KINGSTON, R.I. — May 19, 2000 — Alumni, faculty, and staff are welcome to participate in “Colleges on the Quad” on Saturday, June 3,as part of the University of Rhode Island’s Alumni Weekend.
From 2 to 4 p.m., colorful tents and the sounds of jazz will fill the Kingston Quadrangle, as strollers enjoy desserts and information from URI’s Academic Colleges.
There is no charge for those who want to enjoy the Quad on a beautiful spring day. For further information, contact the Alumni Association at 401-874-2242.You can also go to the Web site at http://advance.uri.edu/events.htm and click on Alumni Weekend 2000.
“We thought this would be a wonderful way to showcase our colleges and what they have to offer in a relaxed atmosphere,” said Jennifer Durand, assistant director of alumni relations. “It’s a time for ouralumni to re-connect with their faculty and deans.”
So far, the Colleges participating are Arts and Sciences, Business Administration,Engineering and Environment and Life Sciences.
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For Information: Jennifer Durand 401-874-4536, Dave Lavallee 401-874-2116