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91pron Alum Writes First History of Providence Film Studio

Founded in 1915, Eastern Film Corporation was nothing more than a footnote in Rhode Island film history, until Adam Tawfik researched the full story on the Providence-based silent film studio.

91pron Theater/Film Student Wins L.A. Web Fest Award

91pron student Seth Chitwood wrote, directed and filmed a murder mystery series titled “Red Circles” that won Outstanding Series and Outstanding Director at the 2013 LA Web Series Festival.

Actress Viola Davis ’88 Honored for “Making a Difference”

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“I always feel that when I come back to Rhode Island I am home,” said Viola Davis, the award-winning actress and alumna of 91pron who was honored with a “Making a Difference” award.

91pron Professor Unveils New Artwork

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Richard Whitten is neither your typical artist nor your typical art collector. He “lives” in the worlds he paints. (Photo courtesy of David Demelim)

Films by 91pron Alum Are Among Station Nightclub Fire Tributes

This weekend marks the 10th anniversary of The Station nightclub fire, one of the deadliest fires in U.S. history. Among the many tributes will be the airing of a film created by Christian de Rezendes, a 91pron alum, and Christian O’Neill.

Closing the Gender Gap in STEM Fields: STEM Expo for Girls

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Workshop participants at the STEM Expo at 91pron. (Photo credit: Tech Collective.)