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Honoring Our Veterans
A message from the Office of Equal Opportunity Nov. 4, 2024 Dear Colleagues: As the University of Rhode Island prepares to observe Veterans Day on Nov. 11, our community joins together in honoring those who have served our nation. We celebrate the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of each of the veterans represented in our community. […]
November 4, 2024
Division of Research and Economic Development update regarding InfoEd Grants Management System
System will be inaccessible from Nov. 8 at 7 a.m. through Nov. 9 at 1 p.m. EST Nov. 4, 2024 The InfoEd Grants Management System will be inaccessible from Friday, Nov. 8, at 7 a.m. to Saturday, Nov. 9, at 1 p.m. This will prevent proposal submissions during this downtime. InfoEd will be migrating to […]
A major milestone in PFAS removal from URI water supply
Oct. 31, 2024 To Our URI Community, Last fall we shared that the University was embarking on an aggressive strategy to eliminate per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from the campus drinking water supply. This effort prioritizes community health and complies with new State of Rhode Island legislation regarding drinking water standards related to PFAS. I […]
October 31, 2024
Volunteer to support URI’s “Yes on 2” effort
Oct. 31, 2024 On November 5, Rhode Island voters will have an opportunity to demonstrate their support for the University of Rhode Island and Rhode Island College by voting “YES” on Question 2, approving a higher education bond for Rhode Island. The “Yes on 2” committee is looking for volunteers to stand at key polling […]
URI Compass Comp Project Update
Oct. 30, 2024 Dear URI Faculty and Staff, In May, we shared information regarding the launch of Compass Comp, a comprehensive study of the University of Rhode Island’s classification and compensation system for non-classified employees. This project builds on URI’s commitment to foster an inclusive, people-centered culture and supports our efforts to attract, retain, and grow […]
October 30, 2024
ROTC training scheduled Oct. 30
Oct. 30, 2024 On Wednesday, Oct. 30, 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. […]
Your experience at URI matters. Share your feedback
Oct. 29, 2024 To Our URI Community, Before the end of the day, I hope you’ll take just a few minutes to complete the Fall 2024 Campus Climate Survey and share your experiences at the University. Designed to take seven minutes or less—I did it in just three—the survey is completely anonymous and we encourage you to […]
October 29, 2024
University mourns the passing of Professor Emeritus John R. Leo
Oct. 29, 2024 It is with great sadness that the URI Department of English announces the death, on Sept. 25, of Professor Emeritus John R. Leo, from Alzheimer’s disease. An irrepressible quipster with a sharp intellect and even sharper tongue, John leaves behind many friends, not a few enemies, and several generations of students who […]
Tips for a safe and healthy Halloween
Oct. 28, 2024 Dear Students, We hope you’re enjoying the fall semester here in New England! With the cool autumn air, vibrant fall colors, and pumpkin-spiced treats all around, October is an exciting time, especially as Halloween approaches. We want everyone to enjoy this festive season, and to do so safely while contributing to a […]
October 28, 2024
A message regarding proposed use of University property regulations
Oct. 25, 2024 Dear URI Community Members, Earlier this month, the University invited community feedback on proposed regulations regarding the use of University property. We are encouraged by the robust faculty, staff, and student engagement in the community comment process. To invite additional community feedback, we have extended the deadline for comment to Nov. 15, […]
October 25, 2024
Register now for Winter J Term
Oct. 25, 2024 The University of Rhode Island Office of Summer Sessions and Winter J Term is thrilled to announce that registration for 2025 Winter J Term courses opens Monday, Oct. 28. This exciting opportunity allows students to earn credits during winter break which occurs the first 3 weeks of January, helping to accelerate their […]
Parking restrictions for Family Weekend
Oct. 25, 2024 With Family Weekend this Friday, Nov. 1, and Saturday, Nov. 2, some parking changes are necessary to accommodate guests for weekend events. All changes concern Plains Road Lot 25. Beginning Thursday, Oct. 31 at 10 p.m., through Saturday, Nov. 2 at 8 p.m., there will be no parking in the southeast corner […]
October 24, 2024
Comment period extended for proposed Board of Trustees regulations (Use of University Property)
Oct. 24, 2024 The University of Rhode Island is extending the period for community comments on the proposed regulations regarding the Use of University Property. Comments may be submitted using the same mechanism used for the solicitation of community comments on administrative policies. Please follow this link to access the draft regulations as well as […]
October 23, 2024
A reminder to share your feedback on inclusion at URI
Oct. 23, 2024 Dear URI Students, Faculty, and Staff, The University of Rhode Island strategic plan, Focus URI, prioritizes fostering an inclusive culture at the University. To help assess our progress toward this strategic priority, we have launched a short climate survey and are encouraging members of the University community — current faculty, staff and […]
Deadline approaching for this year’s student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge
Oct. 23, 2024 Students are encouraged to apply now for this year’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge. This year’s challenge has democracy as its theme, inviting students from any major to generate creative ideas addressing social, political, environmental, and economic problems. Any URI student can join the fall 2024 challenge, designed to complement this fall’s Honors […]
Notice of treatment and disposal of reactive chemical waste on Oct. 23
This message is on behalf of the University’s Department of Environmental Health and Safety Oct. 21, 2024 The University of Rhode Island Environmental Health and Safety Department, alongwith Clean Earth Waste Solutions, will oversee the removal, treatment and disposal ofreactive/shock sensitive hazardous waste from certain locations on campus. These chemicals will be removed from the […]
October 21, 2024
Parking restrictions for Homecoming Weekend
Oct. 21, 2024 With Homecoming Weekend this Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25 and 26, parking changes are necessary to accommodate guests for weekend events. All changes concern Plains Road Lot 25. There will be no parking in the southeast corner of Lot 25 from 10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, through 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26. […]
October 18, 2024
Join a campus planning forum on Oct. 17
A message from the URI Division of Administration and Finance. Oct. 16, 2024 All University of Rhode Island students, faculty, and staff are invited to a community forum on the University’s new Comprehensive Campus Plan on Thursday, Oct. 17, from 4 to 6 p.m., in Memorial Union, Atrium 1. The forum will aim to gather […]
October 16, 2024
Call for proposals: 2025 Innovative Education Conference
Oct. 15, 2024 The Office for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning (ATL) is inviting faculty proposals for its annual URI Innovative Education Conference, which will be held virtually on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. The theme for 2025 is “Navigating Wicked Problems Through Higher Education.” ATL encourages submissions that create opportunities for critical and creative […]
October 15, 2024
Updated University policy on Student-Athlete Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)
Oct. 11, 2024 Effective October 10, the University has updated its policy on Student-Athlete Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). This policy can be found at the University’s Administrative Policies webpage. Student-Athlete Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) The University’s policy on Student-Athlete Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) [link: https://web.uri.edu/policies/find/?_sf_s=nil] provides guidelines for student-athletes and their development […]
October 11, 2024
Proposed Board of Trustees regulations available for comment (use of University property)
Oct. 9, 2024 The University of Rhode Island is seeking feedback from the URI community on proposed regulations regarding the use of University property. Comments may be submitted using the same mechanism used for the solicitation of community comments on administrative policies. Please follow this link to access the draft regulations as well as the […]
October 9, 2024
University to conduct test of its emergency notification systems Tuesday, Oct. 15
Oct. 9, 2024 The University will conduct a test of its emergency notification systems, including the RAVE Emergency Alert system, on Tuesday, October 15, at 9 a.m. Registered campus community members will receive notifications through URI’s official Emergency Alert system. You are automatically registered for this service as a URI community member, but please make sure […]
PRESS funding available for science-based seafood projects
Pre-proposals are due Nov. 25 Oct. 8, 2024 URI faculty are invited to apply now for PRESS funds for seafood systems research, in which researchers pair with industry to develop needed research into the science of seafood. The Partnership for Research Excellence in Sustainable Seafood (PRESS) funds are available for science-based projects that apply research, […]
October 8, 2024
Important information for spring registration
Oct. 3, 2024 As you prepare to register for classes for the upcoming spring 2025 semester, you are reminded to please review your Task tile in eCampus for any “Holds” or outstanding “To Do” items. Incomplete items in your Task tile could interfere with your ability to register. Prior to selecting classes for next semester, […]
October 3, 2024