Project Thrive

As a Project Thriver, you will attend weekly events designed to offer academic, career, and social support to first-generation college students. Many of these events will feature guest speakers, often staff from various RISD offices and faculty members who will provide valuable insight as to how to best utilize the various resources on campus. In addition, many events will discuss common and timely issues students are currently struggling with throughout their college careers with local artists, alumni, and other outside guests. 
 

First-year POP students have the opportunity to connect with a RISD faculty or staff member to build strong connections and have additional support within the larger campus community.

Mentor eligibility

All RISD faculty and staff are welcome to apply to become a mentor. Have you never been a mentor before? That’s alright. Mentors are invited to developmental/support sessions to help prepare for and sustain a positive mentorship relationship.

Mentor commitment

If paired, mentors commit to:

• Engagement in training materials and opportunities over the summer (virtual)
• Mentor and Mentee Meetup
• Individual meetings with a first-year student as preferred and arranged by the pair
• Attendance at mentor development sessions
• Attendance at closing celebrations