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Arts
Jun 17

RISD Museum announces name change, revamps online presence

The art museum at the Rhode Island School of Design has revamped its public presence with a new name and a new website, the museum announced Monday.
Editorials
Jun 15

Bryant program does far more than teach

Despite the often overwhelming negativity in the public discourse about Rhode Island’s economy and its prospects – 56 percent of respondents to a recent PBN.com poll on this topic said the state deserves all the raspberries it receives – there are many good stories hereabouts, not the least of them being the Bryant University international-business senior practicum.
Editorials
Jun 15

Rhode Island lucky to have Deborah Gist

The more difficult the change, the more determined the resistance. Just ask R.I. Commissioner of Education Deborah A. Gist.
Media
Jun 15
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Fifteen years of helping journalists get it right

Rhode Island is building a name for itself in the business of environmental training for journalists, thanks in part to the 15-year-old Metcalf Institute for Marine and Environmental Reporting, says spokeswoman Karen Southern.
Education
Jun 15
By Rhonda J. Miller
Contributing Writer

Gist pushing forward with five-plan reform plan

Armed with a new two-year contract, Rhode Island Commissioner of Education Deborah Gist says she’s staying the course with her five-year plan to transform education in Rhode Island – including closing the skills gap.
Higher Education
Jun 15

By Patrick Anderson
PBN Staff Writer

Big East changing name; downsizing possible

Mike Aresco, commissioner of the athletic conference known for 34 years as the Big East, speaks fondly of Providence, but he can’t promise how long the league he’s reinventing will remain in its historic home.
Education
Jun 15
By Keith Regan
Contributing Writer

Bryant students laying groundwork for export growth

Bliss Manufacturing in Pawtucket has been handcrafting inspirational and religious medals, jewelry and other items for more than 100 years.
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The 2nd Annual Healthiest Employers event will recognize employers who have strong, effective Health and Wellness programs in the region. Deadline for enrollment is June 28th.
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