A History of Growth
ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ started in 1956 as a junior college inside the Broad Street YMCA in Providence. We now offer more than 75 programs on two campuses.
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The ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ Mission is Preparing Future Leaders and Innovators for a Rapidly Changing World
The ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ Vision
At ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ (ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´), we empower students to become successful leaders and innovators in today’s dynamic and competitive landscape. Our unique educational approach emphasizes original research, engaged learning, and hands-on experiences through apprenticeships, practicums, and clinical opportunities. These real-world experiences, both on and off-campus, ensure that our students are career-ready and equipped to thrive immediately in the workforce while laying the foundation for ongoing career advancement.
ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ Core Values
We embed our core values and institutional mission into every aspect of ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. By seeking interdisciplinary connections and developing innovative ideas, we transform these insights into collective action, strengthening our capabilities and guiding ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ in exciting new directions. Discover how we are transforming ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ into a more distinctive, resilient, and enduring institution, dedicated to preparing our graduates for success in their careers and contributions to society.
These core values will help us to achieve our institutional mission – to build the university the world needs now.
- We will meet the educational needs of a diverse, multigenerational community of learners.
- We will work with local and global communities to address problems that matter most to society.
- We will provide transformative educational experiences to all students, enabling them to fulfill their potential as lifelong learners, professionals, and citizens.
- We will create a community in which diversity is visible in its population and culture, and by implementing explicit institution-wide practices that advance equity and belonging.
- We will commit to ongoing collaborations that promote education, inquiry, and the implementation of sustainable practices, enhancing both human and environmental well-being on our campuses and within our communities.
- We will be financially accessible to all who aspire to a ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ education.
The ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ Difference
The ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ Difference is defined by what distinguishes our students: engaging in real-world learning, leveraging powerful combinations of experiences, and recognizing the significance of location to help you soar like a hawk.
Explore the DifferenceÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ is a Top Ranked University
#1
Bristol was ranked the Safest College Town in the U.S. by in 2022
#35
Best Regional University
in the Northeast
#1
Best Online Colleges
in Rhode Island by in their 2024 rankings
Strategic Action Plan
With our unique mix of liberal arts and professional programs, top-notch faculty, the state’s only law school, and hubs of innovation in Providence and Bristol, Rhode Island, ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ is poised to align our efforts and provide what the world needs from a modern, comprehensive university.
Helping Communities Near & Far
ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ is dedicated to engaged, hands-on learning and teaching that helps strengthen society. Every student is provided the opportunity to participate in a real-world learning experience that helps a community partner locally or globally. School of Law students offer pro bono legal services, with many completing more than 100 hours of service before graduation. Every ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ student makes an impact on our society – from working in the Rhode Island community to participating in a study-abroad program overseas.
Powerful Combinations
At ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´, the most impactful education is the one you design for yourself. Through Powerful Combinations of academic programs, internships, research, and student activities, ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ students create unique pathways that align with their passions and set them apart in the job market.
Location Matters
At ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´, location matters for your education. With two distinctive campuses in Bristol and Providence, Rhode Island, ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ offers the perfect balance of a safe, close-knit waterfront community and a vibrant urban hub. Our students thrive in a university that is just the right size—small classes, strong faculty mentorship, and access to hands-on experiences in Rhode Island, Boston, New York, and beyond.
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Administrative Offices
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ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ Journalism Alumnus Honored for Reporting on Rhode Island Data Breach
Alexander Castro’s award-winning reporting on the RIBridges data breach highlights the power of curiosity, persistence, and the ethical journalism values he developed at ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´.
The Kinship Collaborative: A Mentorship Program Providing a Safe Space for ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ Students
With goals of fostering identity-affirming relationships, equity, belonging, and shared leadership, the Kinship Collaborative has reshaped what mentorship looks like.
Gagliardi Career Panel Connects ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ Math and Science Students with Alumni Mentors
Alumni share career insights and advice, showing students how hands-on experiences at ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ translate into real-world success.
ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ Celebrates A Spirited Homecoming and Family Weekend
Enthusiasm and familiar faces filled ÍúÍú×ÊԴ’s Bristol campus as more than 450 families, students, and alumni gathered for a weekend of connection.
ÍúÍú×ÊÔ´ Justice Studies Series Examines Interdisciplinary Roles in Solving Cold Cases
Lecture bridges journalism and justice studies, highlighting ÍúÍú×ÊԴ’s interdisciplinary approach to teaching critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving in complex criminal investigations.
