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URI Graduation Highlights: Student Stories of Resilience and Community Support
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Rhode Island's Own Viola Davis Inspires URI Graduates to Promote Love and Healing
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URI Celebrates Class of 2024: Local Graduates Highlight Community Support at Commencement
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SK, EP lead the Providence Journal Student of the Week poll. Cast your vote
Students from South Kingstown and East Providence dominate the nominations for The Providence Journal's Student of the Week and that continues to be the case this week. Below you will find the nominations for The Providence Journal's Student of the Week initiative and it's time for you to pick the best of the best.
Celebrating Achievements: URI Commencement Weekend 2024 in Kingston
The University of Rhode Island (URI) is preparing for its 2024 Commencement, scheduled from May 17 to May 19 at the Kingston Campus. Approximately 40,000 people are expected to attend, celebrating the graduation of 3,395 undergraduates and 774 graduate students. The ceremonies will take place at the Thomas M. Ryan Center and will be spread across eight college-based events over three days.
URI Senior Wins Fulbright to Teach and Learn in Greece
Faith Simonini, a senior at the University of Rhode Island (URI) majoring in English and education, has received a Fulbright scholarship to study and work in Greece. This award is a significant achievement in her academic career, which started with concerns about the financial implications of attending a local university. However, her time at URI has been transformative, equipping her with the skills and confidence to engage in international opportunities.
La Salle baseball keeps grinding; how it fared against South Kingstown
PROVIDENCE — The next couple of weeks could do everything to change how La Salle will remember this baseball season. This hasn’t been a vintage version of the Rams to date but there is still hope. The runner-up in Division I last year has the talent on paper to make another deep playoff push and Tuesday's game at Toti Baseball Diamond served as evidence. ...
Westerly, May 16 High School 🏐 Game Notice
There are 2 high school 🏐 games in Westerly. The Barrington High School volleyball team will have a game with Westerly High School on May 16, 2024, 16:00:00 CST. The Barrington High School volleyball team will have a game with Westerly High School on May 16, 2024, 17:30:00 CST.
Local Greek Life at URI Honored as 2024 Y HEROES by Greater Providence YMCA
The University of Rhode Island's Greek Life has received the 2024 Y HEROES award from the YMCA of Greater Providence. This award, given for their significant community service and philanthropy, was presented at the YMCA 2024 Heroes Celebration at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Warwick on May 14, 2024. Victoria Johnson and Nathan Goulart, leaders from URI's Greek Life, accepted the award on behalf of their 3,400 members across 18 fraternities and 12 sororities.
URI Graduate from Providence Shines in Biological Sciences, Aiming to Enhance Scientific Accessibility
Alberto Paz, a graduate from the University of Rhode Island's College of the Environment and Life Sciences, has a strong background in biological sciences. Raised in Providence, Paz began exploring science during a two-week high school program at URI, where he conducted chemical experiments. He later pursued a degree in biological sciences, conducting research under Associate Professor Ying Zhang.
'He checked every box': Norwich Free Academy introduces new head football coach
When Dylan Schroth was growing up in Westerly, Norwich Free Academy was like Tuscaloosa for him and his football playing friends. One of Schroth’s coaching heroes was, indeed, Paul “Bear” Bryant and on Friday afternoon NFA officials introduced Schroth as the school’s new head football coach. “The respect this place commands and the prestige...
URI Campus Update: Steam Heating System Overhaul Begins May 20, Expect Area Closures
The University of Rhode Island will begin upgrading its steam heating and hot water system on May 20, 2024. This $5.7 million project, overseen by the university's Facilities Group and the Office of Capital Projects, will replace old infrastructure and improve system efficiency. The work includes installing new steam lines and replacing a 43-year-old emergency interconnection. Key campus areas like Hammerschlag Mall, Farmhouse Road, and the Elephant Walk will be affected.
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