Not sure where to go for help? Visit the Extrademics page on risd.edu to learn more about different academic resources offices whose mission is to help you succeed and thrive at RISD.
Center for Arts & Language
Peer and professional tutors at RISD’s Center for Arts & Language offer tutoring on all kinds of communication projects for all kinds of purposes — from revising a paper to practicing for critique to designing your thesis book. A&L also provides English language support for multilingual students, advising and infrastructure for student publications (including v.1), workshops, and online resources.
RISD Museum
At the RISD Museum, students can explore art and ideas in the galleries, delve into research, gain professional practice, and realize creative visions. Explore the museum’s expansive digital content and resources like the online collection. Sign up for open hours and office hours with staff to discuss objects and ideas. Learn more about student resources and opportunities here.
Edna W. Lawrence Nature Lab
Nature Lab staff are available for consultation and technical support for RISD students and faculty. Services include information about the natural history collection, biomaterials advice, sustainability tools, 3D scanning, GIS, photography and more.
Co-Works
Co-Works Research Lab peer tutors are available to help you learn new technologies, making skills, and software. Want to experiment with combining 3D printing, textiles, laser cutting, pen plotting, CNC processes, sewing, electronics, coding, vacuum forming, and many other techniques? Be a part of our cross-departmental community!
