Rosanne Somerson | |
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17th President of the Rhode Island School of Design | |
In office Interim: January 1, 2014 – February 18, 2015 February 18, 2015 – June 30, 2021 | |
Preceded by | John Maeda |
Succeeded by | Dave Proulx |
Personal details | |
Born | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. | June 21, 1954
Alma mater | Rhode Island School of Design |
Profession | Woodworker, Furniture Designer, University President |
Rosanne Somerson (born June 21, 1954) is an American-born woodworker, furniture designer/maker, educator, and former President of Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). An artist connected with the early years of the Studio Furniture, her work and career have been influential to the field.