Rhode Island College

Your definitive guide to what the hell is going on around here

Your Essential Packing List

Others have come before you and conquered their first year. Get their hand-me-downs on the Daily Jolt’s Marketplace: computers, furnishings, electronics, clothes and more!

Best Places to Party (during your first year)

It may not be Wayne’s World, but it is Party Time.  Excellent.

Best Places to Study

For when your roommate won't stop playing the new Paris Hilton song (we're really really sorry) and you have a test tomorrow.

RIC Gems & Traditions

Beware of becoming Kermit the Dorm Hermit. You do know you’re allowed to leave campus, right?  Also find a tribute to the poor slobs in the embarrassing mascot uniforms.  Fight fight fight! All hail the Daily Jolt!

Bad/Worst Roommate Habits

Things to watch out for, habits to avoid. For example, the new Paris Hilton song.

Score Some Brownie Points

The Dean is making a list and checking it twice. Here are some ways to make up for not  being on it.

Textbook Guide

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