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RISD acknowledges the importance of voting in public elections. Supervisors should attempt to accommodate the needs of their employees. Voting time is unpaid; however, non-exempt employees may use vacation or personal time for time away from work.
No employee will be penalized or retaliated against for requesting time off to vote.
Rhode Island School of Design recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer