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Policy available for community comment (malign foreign talent recruitment program prohibition)
Sept. 23, 2024 The Administrative Policy Committee is seeking community feedback on pending administrative policies via the University’s new policies webpage. The University policies noted below will be available for feedback from the University community on Monday, Sept. 23, for two weeks. Please follow this link to access the draft policy as well as the […]
September 23, 2024
A Message from the Dean of Students
Sept. 20, 2024 Dear University of Rhode Island Students, As we begin this new academic year, I want to take a moment to address an important topic. Recently, several URI students were involved in arrests in Narragansett due to reckless and unlawful behavior. These incidents have caused damage not only to the perception of those […]
September 20, 2024
Message from the Office of Equal Opportunity in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month
Sept. 17, 2024 As the University of Rhode Island proudly celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, the Office of Equal Opportunity recognizes the vital contributions Hispanic Americans have made to our nation’s history, culture, and achievements. The observance, which spans from September 15 to October 15, commemorates the heritage of members of 20 Spanish-speaking countries in the […]
September 17, 2024
Doing your part to further community, equity, and diversity at URI
Sept. 16, 2024 Dear URI Community, Welcome to the newest members of our community and welcome back to those returning to URI! I joined the University in January as the vice president for community, equity, and diversity and chief diversity officer. Since then, I have learned a lot from listening to community members in every […]
September 16, 2024
Rhody Football will host faculty and staff appreciation game, Sept. 14
Sept. 12, 2024 Dear Faculty and Staff, We invite you and your family to join us at Meade Stadium this Saturday, Sept. 14, at 6 p.m. for the first faculty and staff appreciation game of the academic year. Rhody Football will host Campbell University in the first CAA matchup of the season. We are offering discounted tickets […]
September 12, 2024
Parking in Emporium lots discouraged
Sept. 10, 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, and anyone without an Emporium permit risks having their vehicle ticketed or towed. Please […]
September 10, 2024
FloURIsh Fest happens Sept. 11
Sept. 9, 2024 This year’s third annual FloURIsh Fest is happening on Wednesday, Sept. 11, hosted by Campus Recreation. Stop by the Quadrangle from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for interactive booths and activities from a variety of departments and organizations to help you floURIsh at the University of Rhode Island. The mission of FloURIsh […]
September 9, 2024
Rhody Shuttle update
Sept. 6, 2024 Due to congestion caused by the current construction on Route 138, the Rhody Shuttle pick up and drop off for Graduate Village will take place at the entrance to the village on Route 138 rather than inside.
September 6, 2024
A message to students from Vice President of Student Affairs Ellen Reynolds
Sept. 6, 2024 Dear Rams, On behalf of the University of Rhode Island’s Student Affairs staff, I extend a warm and heartfelt Welcome Back! I hope your summer was restful and enriching, filled with experiences that have enhanced both your personal and academic journeys and your first week of classes have been enriching. Whether you […]
Beware of phishing emails targeting financial aid information
Sept. 4, 2024 Recently, members of the URI community have received phishing emails urging recipients to complete fake forms related to financial aid and asking them to submit credentials. These emails may ask for sensitive information like your login credentials, e-Campus password, birthdate, or bank mobile login details, often using urgent subject lines such as “Urgent: Immediate […]
September 4, 2024
Registration for Project Connect is open through Sept. 20
Sept. 4, 2024 New to campus? Get connected! The six-week program begins Sept. 16. New students can get to know others and learn more about options at the University via one-hour weekly sessions. It’s the second year for the program, which helps build greater connection and community among students through weekly small-group discussions led by […]
Welcome new and returning commuter students
Sept. 3, 2024 Transportation and Parking would like to welcome new and returning commuter students to campus. Fall 2024 semester parking enforcement begins Tuesday, Sept. 3. TAP has been hard at work implementing new programs and upgrades to make parking as smooth as possible for students. Here are some tips and important things for you […]
September 3, 2024
Check e-Campus for classroom changes
Sept. 3, 2024 As we begin a new semester, the Office of Enrollment Services reminds faculty, staff and students to please check their schedules in e-Campus for any possible classroom changes.
Parking restrictions during move-in weekend
Aug. 27, 2024 Later this week, the University will begin to welcome thousands of new and returning students and their families for the start of the fall semester. On Friday, Aug. 30, fall move-in will officially begin and will continue through Monday, Sept. 2. To accommodate the increase in traffic and to make move-in as […]
August 27, 2024
Celebrating Anne Veeger
August 26, 2024 To Our URI Community, I am writing to share that after more than 35 years of dedicated service to the University of Rhode Island, Anne Veeger will retire from her role as vice provost for academic and faculty initiatives next month. We are grateful to Anne for her leadership and years of service to […]
August 26, 2024
State announces additional findings of EEE and West Nile Virus
A Special Message From the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management August 13, 2024 The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) are announcing that the most recent mosquito samples tested by the Rhode Island State Health Laboratories (RISHL) have confirmed 13 positive findings of Eastern Equine Encephalitis […]
August 13, 2024
Fall Coffee and Conversation
August 5, 2024 Dear URI Faculty and Staff, We are pleased to share that this fall we will be continuing our successful initiative, Coffee and Conversation. Coffee and Conversation, which began this past spring, is a series of informal meetings hosted by us, President Marc Parlange and Provost Barbara Wolfe, to help foster important dialogue […]
August 5, 2024
e-Campus maintenance scheduled Aug. 9–10
July 31, 2024 Please note that all e-Campus modules will be down for scheduled upgrades and maintenance beginning Friday, Aug. 9, at 4:30 p.m. through Saturday, Aug. 10, at approximately 3 p.m. The system will not be accessible during this period. Please plan accordingly. It is recommended that all users clear their browser cache prior […]
July 31, 2024
University adding powerful tool to combat phishing attacks
July 24, 2024 Starting Monday, Aug. 5, the University is launching a powerful tool – ProofPoint PhishAlarm – that will allow community members to report potential phishing emails. Phishing attacks are deceptive attempts to steal your personal information such as passwords, credit card numbers, and sensitive data. ProofPoint PhishAlarm will enhance your email security by […]
July 24, 2024
Electrical substation equipment testing
July 22, 2024 On Thursday, August 1, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., the University will be performing equipment testing at an electrical substation. While we do not expect any electrical outages, there is a small chance a circuit could trip and interrupt power. If this occurs power would be immediately restored. We are providing […]
July 22, 2024
Parking lot maintenance
July 22, 2024 Please be advised that in the coming weeks, several university parking lots will be closed temporarily for maintenance. Please note the dates of these lot closures below, along with alternate parking: Independence Square: On Friday, July 26, Lot 29 (Independence Square) will be closed. Please use Lot 27 (Boss Arena) as an […]
URI Police to hold active threat training exercises July 23-26
July 19, 2024 The URI Police Department will be conducting active threat training exercises beginning Tuesday, July 23, through Friday, July 26. The exercises will take place in Tucker Hall. The area being used during the exercises will be clearly marked with signs indicating police training in progress. On July 23-26, the exercises will take place between 5 p.m. […]
July 18, 2024
Honorary degree nominations due by Oct. 1
July 16, 2024 Each year, the Honorary Degree Committee seeks names of individuals who have distinguished themselves through important contributions to the University, the state of Rhode Island, or the nation—individuals who deserve to be honored by the University and who will bring honor to the University by accepting a URI honorary degree. You are […]
July 16, 2024
Register events for Homecoming Weekend in October
Faculty/staff planning Homecoming events are encouraged to complete form July 9, 2024 Homecoming Weekend will be held Friday, Oct. 25, through Sunday, Oct. 27, this year. This annual celebration includes many reasons for alumni, friends, faculty and staff to come back to campus. As always, the campus community is invited to host and coordinate events […]
July 9, 2024