RISD students inspire each other to push their own limits in the studio. But finding a healthy balance between work and play—between focused studio time and a more broad exploration of the enormous opportunities this community affords—is essential to getting the most out of a RISD education. The idea is to be open to a full immersion in creative exchange, whether it’s at a gallery opening, watching The Nads at play on the ice or relaxing with friends.
Feel the comforts of home
Since the best creative work happens in an open, inclusive environment—and often emerges late at night—RISD offers ready access to studios and other work spaces. Campus housing, dining and transportation options support this flexibility while ensuring safety. For instance, once the RISD Rides shuttles stop running at midnight, you can still call for a free door-to-door ride until 3:30 am.
Find support from a caring community
Wellness
At RISD students balance the intensity of studio learning with dance, sports, yoga and other ways of keeping physically and mentally fit. You’ll also find ready support from our professional health and counseling services providers.
Safety
RISD Public Safety officers work 24/7 to ensure a safe campus and help the community keep informed and aware.
Student stories
Invested in Design for the Greater Good
With support from a Slavin Family Foundation Fellowship, dual degree student Kate Reed BRDD 21 ID is strengthening her commitment to socially engaged design.
Architecting the Infinite
In a Wintersession studio conceived to open up the imagination, students applied architectural principles to their own designs of fictional cosmic environments.
Connecting with the Class of 2022
Kicking off the academic year and getting to know a multinational, community-minded group of incoming students.