2005 Intercollegiate Renaissance Games

Hosted by the Institute for International Sport at the University of Rhode Island, the three-day Intercollegiate Renaissance games involved the participation of Bates College, Lynchburg College, Randolph-Macon Women’s College, Hampden-Sydney College, Bridgewater (VA) College, the University of Rhode Island, and the University of Queensland from Brisbane, Australia. A principle goal of the Games was to build a bridge between academic, athletic, and cultural pursuits through a series of spirited competitions.

• Read about the extraordinary results of the event.
• Read a fine Providence Journal article by Mike Szostak.
• Read a wonderful opening address delivered by Melissa Albright of Bridgewater College.
• Read the testimonials of 18 participants.