Rhode Island School for the Deaf
Alumni Association
Preserving our past. Celebrating our alumni. Connecting our future.
Preserving our past. Celebrating our alumni. Connecting our future.
Uniting generations of graduates and champions of the Rhode Island School for the Deaf community.
Established in 1964, the Rhode Island School for the Deaf Alumni Association (RISDAA) serves as the permanent home base for graduates. We connect generations of alumni, preserve the rich historical legacy of RISD, and foster lifelong friendships and community support across Rhode Island and beyond.
From our founding pioneers to the modern digital era.
Visionary alumni come together to lay the groundwork for an enduring community organization.
Recognizing Kimball Nash, Joseph Imondi, Arthur Coy, Dorothy Carlson, John Spellman, Frederick Ruckdeschel, and Abe Cohen.
Generations of leaders, including Mary Lomastro and Holly Bucci, strengthen our foundation and community engagement.
Modernizing our connection through digital preservation, class archives, social media communities, and active alumni gatherings under the leadership of the current board.
Join or renew your membership and stay connected with your school family.
Your membership keeps our vibrant traditions alive, funds alumni gatherings, and preserves our history for upcoming generations.
Open Membership FormExplore historical records, share memories, and honor our community members.
Remember and honor cherished members of the RISD community through our public Memorial & Legacy Archive.
Enter Memorial ArchiveThe Google research document remains the working record. The public Memorial & Legacy Archive provides a cleaner, searchable way for the community to remember and help preserve RISD history.
Celebrating athletic excellence in our school's history.
The RISD Athletics Hall of Fame is sponsored by Friends of RISD. For official Hall of Fame inductees and news, please visit the official page. RISDAA does not sponsor, manage, or oversee the Hall of Fame program.
View Official Hall of FameShow your pride with official Roosters merchandise!
Support RISDAA programs and wear your school colors proudly with custom clothing, hats, and gear.
Shop NowDedicated leaders guiding RISDAA forward.
President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Archives Director
Events Director
Board Advisor
Board Advisor
Board Advisor
Reach out directly or join our digital communities online.
Official Email:
risdaa1964@gmail.com