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These awards recognize undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of the University who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to advancing inclusion, equity, and belonging at URI through community leadership, academic excellence, and service. Nominations are an opportunity to uplift individuals whose work and impact strengthen our community and reflect URI’s values.

At our annual alumni panel event, student scholars can hear from accomplished alumni from a range of fields. Panelist share their experiences and challenges as professionals of color.

Taking a break from studying to exercise and move your body helps you concentrate. Catherine, one of our group exercise instructors gives you cardio, strength, and balance options in this 5-minute exercise break. #uricampusrec

Taking a break from studying to exercise and move your body helps you concentrate. Lauren, one of our group exercise instructors gives you a full-body workout in this 5-minute exercise break. #uricampusrec

Watch this week’s 5 Cent Cigar Newscast! - - - Newscast Producer/Editor: Morganne Judd (’26)Cigar News Host: Ella Gerdts (‘28)[Susustainability] Stephen Russo (‘26) Staff Reporter[Eco-Bricks] Stephen Russo (‘26) Staff Reporter[Band Battle] Eliza White (‘29) Contributing ReporterRhody Sports Corner: Written and Hosted by: Charlie Adams (‘28) Sports Editor[WBB] Tyler Pinheiro (‘28) Contributing Sports ReporterTech Crew: Jeff Fountain - Manager, Broadcast Center and Video Production Engineer Riley Maynard (‘28) - Broadcast Studio Center Producer Adriana Correia Ribeiro (‘26) - Broadcast Studio Center Audio Mixer

Watch this Week’s 5 Cent Cigar Newscast! - - - Newscast Producer/Editor: Morganne Judd (‘26)Cigar News Host: Sadie Brandt (‘27)[Tri-Force] Stephen Russo (‘26) Staff Reporter[March Madness MOTS] Gerard Villemenay (‘26) Contributing Sports Reporter[SXSW] Morganne Judd (‘26) Newscast Producer/EditorRhody Sports Corner: Written and Hosted by: Charlie Adams (‘28) Sports Editor[WBB March Madness] Michael Petraske (‘27) Sports Staff ReporterTech Crew: Jeff Fountain - Manager, Broadcast Center and Video Production Engineer Riley Maynard (‘28) - Broadcast Studio Center Producer Adriana Correia Ribeiro (‘26) - Broadcast Studio Center Audio MixerCONTACT THE CIGAR: The Univ. of Rhode Island, 50 Lower College Road Kingston, RI 02881, Memorial Union 125 - Compositor’s/Advertising Desk - 401.874.2508 - uricigarads@gmail.com editorial - uricigar@gmail.com Ads - uricigarads@gmail.com Sports -uricigarsports@gmail.com Newscast - 5centcigarnewsuri@gmail.com www.rhodycigar.com

Rhode Island vice president/director of athletics Pat Lyons is introduced March 11, 2026

Follow along as three teams compete to create the best album cover in one hour using their randomly generated music genre!

Meet the faces of the 2024 Daily Ram Crew! A team comprised of URI film students working to create online entertainment content.Producer & Editor: Morgan SchultzInstagram: @thedailyramuri TikTok: @thedailyramuri

Our Crash Culinary Series are simple recipes using easy to find ingredients that you can make in your residence hall or apartment with basic equipment. Healthy options for snacking, meals, and more.

URI Crash Culinary Series: Making stir fry with URI's Chef Aaron. Fusion at Mainfare Dining Hall offers these customized made-to-order stir fry dishes.

Congratulations! Welcome to the University of Rhode Island! #InAtURI | @uriadmission Accepted students, learn more about us: https://uri.edu/newram/ Attend one of our signature Welcome Days for accepted students. Saturday, March 28 Saturday, April 11 Sunday, April 19