The University is providing guidance and updates related to federal actions.
University-sanctioned absences
Sept. 9, 2026 As we start a new semester, we want to remind all members of the URI community of policies regarding absences due to religious observance, military service, and participation in University-sanctioned events, including athletics. Please familiarize yourself with the University Manual policies on religious observance (6.20.10 and 8.51.11), military service (8.51.12), and University-sanctioned […]
September 9, 2026
Faculty/Staff Parking Permit Renewal
Sept. 7, 2026 Faculty/Staff parking permits for the 2026-27 calendar year are available now. You may renew your virtual permit online by signing into your parking account with your URI credentials. When renewing your permit, please have the following information ready: Please note: Once you complete the checkout, a confirmation receipt will be sent to […]
September 8, 2026
Check e-Campus for classroom changes
Sept. 8, 2026 As a new semester begins, faculty, staff and students are reminded to please check their schedules in e-Campus for any possible classroom changes.
URI Football Welcome Back Game, Sept. 12: Faculty/Staff discount available
Sept. 4, 2026 Dear Faculty and Staff, Welcome back to campus! We invite you and your family to join us for URI Football’s Welcome Back Game on Saturday, Sept. 12, at 12 p.m., as the Rams take on Elon at Centerville Bank Stadium in Pawtucket. Following back-to-back CAA Football championships, the defending conference champion Rams are […]
September 4, 2026
Drinking water quality report
September 4, 2026 Dear URI Faculty, Staff, and Students: The Rhode Island PFAS in Drinking Water, Groundwater, and Surface Waters Act from 2022 and amended in 2023 requires public water systems in Rhode Island to regularly sample for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The new law set an interim standard for PFAS in drinking water […]
Family Weekend planning for campus partners
Sept. 2, 2026 This year’s Family Weekend will be held Oct. 23-25 and URI’s Office of Student Involvement is calling on all campus partners to help bring the energy. Campus departments and all members of the campus community are invited to join the Family Weekend celebration by hosting/coordinating an event. Whether it’s an open-house-style program, […]
September 2, 2026
Honorary degree nominations due Oct. 1
September 2, 2026 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 […]
Bills Road Closure
On Wednesday, Sept. 2, Bills Road will be closed to vehicular traffic from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The closure will span from the west side of Lot 6 to the intersection of Upper College Road. Please use caution and follow detour signage. This temporary closure is necessary to allow for the installation of an […]
August 31, 2026
Parking restrictions during move-in weekend
Aug. 31, 2026 Later this week, the University will welcome thousands of new and returning students and their families for fall move-in and the start of the fall semester. To accommodate the increase in traffic and to make move-in as smooth as possible for our students and families, the following parking lots will be closed […]
New University Procedure: Monitoring, Recording, and Remediating Environmental Health and Safety Compliance Violations
August 27, 2026 In 2024, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) procured an all-in-one laboratory software platform, Onsite Systems, to improve laboratory safety and functionality for EHS and lab users. Included in this software is the inspection module. Laboratory inspections are the single most important activity that EHS and lab users should employ on a regular […]
August 27, 2026
Participate in December’s WinterFest
August 26, 2026 With URI Football set to play home games at Centreville Bank Stadium for the upcoming season, Homecoming will look a little different. This year, Homecoming will be a season of events beginning with an alumni bus trip to the Governor’s Cup (URI vs. Brown) football game in Pawtucket on Oct. 3 and […]
August 26, 2026
Check Starfish for academic advisor changes
August 24, 2026 As a new semester begins, students are reminded to please check their advisor assignment in e-Campus and/or Starfish for any academic advisor changes. In addition, some advisors’ office locations may have changed. Academic advisors are located in the following buildings:
August 25, 2026
Three new or revised University policies take effect
Aug. 24, 2026 The University has revised the Policy on Adverse Weather and Other Emergencies (01.110.3), and approved a new Policy on IT Data, Systems, and Services (07.105.1), both with an effective date of Aug 21. Additionally, the University has approved a new Policy on Textbook and Course Material Adoption (03.102.1) with an effective date […]
August 24, 2026
Registration for Project Connect is open through Sept. 22
August 17, 2026 New to campus? Get connected! Registration for Project Connect opens Aug. 25. The six-week program begins Sept. 14. New students can get to know others and learn more about the University via one-hour weekly sessions. The program helps build connection and community through weekly small-group discussions led by student peer facilitators. New […]
August 17, 2026
Flagg Road closure Aug. 18-19
August 17, 2026 Flagg Road will be closed from Butterfield to Tootell/Plains Road on Tuesday, Aug. 18, and Wednesday, Aug. 19, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Detour signage and secure traffic details will be in place. Please use caution when traveling in the area.
URI Security Alert: Beware of Email Scams
August 13, 2026 Dear URI community, URI is seeing an increase in scam emails offering free high-value items in exchange for shipping fees or other payments. Do not respond, send money, or provide personal or financial information. These messages may offer MacBook Pros, guitars, gaming consoles, vehicles, or other expensive items at little or no […]
August 13, 2026
University mourns the loss of professor emeritus Harold Bibb
July 30, 2026 The University mourns the loss of Professor Emeritus Harold David Bibb, of Kingston, who passed away at the South County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on July 23. He was 86 years old. Born in Centralia, Illinois, to the late Harold David Sr. and Corine Nelson Bibb, he was always proud to share […]
July 30, 2026
Overnight travel along Flagg Road
July 21, 2026 On July 21, Gilbane will begin delivering 16’ wide modular building units for the new University housing project to the project site located on Flagg Road. Deliveries will take place weeknights between the hours of 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. Escorts and police details will accompany each load. Please note that Gilbane […]
July 21, 2026
Vice President for Research Interim Appointment
July 21, 2026 Dear Members of the URI Community, Following a nomination process that included thoughtful input from across our University community, we are pleased to announce the appointment of Brenton DeBoef as interim vice president for research and economic development, effective July 26. We are grateful to everyone who shared nominations and perspectives to […]
Weather alert: Heat advisory, voluntary campus-wide energy conservation measures
July 14, 2026 Due to the hot and humid weather forecast for the New England and Mid-Atlantic region Tuesday through Wednesday evening, the National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for the area. Extreme heat and humidity can significantly increase the risk of heat-related illness, particularly for vulnerable populations. Please take appropriate precautions, including […]
July 14, 2026
Campus Store: Temporary closure July 13-Aug. 2
July 7, 2026 The URI Campus Store will be temporarily closed July 13 through Aug. 2 as it begins a store refresh. During this time, you are encouraged to visit http://campusstore.uri.edu/ to browse the store selection and place orders online. Should you need assistance during this closure, please contact store staff via email at: uri@bkstr.com […]
July 7, 2026
URI Police to hold active threat training exercises July 14-17
July 7, 2026 The URI Police Department will be conducting active threat training exercises beginning Tuesday, July 14, through Friday, July 17. The exercises will take place in Hillside Hall. The area being used during the exercises will be clearly marked with signs indicating police training in progress. On July 14-16th, the exercises will take […]
Weather alert: Extreme heat watch, voluntary campus-wide energy conservation measures
Please take appropriate precautions to ensure safety June 30, 2026 Due to the hot and humid weather forecast for the New England and Mid-Atlantic region Wednesday through Sunday, the National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Watch for the area. Extreme heat and humidity can significantly increase the risk of heat-related illness, particularly for […]
June 30, 2026
New and revised University policies
June 30, 2026 The University has revised the Policy on Hazing (01.112.2) and approved a new Policy on HIPAA Privacy and Security (01.114.1), both with an effective date of June 26. Policy on HazingThis revised policy is designed to promote safety, encourage accountability, and comply with federal and state laws. Hazing is strictly prohibited as […]