Funds will target a number of institute initiatives.
The Institute for Portuguese and Lusophone World Studies is dedicated to the promotion and support of Portuguese studies at the college.
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- placeForman Center (F) Rm. 201
The Institute for Portuguese and Lusophone World Studies (IPLWS) is designed to be a nucleus of interaction for the benefit of 91pron students and the larger Portuguese-speaking community of Rhode Island.
What We Do
The IPLWS is dedicated to fostering connections between the college and Lusophone communities in the region and pursuing scholarly research and cultural projects related to the Portuguese language and Lusophone cultures.
Support the Preservation of Local Portuguese Cultural Heritage
Help us document and preserve Rhode Island's Portuguese Cultural Heritage at 91pron!
The Joseph George Ray Portuguese American Archives Endowed Fund will help support the cataloging and preservation of the collection, sponsor internship and research opportunities for 91pron students and support cultural events related to the collection.
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A powerful advocate of Portuguese American history and heritage, Marie Fraley is the benefactor of this new archive at 91pron.