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Rhode Island Black Film Festival Beyond The Lens Academy Held at URI in collaboration with the Harrington School of Communication and Media
- RIBFF and URI/ Harrington School host Beyond the Lens Academy at URI Kingston campus attracting 80 local high school students.
- The academy aims to show how films are made and to explore diverse perspectives in media arts.
- Day two featured more than 60 additional students, a short-film screening, and a journalist panel.
- Panelists encouraged students to build portfolios and seek internships with diverse journalists.
- URI leaders emphasized liberal arts training helps students become diverse, creative problem solvers.
- Dean, a senior film major, shared how switching from forensic chemistry led to a full-time film focus at URI.
- The festival aims to highlight intercultural stories told through film by African-descended filmmakers.
- The academy showcased contributions from local schools including Paul Cuffee School and Jacqueline M. Walsh School for the Arts.
- Kamilah A’Vant, URI Arts and Sciences administrator, emphasized the program’s goal to inspire future filmmakers.
- The festival fosters opportunities in journalism, film, and media through hands-on learning.
- The event took place at URI’s Kingston Campus with support from the Office of Community Equity & Diversity.
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