URI’s faculty, staff and students visited the Rhode Island State House on Thursday to give lawmakers and other state leaders a first-hand look at the impact the University has across the state, New England region, and nation.

URI Day at the State House featured interactive exhibits highlighting the University’s broad educational and research activities and showcased URI as one of Rhode Island’s greatest assets, helping to improve the lives of all those who live, work and learn in the Ocean State.

Here are some of the highlights: