CDC changes COVID-19 guidance
A message from Health Services March 18, 2024 URI Health Services has announced that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently changed its isolation guidance for COVID-19 infections. This guidance provides practical recommendations and information to help people at a lower risk for a range of common respiratory viral illnesses, including COVID-19, flu, and […]
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March 18, 2024
Policies available for community comment (contracts, lab cleanout)
March 18, 2024 The Administrative Policy Committee is seeking Community feedback on pendingadministrative policies via the University’s new Policies webpage. The University policies noted below will be available for feedback from the University community on Tuesday, March 19 for two weeks. Please follow this link to access the draft policy as well as the portal […]
Ethics Awareness: Conflicts of Interest
Conflicts of Interest in the workplace March 18, 2024 As professionals we create new paths, take on new responsibilities, grow and evolve our relationships and seek out the best for ourselves and the university. Throughout our endeavors situations may arise leading us toward a potential conflict of interest. Knowing what to look for and avoid […]
URI community invited to due process information session April 10
March 18, 2024 The Division of Administration and Finance invites you to a virtual information session, “Due Process at the University of Rhode Island: Understanding Your Rights and Responsibilities,” to be hosted by the Office of Equal Opportunity on Wednesday, April 10, from noon to 2 p.m. The goal of the event is to increase […]
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March 13, 2024
Ethics Awareness: University Leaders & Managers
LISTEN…and lead by example March 11, 2024 In our role as university leaders and managers we take pride in our work, scholarship and interactions. We hold ourselves and others accountable to high ethical standards as we execute our strategic mission. It is up to each of us to lead by example, listen, and show we […]
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March 11, 2024
URI Ethics Awareness & Reflection
It is our responsibility to SPEAK UP…and share our concerns. March 4, 2024 As members of the URI community, we are on a new path guided by our mission and vision. In the words of URI President Marc Parlange, “Our time is now.” We are empowered and moving forward. While on our path, it is […]
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March 4, 2024
Spring 2024 Student Senate elections March 4-8
March 1, 2024 The spring elections for all Student Senate positions for the 2024-25 academic year will be held March 4 through March 8 on the URInvolved online platform. Voting starts Monday, March 4, at 9 a.m. and ends Friday, March 8, at 4 p.m. The URI Student Senate will be conducting elections for the […]
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March 1, 2024
Celebrate Ethics Awareness Month
It’s up to all of us to uphold high ethical standards. March 1, 2024 We are part of a University of Rhode Island community with an inspiring vision. Our path is an important one. As members of the community, we represent a diverse and inclusive environment and value our work, scholarship, and interactions. Self- and […]
ROTC training scheduled Feb. 28
Feb. 26, 2024 On Wednesday, Feb. 28, URI Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) cadets will conduct training in the North Woods area of the Kingston Campus. This includes the area of the recreational field north of the Flagg Road parking lot, Lot 20. The training will begin around 2 p.m. and continue until 5 p.m. […]
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February 26, 2024
Briar Lane (Lot 1) closure dates
Feb. 26, 2024 Briar Lane (Lot 1) will be closed to all faculty and staff parking on February 26 and 28 and on March 4 and 6 to accommodate prospective students. These events are of critical importance as we continue to recruit our incoming students who will make up the Class of 2028. URI community members with official […]
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February 23, 2024
2024 Excellence in General Education Award: Nominations due by April 5
Feb. 21, 2024 The Office of Innovation in General Education is honored to sponsor the 2023-24 Excellence in General Education Award, which recognizes three members of the URI faculty who are committed to providing students with an intellectually stimulating, challenging and dynamic general education experience. Deserving faculty have demonstrate excellence in the delivery and design […]
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February 21, 2024
Call for nominations: Inclusive Excellence Awards
Feb. 20, 2024 The Office of Community, Equity and Diversity and the Office of the President are seeking nominations for the 2024 Inclusive Excellence Awards. The awards will recognize and honor undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff who have contributed to creating a more inclusive community through research, leadership, teaching, or service. We are […]
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February 20, 2024
Academic Affairs AI Task Force
Feb. 15, 2024 Dear URI Community, The Provost’s Academic Affairs AI Task Force invites the URI community to indicate their interest in participating in a Task Force Subcommittee and/or focus/discussion groups that will be held during the spring semester. These community engagement opportunities are critical to the work of the AI Task Force as we identify the top […]
February 15, 2024
ROTC training scheduled Feb. 14
Feb. 14, 2024 On Wednesday, Feb. 14, URI Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) cadets will conduct training in the North Woods area of the Kingston Campus. This includes the area of the recreational field north of the Flagg Road parking lot, Lot 20. The training will begin around 2 p.m. and continue until 5 p.m. Training […]
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February 14, 2024
Memorial Union elevator out of service
Feb. 9, 2024 Please note that the Memorial Union passenger elevator is currently out of service. The elevator will remain offline until ordered replacement parts arrive for vendor installation. If an urgent need arises, please consult with the on-duty staff in the Memorial Union Operational Service Office (MU-217; 401-874-5290) for direct aid. Operations is making […]
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February 9, 2024
Parking in Emporium lots is discouraged
Feb. 7, 2024 Students, faculty and staff are reminded that their University parking permits do not allow them to park their vehicles in the Kingston Emporium lot or the adjacent lot. These parking lots are privately permitted by the Emporium’s owner. Anyone without an Emporium permit risks having their vehicle ticketed or towed. Thank you.
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February 7, 2024
University policy on Language Access
February 7, 2024 Effective Jan. 22, 2024, the University has instituted a new Language Access Plan, in support of the Policy on Language Access, which may be found by accessing the Administrative Policies webpage. URI’s policy on Language Access promotes meaningful access and equal opportunity for Hearing/Speech Impaired and Limited English Proficient individuals participating in […]
University introduces new Public Safety Advisory Committee
Feb. 6, 2024 Dear URI Community Members, I am pleased to share that the University of Rhode Island is introducing a new Public Safety Advisory Committee designed to encourage community participation in matters related to public safety across our campuses. We are fortunate to have a public safety department that engages broadly with our community […]
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February 6, 2024
Commuter lot off Route 138 to be closed starting Feb. 2
Feb. 2, 2024 The commuter parking lot that serves 3045 Kingstown Road, at the corner of Route 138 and West Independence Way, will be closed starting today, Feb. 2. The lot will be closed through Feb. 29, and is scheduled to reopen March 1. Alternative commuter parking is available nearby in Lot 26 (Keaney), Lot […]
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February 2, 2024
Call for proposals: International Graduate Student Showcase
Jan. 29, 2024 The University of Rhode Island is pleased to announce the Second Annual International Graduate Student Showcase poster session, Wednesday, May 1, at the Center for Biotechnology and Life Sciences. The showcase aims to highlight the exceptional quality and diverse contributions of international graduate students at URI. All international graduate students at URI, […]
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January 29, 2024
Gratitude and hope for the coming year
January 26, 2024 To Our URI Community, As we look to the start of a new semester, I want to take a moment to share my gratitude and my hope for our community in the coming year. Reflection and Appreciation Over the past several months, as we have witnessed the unsettling challenges and the unimaginable […]
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January 26, 2024
University mourns passing of librarian Mary Anne Sumner
Jan. 25, 2024 The University mourns the loss of long-time librarian Mary Anne Sumner, who died Jan. 10 at the age of 69. Mary Anne worked for University Libraries for nearly 40 years, from October 1982 to February 2021, with a four-year lapse to raise her family. Mary Anne is remembered fondly by library staff […]
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January 25, 2024
URI and the United Way team up to make a difference
Jan. 25, 2024 The University of Rhode Island’s Office of Civic Engagement and Action is proud to collaborate with the United Way of Rhode Island’s Volunteer Resource Center to help students, faculty and university staff connect with community organizations, and make a positive impact throughout Rhode Island. The United Way of Rhode Island Volunteer Center is […]
Important parking information for commuting students
Jan. 23, 2024 With the spring 2024 semester underway, Transportation and Parking (TAP) would like to welcome returning and new commuter students who are coming to campus. Each semester brings new changes when it comes to campus parking. TAP has been hard at work implementing new programs and upgrades to make parking as smooth as […]
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January 23, 2024