Come meet the newest Shinn Scholars

It is that time of year again! The annual Around the World with Shinn Scholars reception will be held on April 14 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Forman Theater on campus. The suggested donation is $35 and $5 reduced priced tickets for the 2 p.m. Drowsy Chaperone are also available.

Our newest Shinn Scholars are: Breanna Canning, a biology major heading to Panama, Amber Lopez a history major heading to Rome and Cathleen Williams, a history and modern languages scholar heading to Morocco.

We are also excited to announce a performance by the Rhode Island's Children's Chorus under direction of Christine Noel, a 1998 Shinn Scholar.

Deadline approaching

February 1, 2012 is fast approaching for RIC students to apply to be 2012-2013 scholars!

Italian Shinn Dig!

Our Fall fun-raiser is just around the corner! Join us on Nov. 10, 2011 at Nick-a-Nee's Pub, 75 South Street in Providence's Jewelry District. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. for great food and music. Raffle drawing at 8:30 p.m. Tickets: $35 in advance or $40 at the door. Call Elaine Perry for event tickets at 941-1542.

Open a book, open the world

The Fund is preparing for its annual Homecoming book sale beginning Saturday, Oct. 1. We are looking for donations - books, DVDs, and CDs. Smaller donations can be dropped off at the bins inside the main door of the Adams Library. For larger donations, contact either Debra Thomson X9651 or Brenda Bocchini X9605 to arrange pick-up or delivery. Thank you in advance for your generosity!

First 2011 Scholar Departs!

Brandi Jackson is off to Florence, Italy for the fall 2011 semester. She is the first of four Shinn Scholars to depart for study abroad this year. Keep up with her through her blog (which is also linked on this page).

Tickets Available!

Tickets are now available for FAME at a Shinn supporter discount ($5), as well as to the Spring Benefit & Awards Reception on April 16. The suggested donation for the reception is $35. Your presence and donation are greatly appreciated as we continue our work to support RIC students with study abroad scholarships. Click here to donate (click Shinn in the Choose Gift Designation drop down menu)

FAME!

The Shinn Annual Spring Benefit & Awards Reception is slated for Saturday, April 16. Please save the date! This year's show is FAME. More details to come...