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Dear Ringling Students, Family Weekend is coming up, October 16â18, 2026. We hope you and your family will join us! Family Weekend is a highlight of the college experience and gives parents and families the opportunity to experience Ringling College of Art and Design through the eyes of our students. It is a chance to share your Ringling experience, reconnect with your family, and enjoy a weekend filled with activities, information, art, and fun. Register for Family Weekend Registration deadline: Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 11:59 PM Here is a snapshot of some of the activities planned for Family Weekend: Friday, October 16 3:30 - 4:00 PM | Check-In 4:00 - 4:45 PM | Family Connections Meeting 5:00 - 6:30 PM | Family Reception 7:00 - 9:00 PM | John Rush The Human Spotify Saturday, October 17 8:30 AM | Continental Breakfast 9:30 - 10:00 AM | Official Family Weekend Welcome 10:00 - 11:30 AM | Career Panel â Recruiter Insights 12:00 - 5:00 PM | Sarasota Art Museum Family Days 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Ringling Art & Supply Store 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Campus Galleries 5:00 - 8:00 PM | Ringling Rollers: Esports Arena Open House 6:00 - 7:00 PM | Dancing with the Stars: Family Edition Sunday, October 18 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Ringling Art & Supply Store 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Sarasota Art Museum Family Days Do not forget to register by Sunday, October 11 at 11:59 PM. We look forward to celebrating Family Weekend with you! Best, Dr. Elcin Haskollar Associate Dean for Student Success
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FOOD 4 THOUGHT: Leave No Crumbs **THIS WEEK* WEDNESDAY, October 7th 11:30am - 12:15pm Location: Goldstein Library-Room 113 (first floor)
The Center for Career Services presents our final Food 4 Thought session! This session: Presented by Nicole Gueli, Employer Relations Coordinator In this session, learn how to stand out from the competition by tailoring your application, highlighting your strengths, and confidently communicating what you bring to the table in an interview. FREE SNACKS will be provided and even a weekly raffle for valuable prizes! Attend all 6 Food for Thought sessions, and you will be entered into a raffle drawing for the grand prize! Remember to bring your punch card. Food4Thought is a multi-week, student-focused lecture series on career-building topics. Each session will be presented at lunchtime to ensure students are able to attend outside of their scheduled classes. The Center for Career Services brings in a variety of industry professionals, Ringling College faculty, staff, and alumni to speak on these topics. Please feel free to bring your lunch, snacks will also be provided. Check out the F4T website link below for the full list of this year's exciting sessions!
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AICAD: ArtTable's CareerRoundTable ArtTable is the foremost professional
organization dedicated to advancing the leadership of women and nonbinary professionals
in the visual arts. It is an exciting 2-day professional development event
for students (undergraduate through pre-/post-doctorate) across the
nation. Dates
(via Zoom): *Deadline to register is October 9th Wednesday, October 21 | 2:00â4:00 PM ET Thursday, October 22 | 4:00â6:00 PM ET Since
2009, this program has connected students, interns, and emerging professionals
with accomplished women and nonbinary leaders across the arts. Itâs a chance
for students to hear directly from professionals in the field, ask questions in
real time, and make connections that can help shape their next steps after
graduation. Learn more about the event HERE. This
year, students can choose from more than 15 career paths, including: Appraising,
Art Advising, Art Fairs, Art Logistics (Shipping, Framing, Fabrication, etc.),
Art Law, Art Publishing, Auction Houses / Online Art Businesses, Collection
Management / Registration / Archive / Art Conservation, Curator / Art
Historian, DEIA in the Arts, Development / Fundraising, Gallerist / Dealer,
Museum and Cultural Organization Leadership, Public Programming / Education /
Community Engagement, Public Relations / Marketing / Social Media If you are
interested in attending this event, please email Talent@ringling.edu for details. Be sure that you are able to attend BOTH sessions.
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Portfolio
Reviews and In-house Industry Insights Marianne
Sibille, Digital Experience Director at HOME Agency Hosted
by: Center for Career Services Thursday,
October 8th 1:00pm
- 2:30pm Center
for Career Services Conference Room Marianne Sibille, Digital Experience Director at HOME
Agency will be available to meet with students on Thursday,
October 8th between 1:00 pm and 2:30 pm in the
Center for Career Services Conference Room. **PLEASE
READ CAREFULLY BELOW** Link to Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/Z7PuZVHAvtbGHbvd7 Deadline to sign-up for an appointment is Tuesday, October 6th by 12pm ET *Note:
Appointments are on a first-come, first-serve basis. These
portfolio reviews are for networking and building relationships with industry
professionals. Marianne
Sibille has served as a Creative Strategist, Leader, and Designer for the past
twenty years. She has brought her creative craft into several industries
including travel & tourism, hospitality, retail, financial services, health
& wellness, and technology. She has a background in and can speak to:
Digital Strategy, Creative Direction, Art Direction/Design, Brand Development,
Web/Mobile Design, Product Design, Graphic Design. and more! Sign up for your chance to meet Marianne as she volunteers her time
to provide portfolio reviews, and in-house industry insights. Deadline to sign-up for an
appointment is Tuesday, October 6th by 12pm ET. You will be
notified by Career Services if you are selected by Tuesday, October 6th
at 4:30 pm. You MUST attend your meeting if you are selected.
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Good morning, Due to a recent shift in our exhibition schedule, we are writing to ask if you would be willing to extend the length of the faculty exhibition through the next Art Walk on October 30. If you are willing and able to leave your work on view in the Stulberg Gallery through October 30, we would greatly appreciate it. However, we completely understand if you would prefer to pick up your work as originally scheduled. If you can leave your work, pick up will be the first week of November. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at galleries@ringling.edu. Thank you again for your participation and for helping make this exhibition a success. We truly appreciate it. Best, |
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Your ballot- don't WING it! Find out what's on it and learn about your choices!
Free wings! Pizza! Monday, October 5 Goldstein Hall Meeting Room 11:30am 2026: Your Guide to the Amendments and Sarasota referenda: We will provide a clear explanation of each amendment on the November ballot and what a Yes vote and a No vote actually mean.
This is also the last day to register to vote in Florida for the midterm election! Voter registration is available at this event and in front of Cunniffe Commons. Ringlink: https://ringling.campuslabs.com/engage/event/12515240 Questions? Email vote@ringling.edu
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Get Vote Ready! The deadline to register to vote in Florida is Monday, October 5! Get important information about registering to vote, updating your registration, voting by mail, necessary identification and more! VOTER REGISTRATION In front of Cunniffe Commons 11:15am-12:30pm Monday, October 5 Those eligible to register should bring a Florida-issued driver's license/I.D. card or know the last four digits of your social security number. Register to vote OR update your voter registration with your current address (check the student handbook for residence hall addresses or email vote@ringling.edu) at: https://allin.vote/ringling Those without a Florida ID must complete a paper form and mail to your countyâs election office on the Florida Division of Elections website. The deadline to register as a Florida voter is October 5 for those who wish to vote in the 2026 November election. Students may choose to register with their permanent home address or their local address. We encourage all students to discuss the decision to register locally or at your permanent address with family. Learn more at our website and the Alfred R. Goldstein Library's Libguide. Questions? Email vote@ringling.edu Follow @ringlingvotes on Instagram
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Dear Ringling Community,
October is LGBTQ+ History Month, a time to celebrate the contributions of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community. This month provides us with an opportunity to learn and come together in community. We are excited to share a variety of events throughout the month and invite you to join us in celebrating, reflecting, and connecting.
We look forward to seeing you at these events and
celebrating together. All of our events are student-led and open to everyone.
Please see the attached poster for the schedule of our upcoming events. We look forward to celebrating with you and encourage you to contact us at studentsuccess@ringling.edu for any questions or feedback. Warm regards, The Center for Student Success
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Greetings! We are excited to launch a new series of "Themed Lunch Discussions with Administration!" Please respond via the link below to indicate your favored topics of interest so that we can get these scheduled for this Academic Year! Lunch will be provided for these discussions.
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Dear Ringling Students, Faculty, and Staff, Workshop Week 2026 is coming November 2-6. Workshop Week offers a chance to step outside our usual routines, learn something new, share expertise, explore new interests, and connect with people across the Ringling College community. A few important dates: ⢠Thursday, October 1: The Workshop Week schedule goes live. Take a look at the full lineup, review the dates and times, and start planning your week. To view workshops: https://ringlingcollege.eventsmart.com/event-calendar/ ⢠Wednesday, October 14, at 11:30 a.m.: Registration opens. Workshops are first-come, first-served, so I encourage you to take a look at the schedule in advance and be ready to register. Workshop Week includes a curated selection of one-time sessions, generally 1-3 hours in length. The offerings range from hands-on and technical workshops to creative exploration, discussion, and personal interests. During the initial registration period, students, faculty, and staff may register for one workshop. If space remains, registration will open for additional sessions. The strength of Workshop Week comes from the extraordinary range of interests, knowledge, and talent across our campus. It is an opportunity to learn from one another in ways that do not always fit within our normal schedules or roles. Try something unfamiliar. Pick up a new skill. Meet someone you might not otherwise have the chance to work with. Take a look at the schedule on October 1, and mark your calendar for registration on October 14 at 11:30 a.m. I look forward to another great Workshop Week. Warm regards, Jeff Schwartz |
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Career Services: Portfolio Reviews with Virtuos Games
Matthew Schulz, Senior Account Manager for Virtuos Games will be conducting in-person portfolio reviews on Friday, October 16th, 2026. The deadline to
apply is Tuesday, October 13th at 12 pm (noon). All
students are encouraged to apply
and will be selected first-come
first-served, however, preference
will be given to students that have a Game Production/Producer or Game Business
focus. *Please note: Not
everyone will be selected for a review. Please follow the instructions carefully below. TO
APPLY: https://forms.gle/WWLY8c4kaFRFfNp7A If you sign up and are
selected for a portfolio review, you are expected to attend on October 16th at
your scheduled time. No Exceptions.
Someone from Career Services will reach out to confirm if you were chosen for a
portfolio review and with your scheduled time by Wednesday, October 14th.
For more
info about Virtuos Games go to: https://www.virtuosgames.com/about-us/
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It's that time of year, flu shots are here! Students:
Join us at the flu shot clinic below or stop by the Student Health Center
(Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., no appointment necessary)
to receive your free annual flu shot.
Flu Shot Clinic
Tuesday, October 13th
Academic Center Lobby
11am - 2pm Flu Shot Clinic
Wednesday, October 14th
Exhibition Hall 11am - 2pm Faculty/Staff:
Flu shots will be available at the location below. If you are unable to attend, you may stop by the Student Health Center (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., no appointment necessary) to receive your flu shot by October 31st. All vaccines will be provided by Sarasota Memorial Hospital and the flu shots are free of charge.
Flu Shot Clinic
Tuesday, October 13th
Academic Center Lobby
11am - 2pm Flu Shot Clinic
Wednesday, October 14th
Exhibition Hall
11am - 2pm *Please be sure to bring a form of identification (Driver's license, Ringling ID, etc.)* Questions? Please email medical@ringling.edu or call (941) 309-4000. |
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Beginning Monday, October 5, 2026, Mail Services will be updating fall semester hours. Hours Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Chuck Brantley Mail Services Manager
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Ringling College of Art and Design is committed to supporting the professional development of its faculty and recognizes the value of leaves of absence as an opportunity to advance creative, scholarly, and research endeavors. A Professional Leave is a significant honor intended to support planned research, scholarship, and creative work that benefits both the faculty member and the College. Each year, a limited number of Professional Leaves of Absence are awarded on a competitive basis. Regular full-time faculty members with at least six years of continuous full-time teaching service at Ringling College are eligible to submit a proposal. Professional Leave may not be awarded to the same faculty member more than once every six years, and leave eligibility does not accumulate over time. Please note that service as a Visiting Full-Time Faculty member does not count toward the six-year eligibility requirement. Faculty members may submit a proposal at the beginning of their sixth year of full-time employment for either:
The following guidelines apply to all Professional Leaves:
Proposals are due to your Department Head or Program Director by Friday, October 23, 2026. As outlined in the Paid Professional Leave Guidelines, proposals must include:
The proposal form and guidelines are attached to this email and are also available on Faculty Central. Tiffany Holmes, VPAA, and David Jackson, AVPAA/DOF, are available to answer questions and provide additional information regarding the purpose and requirements of Professional Leave applications. Additional details can also be found in the Faculty Handbook, Section 2.12.8. Thank you for your continued commitment to scholarship, creative practice, and professional growth. |
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DPSC Presents: Steven Morris **New Rescheduled Date** SATURDAY,
October 17th 12:00PM to 1:30 PM EST
Video call
link: https://meet.google.com/bsi-bzvv-ois Or dial: âª(US) +1 502-547-1385 PIN: âª108 342 214#
Join the Digital Paint and Sketch Club (DPSC) for an exciting virtual presentation and Q&A with Australian Animator, Steven Morris, on September 25th from 7:00 â 8:30 pm on Google Meet!
Steven Morris is an Animator who has previously worked at Double Negative Animation Studios. His credits include Nimona, Ronâs Gone Wrong, Garfield and Under The Boardwalk. Steven is now the founder of Lupin House, a mentorship school to help aspiring animators develop the skills needed to work on high-level productions.
If you would like to send DPSC questions in advance to ask Steven, send them to @ringling_dpsc on Instagram.
They will also be posting updates there for the upcoming talk in case of any changes in schedule or time, and for the art challenge they have planned.
You can also join via DPSCâs discord to stay updated as well.
Discord
Link: Feel free to email DPSC if you have any questions!
DPSC
Runners: Halle
Howard (hhoward1@c.ringling.edu) Lar Ruiz de
Velasco (lruizdev@c.ringling.edu)
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Happy Friday everyone! As I mentioned previously, Student Activities is holding our annual trip to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida on October 10th. This trip will leave campus at 3:30 PM on 10/10 and return to campus via Charter Bus on 10/11 at 3 AM. This will allow you around 6 hours in the park to explore the various Haunted Houses, Scare Zones, etc. If you have never been before and want to check out more information, you can see additional details on the official website here. Tickets going on sale today are $135 and cover entry and transportation. Meals and merch will have to be purchased individually. You may drive separately if you would like, but you must still pay the full price of the ticket. A travel waiver will need to be signed by all going on the trip, and a follow up email will be sent to all those going. These tickets are officially going on sale through Transact at NOON, and you should be able to access them through this link: If for some reason that does not work, you can go to Transact by using your Ringling portal. On the right hand side where you have your additional links and such, you will find a section titled "Student Life Resources." In that section there is an option for "Replacement ID Card" and that will take you to the proper site.
There are only 110 ticket available, so buy fast! If they do not sell out, they will be available up until October 7th. Best of luck and I will see you on the trip!
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Hi All, I am updating the prior link I sent. Please use this link to access the art test.
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This is a reminder regarding food and supply deliveries: If you order food or supplies though a same-day or independent delivery services, you are responsible for meeting the driver and accepting your order. Mail Services cannot accept deliveries from companies such as Target, Walmart, Whole Foods, Publix, HelloFresh, Uber Eats, DoorDash, or Weee. Any unattended items will be removed, donated or discarded. Mail Services will continue to accept packages delivered by UPS, USPS, FedEx and Amazon. Refrigeration for perishable items is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Thank you for your cooperation.
Chuck Brantley Mail Services Manager
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Hello Student Convention Goers! Attached is the Off-Campus Absence Form. If you are attending a convention or conference, you may use this form to request an excused absence. Important:
Signatures are required in this order:
There are several approvals required, so do not wait until the last minute! |
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Ringling Illustration Class of 2027 Illustration Gift Competition! Create an illustration for the senior class gift to celebrate your graduation year!
ENTRY GUIDELINES File Specs:
Color Requirements:
Required Text Elements:
Theme:
Submission Specs:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1QYtULXLdEysZ2VzBboCjHwnJD3Ylsn3A?usp=sharing
VOTING DETAILS
WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT & AWARD
Need inspiration? Check out attached examples from the past three years. These were printed via a third party BUT the winner can decide if they prefer an in house print like woodcut, vinyl cut, etc. The more creative the better! Good luck! Christina
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Hello Ringling Students,
The local non-profit organization ARCHITECTURE SARASOTA is celebrating 100 Years of "The Sarasota School" and they want to make sure that they are also supporting the next 100 years of good design and designers, so they have announced that tickets to their Fall 2026 lectures will be free-of-charge to local college students.
Here is their schedule of events: https://www.architecturesarasota.org/events_programs
(Lectures begin in October).
To secure a ticket, sign up for the individual lecture on the Eventbrite platform by selecting the "Young Mod / Student ticket" option. Remember to bring your valid Student ID when you attend the event.
ARCHITECTURE SARASOTA hopes to see you there! Dr. Christopher S. Wilson
Architecture and Design Historian
Liberal Arts Program
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