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Facts

Best Things

  1. The versatility and originality of art and design projects
  2. The growth in the way one develops an idea and its construction
  3. The professors
  4. Preparation for future careers
  5. The resources available via RISD Museum, the library, and connections with other art institutions in the U.S. and other countries
  6. Balance between liberal arts and art/design
  7. Close connection with Brown University
  8. An eclectic and unique student body
  9. Student galleries and shows
  10. Studio and academic facilities

Worst Things

  1. A large workload
  2. Stinginess in financial aid
  3. There's no official double-major program
  4. The segregation among departments
  5. A lethargic reaction to extracurricular activities
  6. The distance between campus buildings, especially with the hill
  7. Tuition
  8. Signing up for classes (especially for wintersession)
  9. The competitiveness
  10. Laundry machines

Most Recent Contributing Author

Name: Helen Koh
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Major: Graphic Design/Painting

Helen is very good at sandwich making.

Contributing Author Internship

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