Science Art Mentorship Program

Science Art Mentorship Program

The Summer 2026 Mentorship Program offers a unique interdisciplinary experience, blending scientific research with studio art. Students from both Biology and Art Studio backgrounds are invited to apply. Participants will engage in workshops at leading research laboratories, where they will learn techniques for capturing, manipulating, and displaying images essential to scientific inquiry. These techniques include illustration, microscope photography, video, 3D imaging, and the creation of physical 3D models. Based on these workshops, students will apply a design process to create original art and design work for a public exhibition scheduled at CCRI in September 2026. Students are encouraged to experiment, pursue their creative concepts, and produce personally meaningful projects. Guidance and mentorship will be provided by faculty from CCRI’s Art and Biology departments, along with special guests.

Program Details:

• Required meetings every Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30am – 3:30pm, May 19 – July 16
• Students who are eligible for CCRI student employment and complete the student employee onboarding process will receive up to $1,900 for full participation in the program.
• Pre-requisites: prior completion of an Art Studio or Biology course.
• This program is not a course and does not include academic credit.

Participating Labs Include:

• Wessel Lab, Brown University
• Tingle Lab, Brown University
• Nature Lab, Rhode Island School of Design
• Anatomy and Physiology Lab, Community College of Rhode Island

Please contact Daniel O’Neill ([email protected]) if you have any questions about this program. 

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