Events and Webinars
Our informational programming for incoming students offers a closer look at our community and a forum for you to ask any questions you may have. The past webinars you’ll find below will also introduce you to the resources you’ll discover on campus.
Upcoming events
Apr 1
The RISD Career Center
6–7 pm
Join RISD Careers Director Kevin Jankowski for an info-packed session about how our career center prepares you for internships and careers. Learn about our global network of industry leaders and the programs you can access as a RISD student.
Apr 4
First-generation to College Pre-Orientation Program (FGC POP)
6-7 pm
Join the Intercultural Student Engagement (ISE) and Admissions Offices to learn more about First Generation to College student resources at RISD. We will discuss our First-Generation to College Pre-Orientation Program (FGC POP), and Project Thrive.
Apr 10
International Student Experience
7:30-8:30 am
Join Admissions and International Student and Scholar Affairs to learn all the ways RISD supports our international students from the visa process to your time on campus.
Apr 12
Admitted Students Day
9 am–4 pm
We invite you to attend Admitted Students Day—an opportunity to visit our campus in person to learn more about RISD. The day’s agenda offers a broad look at our institution, including studio events, tours of living spaces, student panel discussion, opportunities to explore our resources and more.
To register, log into your portal using the link below.
Apr 17
Meet Student Financial Services
6-7 pm
RISD’s Student Financial Services Office (SFS) works with students and families to reach the shared goal of preparing and educating creative individuals who aspire to make a meaningful contribution to our world. Our staff is here to help you seek, obtain and make the best use of all resources available to help finance the costs associated with attending RISD.
Join representatives from Financial Aid, Student Account, and Student Employment to answer your questions and provide helpful information as you finalize your RISD financing plan and make your RISD enrollment decision.
Apr 19
Admitted Students Day
9 am–4 pm
We invite you to attend Admitted Students Day—an opportunity to visit our campus in person to learn more about RISD. The day’s agenda offers a broad look at our institution, including studio events, tours of living spaces, student panel discussion, opportunities to explore our resources and more.
To register, log into your portal using the link below.
Info session recordings
How to support your child admitted to art school
Parents, guardians and instructors—do you wonder how you can support your child now that they have been admitted to RISD? In this webinar, we'll chat about portfolio building, resources and more. This is a great opportunity to get advice directly from RISD Admissions.