-08-2216 minMade With: A RISD Student’s Guide to StuffEpisode 13: Made With PixelsThe pixel is ubiquitous but, arguably, immaterial. Or is it? This episode looks at digital art and asks the question of how it might be considered a medium in its own right in the age of AI and ChatGPT. It features an interview with Griffin Smith, a RISD critic affiliated with the Computation, Technology, and Culture concentration, as well as an extended look at the work of Nam June Paik. This episode is presented by Evan Li.
2023-08-1521 minMade With: A RISD Student’s Guide to StuffEpisode 12: Made With ScentCan you smell a work of art? This episode looks at the long and complex history of scent and smell in art. We consider the use of air and olfactory materials in Marcel Duchamp’s work, as well as a range of contemporary practices. The episode concludes with an interview with Victor Rivera-Díaz, a graduate of RISD’s Nature–Culture–Sustainability Studies program and current Research Assistant at Anicka Yi Studio, New York City. This episode is presented by Yuting Wang.
2023-08-0815 minMade With: A RISD Student’s Guide to StuffEpisode 11: Made With TeethTeeth can be signals of wealth, receptors of pain, or a medium for bodily adornment, and this episode foregrounds the intersection between class, race, and nationality when it comes to our mouths. It features an interview Regina Gutierrez, a Sculpture student at RISD, as well as a consideration of the work of RISD alum Janine Antoni, who treats the mouth as a sculpting tool in ways that complicate the expectations of gender-based labor. This episode is presented by Katherine Fu.
2023-08-0115 minMade With: A RISD Student’s Guide to StuffEpisode 9: Made With Found ObjectsCan an everyday object become a work of art? This episode looks at the alchemy of the “found object,” from Marcel Duchamp’s iconoclastic use of the readymade to Amalia Pica’s contemporary use of found materials to critique and question Argentine politics. It features an interview with RISD student and fashion designer Izaak Hernandez, who studies Textiles and advocates for the communicative powers of garbage. This episode is presented by Leslie Gonzalez.
2023-07-1815 minMade With: A RISD Student’s Guide to StuffEpisode 8: Made With ElectroformingThe intersection of metal and printmaking forms the basis for this episode, which focuses on the technique of electroforming. In an extended conversation with RISD Printmaking MFA student Isabelle Ghanayem, the ecological and ethical dimensions of electroforming take center stage, from its potential toxicity to its geopolitical implications. This episode is presented by Beth Nguyen.
2023-07-1141 minMade With: A RISD Student’s Guide to StuffEpisode 7: Made With Copper Wire YarnsCopper wire yarns, a specialized form of yarn used to develop charged textiles, are very common in clothing, furniture, wound dressings, and more, and this episode examines the interconnected histories of copper mining and textile design. We look at the work of Peruvian artist Ximena Garrido-Lecca, whose work foregrounds the tension between tradition and industry, and speak with RISD Dean of Fine Arts and textile designer Brooks Hagan. This episode is presented by Yukti Agarwal.
2023-07-0531 minMade With: A RISD Student’s Guide to StuffEpisode 5: Made With GlassGlass has been used and produced by humans for over six thousand years. This episode examines glass both as natural and manufactured material, from ancient beads to medieval stained glass to the contemporary work of Philadelphia-based glass artist Judith Schaechter. A conversation with contemporary glass artist Koda Tousignant, who is pursuing a double major in Glass and Printmaking at RISD, rounds out this deep dive into the world of glass. This episode is presented by Hili Slav.
2023-06-2017 minMade With: A RISD Student’s Guide to StuffEpisode 4: Made With EarthEarth was the first, and perhaps most universal, building material. In this episode we consider various histories, uses of the earth, with particular attention to Indigenous practices and understandings. This episode looks at the Marfa-based bohemian hotel brand El Cosmico, and it includes an extended interview with Peter Dean, Senior Critic in Furniture Design and faculty affiliated with RISD Nature–Culture–Sustainability Studies. This episode is presented by Ben Roland.
2023-06-1325 minMade With: A RISD Student’s Guide to StuffEpisode 3: Made With InkInk is used to create words, characters, and images on a variety of supports, but what about ink itself? We look at the multifaceted history of ink, including the work of contemporary Chinese painter Nan Qi, who pushes the boundaries of ink and xuan rice paper into the digital era. The episode closes with an interview with Celine Lam, a current student at RISD who is studying Painting. This episode is presented by Michelle Tan.
2023-06-0617 minMade With: A RISD Student’s Guide to StuffEpisode 2: Made With PaperPaper is one of the first materials we get to know as children. This episode considers paper through the lens of children’s play and education. We’ll hear about the life and work of Marion Nichols, the “Snowflakey Lady” from St. Louis whose complex paper-based snowflake designs have enchanted generations, and we’ll talk to Jinghong Cheng, a RISD senior in Illustration who works with cut paper in producing artist books. This episode is presented by Lydia Pinkhassik.
2023-05-3017 minMade With: A RISD Student’s Guide to StuffEpisode 1: Made With LeatherLeather is everywhere, and has been for thousands of years. But what goes into the production of leather, and how is it used today? This episode examines the history of tanning, with a look at the fashion designs Matthieu Blazy of Bottega Veneta, and an interview with Min-Wei Ang, who is a fifth-year architecture student at RISD working with leather. This episode is presented by Leevi Wadzinski.
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rizdeologyS3E2: Planting Roots in ProvidenceThe in-between where Providence shines. And with Spring upon us, it's a good time to think about transitions. Students graduate, new students file in, and the faculty and staff that make this school work rotate. Amidst all this change, it may be hard to see Providence as our home. Let's shift our perspective: how can we give back?Music by Chad CrouchReach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry Pont. Graphic design by Aanya Arora.Produced in collaboration with...2023-03-3025 min
Pulling on the ThreadHuma Bhabha and Shahzia SikanderHuma mentioned her exhibition with the painter Michael Williams at David Kordasky in LA. The installation is a wonderful balance between the paintings and sculptural works. Shahzia has just finished a massive project called Havah…to breathe, air, life, in Madison Square Park and the nearby Courthouse of the Appellate Division, First Department of the Supreme Court of the State of New York. The installation is on view for the next five months. Shahzia's Instagram pageHuma’s gallery pageMore about RISD Limited Editions here. Click through to see the prints that Hu...2023-02-2350 minArtscapeRISD’s new president is a poet with a passion for the arts and education
Crystal Williams envisions a RISD that’s more inclusive and accessible – and tuition-free.
The post RISD’s new president is a poet with a passion for the arts and education appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.2023-02-0202 min
rizdeologyS3E1: Secrets of the Old LibraryWhat once was a center of student gathering and collaborative learning is now a shell of itself. But looking closer, vestiges of its tumultuous history can be found. Behind locked doors, nestled in heating vents, or dangling from the ceiling. Are these symptomatic of neglect? Or opportunity? Professor and poet Mairead Byrne shows us the covert magic of the Old Library.Some sound effects by BBCMusic by Chad CrouchWinter 2023Reach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry...2023-01-2718 min
RISD Treasure Tuesday50 Strategies to Boost Cognitive Engagement Session Review with Melissa Walls Ep. 25Welcome back to the Treasure Tuesday Podcast. I'm your host Willie Thomas and I had the great pleasure of sitting down with Robinson ISD' Core Curriculum Specialist, Melissa Walls. Melissa shares with us a little bit about her session she did during the RISD Summit over the book, 50 Strategies to Boost Cognitive Engagement. Come hear some of her favorite strategies and how they can be applied to all content areas in any classroom.
Melissa Walls - Email: melissa.walls@robinson.k12.tx.us
Twitter: @LitArtie
Willie Thomas: Twitter @wilthomas3
50 Strategies to B...2022-10-3116 min
rizdeologyS3E0: Defining a CommunityHow do you define the RISD community? In this episode, we went to the RISD Beach and asked students to offer their perspectives. This season, we want to explore what "community" means at this school through student spaces on campus and the community members supporting them. Email us at rizdeology@risd.eduProduced by Olivia Schroder, Sofia Carrera-Britten, and Zora GambergMusic by Podington BearSponsored by the Fleet Library at RISDReach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing b...2022-10-2618 min
rizdeologyTransition Episode: Michael Farris & Olivia SchroderIntroducing the next host of rizdeology, Olivia Schroder. Reach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry Pont. Graphic design by Aanya Arora.Produced in collaboration with the Fleet Library at RISD2022-06-0315 min
Pulling on the ThreadRyan Cunningham and Colin HealeyRyan and Colin are both graduates of the Film Animation and Video department and talked about the inherently collaborative nature of film and television. In the Cards at the Tribeca Film Festival Colin on Instagram Running Man, Ryan’s post-production company Ryan on Instagram
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2022-05-1635 min
Pulling on the ThreadWayne FaucherWayne’s Instagram page Wayne’s Facebook page A list of Wayne’s work at Marvel See Wayne in person at the 3 Rivers Comic Con June 4 & 5, 2022
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2022-05-0928 min
Pulling on the ThreadPippi ZornozaThe Wedding Cake House operates as a bed and breakfast and artist's residency. The house is full of custom wallpaper, tile installations and contemporary works on paper. Read more about the house here.See Pippi's work here.The Wedding Cake House's Instagram where you can see renovations to the space as well as artists-in-residence.Learn more about The Dirt Palace.Click here to book a stay at the Wedding Cake House!
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2022-05-0236 min
Pulling on the ThreadJordan SeaberryHis painting, The Wanderer, was acquired by the RISD Museum in 2017. Seaberry works as the co-director of the US Department of Arts and Culture, a nonprofit grassroots organization that fosters a culture of empathy and equity through the arts. Jordan's websiteInstagramThe Wanderer at the RISD Museum US Department of Arts and Cultureon Instagram We mentioned affinity groups on this episode, click here to learn more!
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2022-04-2531 min
rizdeologyS2E6: Cas HolmanOn this episode, we sat down with Cas Holman, world-renowned industrial designer and founder of Heroes Will Rise. We spoke about what inspires Cas, how to design with play in mind, and what it was like filming her season two Netflix episode, Abstract the art of design. Reach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry Pont. Graphic design by Aanya Arora.Produced in collaboration with the Fleet Library at RISD2022-04-2346 minPulling on the ThreadJazzmen Lee-Johnson and Henry Felton BrownThe two have collaborated on a new series of prints and talked about the process of transforming drawings and ideas into layered silkscreen prints. See more of Jazzmen’s work below https://www.jazzmenleejohnson.com/https://www.instagram.com/jazzleejohnson/ See more of Henry’s work below http://www.henryfeltonbrown.com/https://www.instagram.com/hankattak/ Salad Editionshttps://saladeditions.com/https://www.instagram.com/saladeditions/
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Pulling on the ThreadEmiko DaviesHer previous books , Florentine: The True Cuisine of Florence (2016), Acquacotta (2017), Tortellini at Midnight (2019) and Torta della Nonna (2021) all highlight regional cuisines of Italy where she settled after studying art conservation. Emiko’s website has more information about her cookbooks, her blog and some recipes to try out. Her Instagram page is full of fabulous food photos too! Order Cinnamon and Salt here! It will be released on May 31, 2022 but you can preorder a copy today.
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2022-04-1123 min
rizdeologyS2E5: Rodolphe El-Khoury, Hashim Sarkis, Nader TehraniOn this episode, I sat down with Rodolphe El-Khoury 86 BArch, Hashim Sarkis 85 BArch, Nader Tehrani 86 BArch. We spoke about how their friendship, formed in the RISD Architecture Department, led them to their current positions as the deans of the University of Miami School of Architecture, MIT School of Architecture and Planning, and The Cooper Union School of Architecture. We were curious if there was a special ingredient at RISD which produced three great leaders. And we even asked if they are interested in becoming the next department head at RISD Architecture...2022-04-1051 min
RISD Treasure TuesdayVirtual Conversation Session with Ron Clark Academy's Daniel Thompson: Ep.24Join us as we virtually sit down and have a Q/A session with Ron Clark Academy Science teacher and RISD Summit Keynote Speaker, Daniel Thompson. He gives us a sneak peek into his upcoming session this summer at the RISD Summit.2022-04-0830 minArtscapeRISD Black Biennial envelops the viewer with the work of nearly 80 artists
The First RISD Black Biennial opened recently at the RISD Museum in Providence, showcasing the works of nearly 80 artists. Artscape Producer James Baumgartner talked with the show’s co-curators.
The post RISD Black Biennial envelops the viewer with the work of nearly 80 artists appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.2022-03-3101 min
rizdeologyS2E4: Jess MyersOn this episode, I sat down with fellow podcaster Jess Myers. Jess is the recipient of the Race in Art and Design Cluster Hire in the Department of Architecture. We spoke about all things podcasting including some of her favorite episodes on her podcast Here There Be Dragons. If you are interested in learning more about podcasting, check out Jess's Narrative Audio & Sound Design workshops at the Fleet Library on March 8, 16, and 23rd. More info: tinyurl.com/fleetsoundReach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Ga...2022-03-1039 min
Pulling on the ThreadSeason III TrailerLearn more about RISD's Founders Day here
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2022-02-2701 minrizdeologyS2E3: John SmithOn this episode, I sat down with former RISD Museum Director John Smith. John served as director for 10 years and fundamentally altered the trajectory of the RISD Museum with major capital changes including the introduction of technology. We spoke about how the museum stays relevant to the RISD community, The repatriation of indigenous artifacts, and of course, the best-kept secrets in the RISD Museum. Reach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry Pont. Graphic design by Aanya Arora.Produced in collaboration with t...2022-01-241h 04
rizdeologyS2E2: Valeria AlbaniOn this episode, I sat down with Valeria Albani who recently left RISD after six years as the associate director at RISD 's Global Exchange department. We spoke about the similarities and differences of European and American higher education, RISD's European Honors Program, how virtual capabilities will create a more equitable global experience, and the unique ripple effect that happens when students return from a semester abroad. Reach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry Pont. Graphic design by Aanya Arora.Produced i...2021-11-1856 min
Pulling on the ThreadGráfica LatinaThe directory launched earlier this year and highlights artists, historical movements captured in print and a contemporary listing of designers currently practicing. The Gráfica Latina website is beautiful and well worth a look! This is the end of our second season and we want to hear from you! Click here for a short survey — your feedback will help us shape the upcoming episodes of our show. And remember, you can always reach us at alumni@risd.edu. Podcast Survey link Gráfica Latinahttps://www.instagram.com/graficalatina_/Jose...2021-11-0818 min
rizdeologyS2E1: Jim BarnesOn this episode, I sat down with the legendary architecture professor Jim Barnes. I spoke with Jim about what he's been up to since retirement. We discussed RISD's retirement policy during the COVID-19 pandemic and walked through Jim's most memorable moments over the last 50 years. Finally, we discussed why so many student-led initiatives never seem to last more than a couple of years. Reach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry Pont. Graphic design by Aanya Arora.Produced in collaboration with the F...2021-11-0557 min
Pulling on the ThreadJeff HannooshWe talked about Jeff’s journey from RISD to his current role including how he oversees and guides a team of creatives from idea inception to finished product.Here’s a link to the Light Rods collection from West ElmSee the REI x West Elm collaboration here@westelm
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2021-11-0123 min
Pulling on the ThreadLucia MongeWe talked about Lucia’s long running project, Plantón Móvil, a walking parade of plants that ends in the creation of a living greenspace. We also discussed Desbosque: desenterrando señales, a project using real time deforestation data and Unearthing Futures which sent potato seeds into space. More of Lucia's work here on her website.Plantón Móvil's homepage.More about Unearthing Futures, Lucia's collaboration with Xin Liu that sent potato seeds to space.Here's a link to the project we talked about using deforestation data.Foll...2021-10-2531 min
Pulling on the ThreadYelitsa Jean-CharlesYelista received the Emerging Leader Award earlier this year, which recognizes alumni who graduated within the past 10 years, who have made significant achievements and contributions to their profession and/or community, think boldly, mindfully and creatively, and have helped to create new fields of study or contributed to fundamental change in their area of practice. https://healthyrootsdolls.com/Healthy Roots Dolls on InstagramRoom of Silence
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2021-10-1823 min
Pulling on the ThreadPriya HimatsingkaShe has a been a staple at the RISD Craft sales since participating in them as a student. Find more information about the new spring sale at risdcraft.com. More of Priya’s work below. https://www.himatsingkacollection.com/https://www.instagram.com/himatsingkajewelry/http://phfactorstore.com/
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2021-10-1022 min
Pulling on the ThreadShepard FaireyThe RISD Limited Editions sale starts this Friday, October 8th. There are 300 of each print available so make sure you’ve got the link. Visit alumni.risd.edu/limited-editions for more information. Find more of Shepard’s work below. https://www.instagram.com/obeygiant/https://obeygiant.com/
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2021-10-0429 minRISD Treasure TuesdayRISD Convocation 2021 Ep. 18I had some great conversations with some amazing educators who are ready to get the school year started at our 2021 RISD Convocation. 2021-08-2426 min
Pulling on the ThreadBecca BarnetBecca is the founding partner at Sisal Creative and the studio creates artistic installations and design for clients of all sizes. I talked to Becca about her background in taxidermy which the studio also specializes in. In addition to murals and interiors, she and partner, Kaleigh Hastings, also work in exhibition design. Becca's personal pageSisal Create homepageMaking It homepage
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2021-07-0528 min
rizdeologyS1E8: Willem Van LanckerOn this episode, I sat down with RISD Graphic Design Alumni Willem Van Lancker. Willem is a designer and entrepreneur who co-founded Oyster and today helps lead company incubation at Thrive Capital. We spoke about his advice to find intersections in your career as they often lead to the most creative outcomes, his role and passion for hospitality, and his bespoke career path since graduation. Reach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry Pont. Graphic design by Aanya Arora.Produced in collaboration wi...2021-07-0342 minRISD Treasure TuesdayRISD June Learning Summit Live Reflections: Ep.17I had a wonderful opportunity over the past two days to talk with several educators about their experiences at the RISD Learning Summit this year. I also spoke with a couple of presenters and got some in-depth insight into their presentations. If you did not get a chance to join us for this amazing event, you can listen to some of the takeaways that were shared from our amazing RISD educators.Willie Thomas @wilthomas32021-07-0239 min
Newsmakers | WPRI 12 News6/25/2021: RISD's Rosanne Somerson; Prov. student absenteeismThis week on the first half of Newsmakers: after seven years at the helm of the Rhode Island School of Design, Rosanne Somerson is stepping down at the end of June. Ted Nesi interviewed Somerson on the RISD campus, exploring the future of the school, the high cost of tuition, and the treasures in RISD's famous museum. Then, Target 12 Investigator Steph Machado joins Tim White and Ted Nesi to discuss her new report revealing that 60% of Providence public school students were considered chronically absent this year.
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Design BetterRosanne Somerson: A look inside RISD, one of America’s premier design schoolsShow notes: https://designbetterpodcast.com/p/rosanne-somersonIn its 144-year history, the Rhode Island School of Design—also known as RISD—has graduated numerous notable designers and creatives, from graphic designers Shepard Fairey and Tobias Frere-Jones, to painter Kara Walker, to cartoonist Roz Chast, to Airbnb co-founders Brian Chesky and Joe Gebbia.Rosanne Somerson became president of RISD in 2015 after a distinguished teaching career there (and after John Maeda’s departure). We speak with her about some of the common traits of RISDs most successful graduates. We also learn what she brings from her own studio...2021-06-2246 min
rizdeologyS1E7: Deborah BerkeOn this episode, I sat down with RISD Architecture alumna Deborah Berke, founder of Deborah Berke Architects and Dean of the Yale School of Architecture. We spoke about what life would be like living in year 1,000, the lack of optimism in retirement communities across the United States, and how her RISD education helped land her first job as a graphic designer at an engineering firm in New York City. Reach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry Pont. Graphic design by Aanya Arora.2021-06-0742 min
rizdeologyS1E6: John MaedaOn this episode, I sat down with former RISD President John Maeda. We spoke about how the 2008 global financial crisis shaped his presidency, the role social media and Twitter had on this international appearance, and his courage of conviction amidst pushback from RISD faculty and staff. Reach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry Pont. Graphic design by Aanya Arora.Produced in collaboration with the Fleet Library at RISD2021-05-1226 min
Pulling on the ThreadPolymode Their first series of classes focused on “Black Design in America”, highlighting histories and voices that are often overlooked in traditional design education.More about the BIPOC Design History series:https://bipocdesignhistory.com/https://www.instagram.com/bipocdesignhistory/https://twitter.com/BipocDesignMore about Polymode:https://www.polymode.studio/https://www.instagram.com/polymodestudio/Silas’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siborg81/Brian’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernjss/This is our last episode of our season! We’ve been gla...2021-04-2633 min
Pulling on the ThreadBob Dilworth"Silvy T." is 99 x 83 inches and completed in 2021. Bob originally meant to display this canvas before the pandemic but continued to work on it over the course of the last year. See more of Bob’s work here at his gallery, Cade Tompkins Projects in Providence, and follow him on Instagram.
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2021-04-1921 min
rizdeologyS1E5: Michael MaltzanOn this episode, I sat down with Michael Maltzan, RISD Architecture Alumni and founder of Michael Maltzan Architects in Los Angeles, California. We discussed how RISD taught him the fundamentals of how to see, his interest in the formation of The United States of America, and how growing up in the post war suburb of Levittown, Long Island led him to yearn for a life out west. Reach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry Pont. Graphic design by Aanya Arora.Produced in...2021-04-1837 min
Pulling on the ThreadJill GreenbergJill's newest series of paintings will be on display from September 10-24, 2022 at BAU-XI GALLERY in Toronto, Onatario.Find more of Jill’s work below. https://www.jillgreenberg.com/https://www.instagram.com/jill.greenberg/https://bau-xi.com/collections/jill-greenbergWe talked about NFTs in this episode and the RISD Alumni Association and RISD Parents Association is hosting a great panel discussion on May 5th that’s free and open to the public. Click here for more information and to register.
Pulling on the ThreadRIS...2021-04-1222 min
rizdeologyS1E4: Julie Mehretu & Benjamin EdwardsOn this episode, I sat down with Julie Mehretu & Benjamin Edwards from the RISD painting class of 1997. We spoke about the risk of RISD's increasing tuition, the advice & mentorship of a life changing faculty member, and their thoughts on the newest art form to hit the market: Non-Fungible Tokens (NFT's).Reach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry Pont. Graphic design by Aanya Arora.Produced in collaboration with the Fleet Library at RISD2021-04-0748 min
Pulling on the ThreadRose B. SimpsonWe spent most of this episode talking about "Maria", an El Camino that Rose refurbished in 2014. Rose has a major new commission of work on view now through June at SCAD called "Countdown" and is preparing for residencies and two large solo exhibitions this year at the University of New Mexico Art Museum, Albuquerque, NM and the Nevada Museum of Art, Reno, NV.
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2021-04-0531 min
rizdeologyS1E3: Andrew MartinezOn this episode, I interviewed Andrew Martinez, RISD Archivist. We discussed how RISD catalogs, stores and documents everything from the board of trustees' minutes to student drawings dating back to 1877. We also discussed the important work Andrew is doing to orally record all 50 faculty and staff who decided to retire due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Finally, I inquired how RISD purchased the Market House building for $10.00 back in 1948. Reach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry Pont. Graphic design by Aanya Arora.P...2021-03-2947 min
Pulling on the ThreadAngela GuzmanAngela has a long career in Silicon Valley, working at Airbnb, Google and Apple where she co-designed the first set of emoji. She is working on a children's book about that process while continuing to grow and expand Tijiko. Think you recognize the found sound from this week's episode? Comment on the @risdalumni page with your guess of where on the RISD campus I was!
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2021-03-2933 min
Pulling on the ThreadRoz ChastHer work is frequently featured in The New Yorker and she has written and illustrated numerous books. Roz is currently represented by the Carol Corey Fine Art gallery. You can see more of her day to day work on her Instagram page and at her website. Think you recognize the found sound from this week's episode? Comment on the @risdalumni page with your guess!
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2021-03-2926 min
rizdeologyS1E2: Mike FinkLongest serving faculty member in the history of Rhode Island School of Design, Mike Fink discusses how he single handedly saved Carr House Cafe, his hope to become the next RISD president and his love for South Park. Please excuse the audio quality as Mike's wonderful beard slightly interfered with the microphone. Reach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry Pont. Graphic design by Aanya Arora.Produced in collaboration with the Fleet Library at RISD2021-03-0639 min
Pulling on the ThreadIntroducing Pulling on the ThreadOur first season of Pulling on the Thread will launch on March 29th with our first two episodes and new interviews will be released on Mondays. Hosted by Lois Harada PR 2010 (drawn above by Suerynn Lee PR 2012).
Pulling on the ThreadRISD Alumni on Instagram2021-02-2600 min
rizdeologyS1E1: Laura Browne & Stephen McCaugheySenior library assistants, Laura Browne and Stephen McCaughey discuss the the impact of COVID-19, the secret vault hidden below Fleet Library and debated killing spiders. Reach us on Instagram @rizdeologySeason 3 produced by Olivia Schroder and Zora Gamberg. Sound editing by Harry Pont. Graphic design by Aanya Arora.Produced in collaboration with the Fleet Library at RISD2021-02-1243 minRISD Treasure TuesdayCreative Coding through the content with BrainPop Ep.12In this episode I sit down with RISD Curriculum Specialist Leslie Rowe and talk about how you can utilize the creative coding features located within BrianPop to bring coding right into your content area. We talk about lesson creation and utilizing the lesson content that BrainPop already has for you in a clean easy to use user interface. If you have any more questions or would like some one-on-one coaching to help get this going in your classroom don't be afraid to hit us up on our social media platforms. Happy listening!Leslie Rowe Twitter: @l...2020-12-0622 minRISD Treasure TuesdayFlipgrid's New Features Unpacked: Ep.11In this episode of the RISD Treasure Tuesday podcast we are sitting down with our returning guest and resident Flipgrid Ambassador, Heather Cain. She takes us through all the new Flipgrid features available for you and your students and how she utilizes them in her classroom. Be sure to follow Heather Cain on Twitter and get a closer look at how Flipgrid amplifies student voice in her classroom.Flipgrid Blog Post: https://blog.flipgrid.com/newsletter Heather Cain: https://twitter.com/mrsheathercainWillie Thomas: https://twitter.com/wilthomas3 2020-11-0521 minRISD Treasure TuesdayRobinson Education Foundation Ep. 10Welcome back to the RISD Treasure Tuesday Podcast episode 10. In this episode we sit down with Assistant Superintendent, Colette Pledger, and discuss all the great ways that the Robinson Education Foundation supports innovative instruction in the classroom. Hear about how it all began and how the very funds that are raised by our educators and community directly have a positive impact on classroom instruction. Check out the links below to find out more information about the foundation and how you can support the cause.Robinson Education Foundation: https://www.risdweb.org/o/education-foundationREF Twitter: h...2020-10-3119 minRISD Treasure TuesdayRISD Employee Assistance Program Ep. 7Welcome to our first episode of season two of the RISD Treasure Tuesday Podcast. In our first episode we sat down with Stacey Proctor, Chief Financial Officer and Angela Bettinger, Payroll Coordinator for the district. They shared all the available benefits that you have here as an employee of Robinson ISD that are provided through the Employee Assistance Program. There are many different free resources that you can take advantage of today. To learn more, check out the episode and the links below so that you won't miss out on everything that is provide for you here at RISD!Plan Inf...2020-10-0614 minRISD Treasure TuesdayFinding Buried Treasure with Flipgrid (Advanced) ep. 6In this episode, I sit down with 5th grade Math teachers, Heather Cain and Meredith Lutz as they take us on a treasure hunt through how they utilize the advanced features of Flipgrid in their classrooms. Learn about creating a Fliphunt, the new rubrics features and what it takes to become a Flipgrid Ambassador.Meredith Lutz @MsMeredithLutz1Heather Cain @MrsHeatherCainTreasure Tuesday Flipgrid Presentationhttps://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1z7gKiUFIpkZcle8tPzavpk9UHEQnXcspSAT-yd8wuj8/edit?usp=sharingCreating My Fliphunthttps://docs.google.com/document/d/10...2020-03-0319 minRISD Treasure TuesdayTreasure Tuesday: CAST Your Sails in Science ep. 5In this episode, I sit down with my co-host, Leslie Rowe and the Science teachers who attended the Science CAST Conference this year. They share their experiences and learning from the conference with us and Science tools and resources that they shared during their Treasure Tuesday session. Check out the links below for helpful tips and tricks shared during this podcast episode.Challenge SitesClimate change-Unitedsciplus.comNeed.orgFollow Kesler Science professional learning network on Facebook2020-02-2620 minRISD Treasure TuesdayTCEA: The Principal Experience ep. 4In this episode we sit down with the Robinson Primary and Elementary principals, Missy Zacharias and Shelly Chudej as they share their TCEA 2020 Conference experience. They talk about the reasons behind the sessions they choose to go to that help support their campus goals. Check out all the different resources and tools that were shared during this episode.Tools and Resources Newline Interactive Displays Oktopus - Interactive Whiteboard Software Genially - Presentation creation Mindfulness Adobe Spark - Post, Page, Video Filpgrid - Promoting Student Voice Apple Teacher2020-02-1821 minRISD Treasure TuesdayInterview with 6th Grade Math Teacher Camila Montelongo ep. 3I sit down with new RISD teacher, Camila Montelongo and talk about what it is to be a new teacher here at Robinson ISD.2020-02-1113 minRISD Treasure TuesdayRISD Treasure Tuesday: Video Integration in the Classroom ep. #2Video can be engaging, time saving, and memorable. With the integration of video into your classroom, teachers can be interactive, personalized, and unforgettable as they deliver content to their students. In this episode, I go through some video integration tools that we shared at our first Treasure Tuesday of the year. Below you can click on the link to get the full presentation from that weeks session.Let video help you reach beyond the four walls of your classroom and empower our students with the tools to explain their learning through their voice.L...2020-01-2815 min
RISD Treasure TuesdayRISD Treasure Tuesday: Room Transformation ep. #1Treasure Tuesday Room Transformation presenters Anne-Marie Gladden, Cassidy Gibbs, and Amy Thomas share their experience at the national Get Your Teach On conference that they attended this past summer. They will also share how they have used the classroom learning strategy, room transformation to take their classroom learning and engagement to the next level.Room Transformations Presentation2020-01-2114 min
HyperallergicThe Realities Facing Art Schools Today: A Conversation With RISD President Rosanne SomersonThe Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) was founded by women over a century ago, and it continues to be one of the leading art schools in the United States. Its current president, Rosanne Somerson, who is also an accomplished furniture designer, stopped by to talk about the institution and how it has pivoted to stay on top of the field, while serving an increasingly diverse student body.We also discuss the RISD Museum and its recent attempt to repatriate an item in its collection, the financial realities that face students, and how arts education can help...2019-11-2049 min
Rich Talk with the Richardson ChamberRISD begins trades career readiness academyWe sat down with Sari McCoy and Creighton Bryan to talk about how RISD has taken on the trades and technical fields in preparing students for careers where they'll be ready to work or continue college as soon as they graduate. Find out what they're doing and how you can partner in their efforts.2019-10-2324 min