For students: connect with us!

RISD Global is fully remote, but we still have several ways to connect! Schedule a 1:1 Virtual Advising Appointment, chat with us during Drop-In Hours (without an appointment), or simply reach out via phone, email, Instagram, or GChat.

Check out when and how you can reach us, below!

European Honors Program

Rome, Italy 2020

Guyana: Art and Science of Biodiversity

Surama, Guyana

RISD Global is open (remotely!)

Whether you are just starting to plan a study abroad experience or you’re about to submit your application, if you are seeking to study in a specific location around the world or you’d like to know more about programs and our site in Rome, we are here to help!

Our goal at RISD Global is to be as easy to reach as possible, and we created many ways to virtually connect and support you during this remote working time!

We can give you more information about your study options, help you figure out which program makes sense for you, and assist you with the application process.

Give Us a Call

Give us a call at +1 (401) 454-6725 during our office hours: Monday through Friday 8:30am-4:30pm EST (Providence time). If we don't pick up, simply leave a voice message and a member of the RISD Global team will return your call ASAP.

Email + Google Chat

Email us: global@risd.edu

GChat: We use Google Chat (Hangouts) as a "drop-in question" tool. Just think of this as stopping by our office. GChat us from RISD accounts by searching "RISD Global". Instructions below:

How to use GChat

To chat via Gmail, go to hangouts.google.com or open Hangouts in the Gmail left hand menu.

At the top, click "+" or "New conversation"
Enter RISD Global or global@risd.edu
Type your message and, on your keyboard, press Enter!

If unavailable, we will respond as soon as we can.

Just a Quick Question?

Just a quick question? Share your question with us via the online form below and we will be sure to respond as soon as possible!

Ask a Quick Question!

Virtual Events and Infosessions

Our advising events and infosessions continue to be held remotely on Zoom. Recordings are often uploaded on our website and Vimeo channel.

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Virtual Drop-in Hours

Drop-ins are first-come-first-served quick advising sessions where you can pop into a Zoom Meeting with an advisor to chat face-to-face (remotely). These sessions are available weekly (all times are Eastern Standard Time):

Tuesdays 12-4pm EST

Wednesdays 9-1pm EST

Select the link below according to your chosen time to join:

Drop-in TUESDAYS 12-4pm EST Drop-in WEDNESDAYS 9-1pm EST

Virtual 1:1 Advising Appointment

Have a longer question to discuss or just want more information? Booking a virtual, 30-minute 1:1 advising session is easy. Click the link below, select a time that is convenient for you, and complete the booking form. Prior to your appointment, you will receive an email on how to connect via Zoom with us. If you prefer to connect by phone, please provide your phone number. Our advising hours typically meet the needs of students in most different time zones. If you need a different time or help connecting, contact us at global@risd.edu

Book a 1:1 Advising Appointment

How do I join my 1:1 advising appointment on Zoom?

Prior to your scheduled appointment you will receive an email and GCal invite from our office with a Zoom link to join the call.

Instructions for Joining a Zoom Meeting Via Computer, Tablet, or Mobile Phone:

At your scheduled appointment time, click the link listed as the "location" of your advising appointment in your Google Calendar appointment invitation. This is a personalized meeting link that will connect you with RISD Global for the advising meeting.
If you haven't already, download and install OR open Zoom
Select to join the meeting using 'Computer' audio. (You may test your audio if you wish as well).
Select 'Start Video' if you wish to be seen via webcam during the meeting.

For additional technical assistance, go to Zoom Help

If you prefer to conduct your advising session over the phone, simply state so in your appointment booking form.