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Courtney Schmidt, Vice President
Contact: ceschmidt@gso.uri.edu
Courtney entered the Graduate School of Oceanography in 2006 to pursue a PhD. She became involved with GAU in 2007, and has remained active in both organizations. Courtney has held many positions: Member at Large (2007-2008), Vice President (2008-2011), and President (2011-present). In addition, she has represented GAU at two National Conferences. She earned a Masters of Science in Oceanography (2009) and is currently a PhD candidate.
Stephen Marchand, Past President
Contact: marchand@my.uri.ed
Peter Waite, Vice President
Contact: peter_waite@my.uri.edu
Currently in his second year as a Masters Teaching Assistant at The University of Rhode Island, Peter Waite is the Vice-President of the Graduate Assistant’s Union and an active performer and composer in the local musical community. The recipient of music degrees from Schenectady College, Westfield University and The Berklee College of Music, he has acted as a guest lecturer and adjudicator on music theory and performance practice at multiple schools and music programs including The University of Rhode Island Community Music Program, Westfield University College for Kids, North Kingstown Highschool, The South Kingstown Performance Festival, and Frenchwoods Festival of the Performing Arts. Peter hopes to continue his studies at the doctoral level beginning the fall of 2012 as he works toward a career as a professor of music.
Pratheesh Omana Sudhakaran, Treasurer
prathubfsc@gmail.com
I am a 3rd year PhD student of Department of Environment and Natural Resource Economics. I am currently working on consumer behavior and local seafood marketing.
Alexis Lyman, Grievance Chair
Contact: sham71@my.uri.edu
I am a native Rhode Islander. Obtained undergraduate degrees from the University of Rhode Island - majoring in Psychology and Philosophy. Juris Doctor from the University of Iowa College of Law. Currently, a master's student in Labor Relations and Human Resources, concentrating in Labor Relations, with an anticipated graduation date of May 19. 2012. I am a member of the URI Work-Life committee. I am a volunteer coach for BGYSA for both a co-ed U6 recreational team and boys U8 competitive team.
Shira Hirshberg - Secretary
I'm a third year student in the Nutrition Department and this is my second year with the GAU. I am a teaching assistant for NFS337: Scientific Principles of Food II. I am a runner and a white water kayaker and I volunteer for a non-profit called The Student Leadership Training Program, training middle and high school students in leadership skills.
Announcements
Health Services Hours of Operation
Winter Break Schedule
Medical Services/Clinic Hours during break:
Tuesday, January 4th – Friday, January 7th from 11 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Monday, January 10th – Friday, January 14th from 11 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 18th – Friday, January 21st from 11 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (closed Monday, January 17th in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Day).
Semester Schedule
Monday-Friday: 8:00 am - 8:00pm
Appointments: 9:00 am to 7:30 pm
Weekends & Holidays: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Physician Services: 12:00-4:00 pm
Pharmacy: 12:30 to 4:00 pm
Nursing, Medical Records: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Quick Contacts:
Routine Exams, Allergy Shots? 874-4751
Emergency? 874-2121
Not feeling well, need urgent care? 874-2675
Immunizations? 874-4612
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Board of Governors Meeting:
Monday, January 24, 2010
RIC Ballroom
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President's Column
President Stephen Marchand
MEETINGS
General Membership Meeting -
Spring General membership Meeting - TBA in April