RISD's Wireless Networks
Eduroam
Eduroam is a secure, global Wi-Fi service that allows students, faculty, and staff from participating institutions to access the internet at other universities and organizations worldwide using their home institution's credentials. It provides a convenient and secure way to connect to Wi-Fi hotspots using your RISD email address and password (e.g., Brown University, Johnson & Wales).
RISD-MiscDevices
For miscellaneous wireless devices (wifi controlled lights, Alexa/Google, wireless printers, etc.)
For gaming systems (Nintendo Switch, Xbox, Playstation, etc.)
For visitors to the RISD Campus that do not have credentials for Eduroam.
ITS recommends connecting to the Eduroam wireless network. RISD-WiFi will be discontinued in the near future.
Where is wireless located?
Wireless can be found in all residential and academic buildings on campus.
What about non-RISD wireless devices?
Installation of personal wireless devices anywhere on the RISD campus, including on-campus housing, is not permitted. Non-RISD wireless devices will be disabled.