Iceland: Artistic Practice in 24-Hour Light

Reykjavík, Iceland 2017

RISD GLOBAL is a hub for global discourse in art and design. We value cross-cultural exchange and experiences that inspire creative agency.

What We Do

Reserve a time to chat with RISD Global

RISD Global is remote Mondays and Friday, and in-person Tuesday - Thursday.

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European Honors Program

Rome, Italy 2014

WS Italy: Rome from Pantheon to MAAM

Rome, Italy 2017

Study Globally

RISD Global works to create and support a variety of immersive travel, learning, and exchange opportunities for RISD students beyond campus.

Study Globally

RISD in Rome: Artistic Practice in Public Space

Global Summer Studies

Global Summer Studies are open to undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled at RISD or in other art and design institutions worldwide, as well as recent RISD graduates.

COVID-19 Update: RISD Global is committed to doing everything possible to ensure these programs can take place, but please note RISD continues to monitor and work with ever-changing travel regulations and COVID protocols. We will keep the community informed if significant changes or alerts come up.

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Global Futures Lab

Ahmedabad, India 2017

Research and Teach

RISD Global supports and strengthens faculty research, practice, and pedagogy that focus on global topics and specific geographies.

Research and Teach

Morocco: Crafting the City

Fez, Morocco 2018

Connect with Us

RISD Global advocates for cross-cultural learning and exchange as a way to strengthen creative agency. We shape opportunities for engagement with local communities and diverse traditions of making, and support initiatives to address the challenges, meanings, and relevance of art and design in a global context.

Connect with Us

For students: Let's Talk!

RISD Global is operating on a hybrid working schedule in Spring 2023. We still have several ways to connect. Schedule a 1:1 Advising Appointment or simply reach out via phone or email.

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