2008-2009 marked the first attempt to build a cross-campus dialogue around a specific theme, working with students, faculty and staff to integrate these conversations into the classroom and extracurricular activities. A full report of the activities contained within the initiative can be accessed here, including the Free Food 4 Thought dinners (with creative cuisine by RISD Catering), cross-programming with Foundation Studies, English Department, the RISD Film Series, Brown's John Nicolas Brown Center for Public Humanities, and more.
At the closing reception on Wednesday, the co-sponsors of the Nelson Mandela Initiative, the Office of International Programs, the Office of Multicultural Affairs and RISD | Public Engagement announced the launch of the 2009-2010 initiative: The Year Of Providence. This year-long acknowledgement of place and concept will kick off next September with an exhibition of Latino(a) artists at the Ewing House. Featuring work by three RISD students, three RISD faculty and 3 local artists, this exhibition encapsulates the spirit of the initiative, to connect RISD to the rich diversity of the larger Providence community, giving voice to lesser known histories of this city and its residents.
To find out how to get involved in this initiative, feel free to contact RISD | Public Engagement over the summer at 401-427-6906.
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