CAMPUS HOUSING | DINING SERVICES | ART SUPPLY STORES | AUTOMOBILES

CAMPUS HOUSING
Living and dining together in campus facilities provides an important aspect of the complete Pre-College experience. Much learning and socialization occur outside the classroom, in the less formal atmosphere of the residence halls, and Pre-College staff members work to make this an equally valuable part of each student's summer experience.

All residence halls are supervised by resident assistants assigned to each floor, as well as by RISD's year-round professional Residence Life staff. The halls are equipped with lounges, work areas, and shared kitchens, along with card or coin-operated washing machines. A professional linen and laundry service is available at additional cost; information is included in the program forms and documentation.

Request forms for campus housing are sent via email once your application is processed. Students apply for single or double rooms; rooms are assigned as applications are received. Specific roommate requests must come from both parties, with parent/guardian approval. Room requests based on medical/psychological needs must be accompanied by a letter from the attending physician that details the specific room-related need. Students who are eligible may select the Housing Option for 18 Year-Olds, which places them with older students participating in other summer programs at RISD. Information on specific housing and roommate assignments is not available prior to Check-In. For housing costs, please see Program Expenses + Fees.

VERY IMPORTANT: Smoking is not permitted in any RISD housing or in any building on the RISD campus.

If you have questions regarding summer housing that are not covered here, please contact RISD's Residence Life office at rlo@risd.edu or 401 454-6650 between 8:30am and 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.

DINING SERVICES
The RISD Dining Services staff is sensitive to the dietary needs and preferences of a student body representing cultures and religious traditions from around the world. The Metcalf Dining Center, known as The Met, features a build-your-own sandwich station, salad and pasta bars, vegetarian, vegan and traditional entrés and a wood-fired pizza oven. The Portfolio Café, located in the lobby of 15 West, features a continental breakfast for residents.

The full dining contract is required for all Pre-College boarding students, who may dine at either The Met or the Portfolio Café. Payment for the dining plan is nonrefundable.

Commuting students may elect to purchase blocks of 5 meals at a time by contacting Dining Services at 401 454-6642, or are welcome to purchase individual meals on a cash basis.

If you have further questions about dining plans or special dietary needs, please contact Dining Services at 401 454-6642.

ART SUPPLY STORES
The RISD Store, located on the main floor of the Design Center, in the heart of the campus, carries a wide range of art supplies and materials, books, paints, paper, film and photographic items. The RISD Store 3D is in the Bank Building, across the street from the Design Center. Supplies include hardware, sculpting and ceramics supplies, lumber and other materials primarily aimed toward meeting the needs of 3D courses.

Parents may choose to establish a charge account with the RISD Store and/or RISD Store 3D. Information and a sign-up form are included in the program forms and documentation.

AUTOMOBILES
Pre-College students living in RISD residence halls may not operate motor vehicles (including scooters and motorcycles) while in residence on campus. Commuters are advised that parking is severely limited in the campus area. They may park in garages or municipal lots nearby, or on the street. RISD parking stickers are not available to Pre-College students.