Broadcast and Webcast
The University of Rhode Island's 2009 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony will be broadcast and Webcast Live on Sunday, May 17, making it possible for many to enjoy the ceremony -- virtually.
On Televsion: WSBE Rhode Island PBS will be broadcast the undergraduate ceremony Sunday, May 17 live beginning at 12:30 p.m. It can be viewed on digital 36.1, Cox/Verizon/Full Channel 8, DirecTV 36, and Dish 7776.
Barbara Meagher of Johnston, URI assistant professor of journalism and a 21-year veteran as a television news reporter, will co-host a pre-commencement show with M. Beverly Swan, URI's popular retired provost and vice president of academic affairs from the University's quadrangle, providing commentary and live interviews beginning at 12:30 p.m. Dave Lavallee, assistant director of URI's Department of Communications and Marketing will provide commentary from the commencement 'field'. Read more...
On Air: Listeners also have the option to tune their radio dial to WRIU, 90.3 FM to hear the excitement.
OnLine: People living inside or outside the state, can catch the action by simply turning on their computer. Undergraduate Commencement Ceremonies will be webcast live. Here's the link to view and/or download the recording: Codian Internet2 IP VCR (if it asks for a password, click cancel, then go back and try the link again).
Once you're on the site, choose "watch" and select the appropriate media player. Then select your choice of free media player (i.e. Quicktime, Real or Windows) and speed.
Commencement Information (PDF)
Download a complete booklet of information to be prepared for the 2009 Commencement ceremonies.
