Latest updates
Vaccination status: 75.8% of the RISD community is fully vaccinated
- Students: Vaccination Required – Upload by August 1
- Employees: Vaccination Status Disclosure Required – Upload by August 1
JULY 29, 2021
Testing results: RISD had a total of 1 positive result out of 936 tests since July 1, 2021
JULY 15, 2021
Travel update: New RISD-sponsored travel policies for summer and AY21/22
JUNE 29, 2021
Tillinghast access: Tillinghast Farm exterior spaces now accessible to RISD community with active ID
JUNE 29, 2021
Library access: Fleet Library reopens June 28th, by appointments only
JUNE 22, 2021
Museum access: Advance tickets required for access to the RISD Museum
JUNE 22, 2021
Employee job aids: Instructions for uploading employee vaccination status via Workday are available in English, Português and Español
JUNE 7, 2021
Mask Update: RISD no longer requires masks OUTDOORS on campus
JUNE 5, 2021
What you need to know
Wear a face covering
- face coverings are required indoors on campus
- community members are expected to provide their own coverings
De-densified campus
- campus spaces support physical distancing
- staff are working remotely wherever possible
Testing and care
- RISD is testing 50 percent of its on-campus population every week
- COVID-19 evaluation is available to students at Thompson House respiratory clinic staff
- Learn more about testing
Tracking COVID-19 at RISD
- the COVID-19 dashboard provides up-to-date statistics from ongoing campus testing
- data is updated daily Monday—Friday with laboratory-verified results
Seek support
- Health Services and CAPS are available for students in distress
- students with financial concerns can reach out to Student Financial Services for guidance
- Employee Assistance Program
Keep informed
- go to the Rhode Island Department of Health website for local guidance
- see the CDC COVID-19 page for latest updates
Supporting and promoting good mental health at RISD.
Announcements and Events
Sometimes we’re all affected by a health condition — from cold and flu season to more serious issues. Check here for important, timely news on events or services to help you stay healthy — and to get the latest updates on any campus-wide health alerts.
