Toward a more colorful lineup

Their aim: more women of color on the waves

Marine lawyer and URI Professor Emeritus Dennis Nixon

Marine Forensics

Maritime lawyer, URI Marine Affairs Professor Emeritus Dennis Nixon to deliver lecture on forensics in maritime law, ‘Ships Don’t Leave Skid Marks.’

Fri., Oct. 6

URI Quad Fest

All members of the University community are invited to URI's 3rd annual Quad Fest, featuring music, events, food, student groups, and more.

Thurs., Oct. 5, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Rhody Pride

Participate in the University's Day of Giving, and join URI alumni, faculty, students, staff, parents, and friends in supporting URI students and programs.

Thurs., Oct. 5

Humanities Series

Renowned poet Kwame Dawes to give reading as part of College of Arts and Sciences’ 75th anniversary celebration, Humanities ‘Innovations in Storytelling’ series.

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