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Faculty

Use your network username and password to log into Blackboard. If you have any issues logging into your Blackboard account, please contact the Help Desk at [email protected] or (401) 456-8803.

Students

Use your network username and password to log into Blackboard. If you have any issues logging into your Blackboard account, please contact the Help Desk at [email protected] or (401) 456-8803.

What is Blackboard?

Blackboard is the learning management program RIC Faculty use for online instruction and communication. Students can access course materials their professors make available and may participate in class discussions, take tests and quizzes, submit assignments and more.

How do I log in to Blackboard?

Go to blackboard.ric.edu and log in using your RIC username and password. If your RIC email address is [email protected], your username is smith123. Do not enter the entire email address in the username field.

I can log in to MyRIC, but I cannot log in to Blackboard

If you registered for a course during open registration or after classes have begun, it can take up to 24 hours before your information is loaded into Blackboard.

Minimum computer requirements?

You will need a connection to the internet and a supported web browser (e.g. Edge, Chrome, Safari and Firefox).

Can I access Blackboard on my smart phone?

The Blackboard app is available to all RIC students for free. The app does not provide access to all of the features available via the browser version.

How do I get help with Blackboard and Zoom?

For questions about course policy and content, please contact your instructor. Technical resources are available at:

Course Enrollment

Students do not have access to courses once the semester has ended. If you have received an incomplete or require additional materials from the course, please contact your instructor.

Step 1: MyRIC

When your paperwork at Human Resources is complete, you will be given your MyRIC/RIC email/network account. MyRIC is a portal which provides Rhode Island College students, faculty and staff with access to the college's online systems (Blackboard, EMS and etc).

Step 2: Campus ID Card

Campus ID Card#N#Your Campus Card identifies you as a member of the faculty at RIC. You need it to access library resources, to enter secure locations on campus, such as eClassrooms and computer labs. You may also use your Campus Card as a debit card for vending machines, copiers and printers.

Step 5: Blackboard

Blackboard is the Learning Management System for posting course assignments, quizzes, handouts. Blackboard offers you many ways to communicate effectively with your students.

New Degree Students

Newly accepted students who have not yet paid their enrollment deposit will need to set up their MyRIC Account password first before paying the deposit.

Non-Degree or Visiting Students

If you have never taken courses at the College before you can create an account online .

Returning Students

If it has been three semesters or more since you have been enrolled, you need to call the Records Office at 456-8213 so that we can either enter your information into the system or update your record.