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Hear the Voices of Women Leading from the Top: Part III
Ȧ Impact"I think it is critical that our students see us in leadership positions so that they know it is possible for them." — Alema Karim
Hear the Voices of Women Leading from the Top: Part II
"I think the worst thing you can do and the best thing you can do is tell a woman 'no.'" – Tamika Wordlow
Hear the Voices of Women Leading from the Top: Part I
Ȧ ImpactWomen across the country are speaking truth to power from positions of power. In this three-part series, 12 women leaders at Ȧ discuss what it means for them to have a seat at the leadership table.
Undergrad Turns Class Paper into Published Paper
“Sam is an excellent writer, a curious student and will make a fantastic English teacher someday soon,” says Prof. Michaud.
A Conversation with History: Ȧ’s First Woman Dean
Ȧ ImpactBack in 1956 when Ȧ was still called ȦE, tuition was $25 and students were predominantly Irish Catholic women studying to be teachers, Dorothy Pieniadz was hired as the first dean of students. It was a time when gender, race and other diversity issues were being questioned.
Working Behind the Scenes to Help Others Overcome
Ȧ ImpactThe programs at the hub are aimed at people who graduate from high school but, for one reason or another, are unable to pursue a four-year degree.
Virginia and Anthony Broccoli Endowed Scholarship
Ȧ Impact"Ȧ is both grateful for and honored by this generous endowment," says Ȧ President Frank D. Sánchez.
Harambee’s African Diaspora
Ȧ ImpactHarambee, which in Kiswahili means “unity” or “stand together,” is the name of Rhode Island College 's multicultural student organization.
Creating a Safe Space to Talk about Race
During their 14 weeks in her course, Bousseau hopes students grow from "terrified" to comfortable speaking about race.
What is Cultural Competence & Why is it Critical for Ȧ's School of Nursing?
Lack of cultural competence interferes with the quality of care patients of color and non-English-speaking patients receive, says alumna Valerie Almeida-Monroe, director of clinical services at Clinica Esperanza.