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A Note about the Board of Trustees February 2023 Meeting
March 20, 2023 Dear Members of Our URI Community, Last month, the University’s Board of Trustees held its first meeting of 2023, which took place virtually. Already, we have had a very busy spring semester on our campuses and in the community, and these meetings allow us to think critically and strategically about the vision […]
March 20, 2023
e-Campus maintenance is complete
March 20, 2023 Maintenance for Student e-Campus, Human Resources e-Campus and Financials e-Campus has been completed and all systems are back online. It is recommended that all users clear their browser cache prior to logging into the system. Should you need additional assistance, please contact the IT Service Desk at (401) 874-HELP or (401) 874-4357, or […]
New Rhody Report It Tool
Created to support the URI Community uri.edu/rhody-report-it/ March 20, 2022 Have you ever been in a situation where you saw someone do something concerning? Ever find yourself worried or concerned about someone’s behavior and not know what to do or who to tell? The new Rhody Report It tool can help. It is an online […]
Introducing our interim vice president for research
March 17, 2023 To Our URI Community, I am pleased to share that Bethany Jenkins, professor of cell and molecular biology and oceanography, has been appointed interim vice president for research and economic development, effective April 8, 2023. Elevating our research enterprise and emphasizing public scholarship are central components of our new strategic plan, Focus […]
March 17, 2023
Mobile blood drive in honor of Professor Emeritus Leo Carroll
March 17, 2023 A blood drive in honor of Leo Carroll, professor emeritus of sociology and criminology & criminal justice, will be held Wednesday, March 22, from 1 to 7 p.m., at Christ the King Church, 180 Old North Road In Kingston. To schedule an appointment to donate a pint of blood, visit the Rhode […]
e-Campus maintenance scheduled March 17-20
March 14, 2023 Please note that Student e-Campus, Human Resources e-Campus and Financials e-Campus will be down for scheduled upgrades and maintenance beginning Friday, March 17, at 3 p.m. The system will be down through the weekend. The system is expected to be back online by 8 a.m. on Monday, March 20. Please plan accordingly. It […]
March 14, 2023
Ethics Awareness: University Leaders & Managers
LISTEN UP…and show we care March 13, 2023 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’s up to each of us to lead by example, listen, and show we […]
March 13, 2023
Sharing news of a leadership transition in research
March 9, 2023 To Members of Our URI Community, I am writing to share that Peter Snyder has informed me of his decision to step down from his position as vice president for research and economic development and chair of the URI Research Foundation board, effective April 8. Peter will continue to serve on the […]
March 9, 2023
ROTC training scheduled March 8
March 8, 2023 On Wednesday, March 8, 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 […]
March 7, 2023
Introducing our new VP for student affairs
March 6, 2023 To Our URI Community, I am pleased to announce that Ellen Reynolds has been appointed vice president for student affairs, effective March 1, following a comprehensive national search. Ellen has served as interim vice president since last February, providing an outstanding level of leadership, and I look forward to working closely with […]
March 6, 2023
Investigation into unsubstantiated social media post
March 6, 2023 To Our University of Rhode Island Community, We are aware of an unsubstantiated threat made through a post on the social media platform Yik Yak. The post, which did not specifically mention the University and has since been deleted, was reported to URI Police, which launched an immediate investigation, working closely with […]
Ethics Awareness: All Employees
It is our responsibility to SPEAK UP…and share our concerns March 6, 2023 We are all responsible for maintaining a positive ethical workplace. To be successful in achieving our strategic mission we must hold ourselves accountable to high ethical standards and encourage others to do the same. When in danger of a violation, it is […]
URI 101 Mentors Needed – apply by March 20
March 2, 2023 Applications are now open for URI 101 mentors for the fall 2023 semester; new and returning mentors should apply by March 20 to serve as mentors for incoming students in URI 101 (Planning for Academic Success), a required class for all incoming students. URI 101 helps new URI students transition to college. […]
March 2, 2023
Celebrate Ethics Awareness Month
It’s up to all of us to create a more ethical culture March 1, 2023 As members of the University of Rhode Island community, we are committed to high-quality education, community engagement, and solving the world’s most important challenges. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment for all. Accomplishing this mission demands integrity, […]
March 1, 2023
Student Senate elections being held online
March 1, 2023 Spring 2023 Student Senate elections for all senate positions for 2023-2024 are being conducted online on the digital platform Campus Labs, which was purchased by the senate. To be held today, March 1 (beginning at 12:15 a.m.) and Thursday, March 2 (concluding at 11:45 p.m.), elections will be held for the following […]
February 28, 2023
Excellence in General Education Award: Nominations due by April 7
Feb. 28, 2023 The Office of Innovation in General Education is honored to sponsor the 2022-2023 Excellence in General Education Award, which recognizes two members of the URI faculty who are committed to providing students with an intellectually stimulating, challenging and dynamic general education experience. Deserving faculty consistently demonstrate excellence in the delivery and design […]
Adverse weather policy in effect
Feb. 27, 2023 Governor Dan McKee has announced that the State of Rhode Island will be implementing an adverse weather policy for state employees tomorrow, Feb. 28, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., due to the forecast for severe weather conditions. The State of Rhode Island will be open for business as normal. State employees […]
February 27, 2023
Weather Alert: Schedule Modifications for Tuesday, Feb. 28
Feb. 27, 2023 The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Rhode Island, with plowable snow expected tonight and into tomorrow morning. As a result, the University of Rhode Island is making the following schedule and parking modifications: CLASSES Evening classes on Monday, Feb. 27, will meet as scheduled. Classes on Tuesday, […]
Sean Edmund Rogers has been named dean of the URI College of Business
Feb. 27, 2023 Dear Members of Our URI Community, I am pleased to share that following a competitive national search, Sean Edmund Rogers, Ph.D., has been named dean of the University of Rhode Island College of Business and Alfred J. Verrecchia-Hasbro Inc. Leadership Chair in Business, effective June 4, 2023. Sean has been an integral […]
URI names John Poehlmann to new AVP for financial strategy and planning position
Feb. 24, 2023 Dear URI Community, We are pleased to announce the appointment of John J. Poehlmann to the new position of assistant vice president for financial strategy and planning. John comes to URI from the University of North Carolina Wilmington and brings with him more than 10 years of experience in financial and strategic […]
February 24, 2023
Cold weather warning: Ensure windows are closed and secured before leaving for weekend
Feb. 24 2023 Frigid weather warning Facilities Operations wants the campus community to be aware of a change in the weather that will drop temperatures into the low teens this weekend. The facilities team asks members of the University community to ensure windows and doors are closed and secured before leaving for the weekend. Leaving […]
Briar Lane (Lot 1) closed Feb. 23 and 24
Lot 1 (Briar Lane) will be closed Thursday, Feb. 23, and Friday, Feb. 24 from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to faculty and staff. We ask for your cooperation so that the University is able to offer a convenient place to park for prospective students and their families as they visit the Kingston Campus. Alternative […]
February 22, 2023
United Against Hate Workshop, March 2
Feb. 22, 2023 On Thursday, March 2, the University of Rhode Island Department of Public Safety, in collaboration with the Tri-County Community Action Agency, will host a workshop to discuss effective strategies to prevent and respond to hate crimes. The event, “United Against Hate: Identifying, Reporting, and Preventing Acts of Hate,” will be held from […]
Call for Applications: Student Representative to URI Board of Trustees
Application deadline is Feb. 28 Feb. 20, 2023 Applications have opened for the next Student Representative to the URI Board of Trustees, the University’s governing body. URI’s Board of Trustees seeks to be representative of the diverse skills and voices of the University. The student representative will be appointed by the President for up to […]
February 20, 2023