Events Open to the Public

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ºÚÁÏÀÏ˾»ú offers numerous events throughout the year for the public to enjoy. Our well-known performing arts program brings music, theatre, and dance performances of the highest quality, and our Bannister Gallery features exhibitions by local, regional and international artists. We also hold conferences, programs, and of course admissions events, intended for the public. For athletics matches please view .
 

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Dr. Linford Fisher, professor of history at Brown University

The Hidden Story of Indigenous Slavery in U.S. History

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Join us for a presentation by Linford Fisher, professor of history at Brown University.

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Social Work MSW Virtual Workshop - November

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  • Virtual / Online

Join us virtually to learn about the Social Work MSW program and application process. Application fee waivers are available. Plan to attend and !

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Fall Open House

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See all that ºÚÁÏÀÏ˾»ú has to offer at Fall Open House. Make sure to secure your spot by October 28.

Collage work with old family photographs and bright yellow, red, orange, and green colors

Mahler Ryder: Interrupted Inheritance

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  • Bannister Gallery in Roberts Hall

This exhibition presents the work of Mahler B. Ryder alongside reflections by his daughter, Ulli K. Ryder, in a dialogue between visual and written expression, between parent and child, and between the living and the dead. Join us for an opening reception on Thursday, November 12, from 4-7 PM in Bannister Gallery.

Members of the ºÚÁÏÀÏ˾»ú Chorus in black attire holding songbooks

Carols and Light

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Join us for a performance by the ºÚÁÏÀÏ˾»ú Chorus.

World Languages Education Fall Workshop

ºÚÁÏÀÏ˾»ú World Languages Education Fall Workshop

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Join us for "Embracing our students' languages: resisting ideocide" by Dr. Noelia Sánchez-Walker, Yale University.

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Apply to ºÚÁÏÀÏ˾»ú for Free Day - Online Event

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One Day Only – Monday, November 16, 2026! Join students from across Rhode Island on November 16 and apply free to ºÚÁÏÀÏ˾»ú!

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Why Do 70% of Americans Think We’re Going in the Wrong Direction?

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This free Presidential Forum, presented by ºÚÁÏÀÏ˾»ú and Ocean State Media, will explore higher education, the news media, and the crisis of public trust. 

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Nursing RN to BSN Virtual Info Session – November

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  • Virtual / Online

Join us to find out if our RN to BSN program is the right fit for you. Earn your bachelor's degree on a path built for working nurses, and open the door to new roles, leadership opportunities, and career growth.

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Grad Studies Expo

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Advance Your Career with a Grad Degree from ºÚÁÏÀÏ˾»ú! Explore our graduate programs, connect with faculty and career experts, and get valuable firsthand insights into graduate study at ºÚÁÏÀÏ˾»ú. Receive a $50 application fee waiver!