President Parlange will present his annual State of the University Address, followed by a barbecue on the lawn of the President’s House.Date: Friday, September 19, 2025 Time: • 4:00–5:00 p.m. – State of the University Address at Edwards Hall • 5:30–7:30 p.m. – Barbecue on the President’s LawnThe event is open to all URI Students, faculty and staff members. RSVP by September 16 as space is limited.For those unable to attend in person, a livestream of the event will be available.For more information, please contact the Office of University Events at 401.874.2864.

President Marc B. Parlange invites you to attend the annualSTATE OF THE UNIVERSITY ADDRESSFriday, September 19, 2025 from 4:00 to 5:00pm Edwards Hall, University of Rhode Island 64 Upper College Road, Kingston, Rhode IslandFollowing the address, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends are invited to a casual and fun barbecue featuring lawn games and cookout fare5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the President's House, 56 Upper College Road, Kingston. RSVP Here Please respond by September 16. Space is limited | For those unable to attend in person, a livestream of the event will be available.For more information, please contact the Office of University Events at 401.874.2864.The University of Rhode Island strives to provide inclusive access to events. If you need a reasonable accommodation or have a question about accessing this event, please call 401.874.2864 at least five business days in advance. For TTY assistance, please call the R.I. Relay Service at 711.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Join Hillel, the Jewish student center on campus, for our Shabbat service and dinner during Homecoming weekend!Please click here to register!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Join us for an Open House-Art Gallery Reception and Mocktails for ourCRP lounge – A drop-in space for students whoare seeking a recovery community.Our lounge is for any student! Including students in recovery, seeking recovery, exploring recovery, an ally to individuals in recovery or simply searching for a wellness oriented community.Contact: arielle.sherman@uri.edu leetalyoung2@uri.edu for more informationVisit URInvolved for complete event details.

Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing ScheduleFrom March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals.Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist

Homecoming 2025 is September 19-21WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTSFriday, September 19Classes Without Quizzes Mini classes with URI professorsState of the University AddressWith President Marc ParlangeRegister HerePresident's Welcome BBQImmediately following the State of the University addressRegister HereSaturday, September 20Pickleball with President Marc Parlange and Mary ParlangeAt the URI Tennis Courts and PavilionHomecoming Rhodyville Block Party All new experience!Live music, local food tastings, boxed meal, games, novelties, and so much more.URI Football vs. Long Island UniversityCheer on the Rams at 6 p.m.See the complete schedule of events at alumni.uri.edu/homecoming.Homecoming Spotlight: Rhodyville Block PartyNEW LOCATION: Rhodyville outgrew its old location! Find us on the football practice field (across the street from the previous location) with space for more fun activities.LIVE ENTERTAINMENT featuring Rugburn. Get ready to dance to this high-energy, seven-piece band playing all kinds of favorites from James Brown to Bruno Mars. Band members include Jon Lysik '88, Bob Shindell '90, Jason Palermo '94, and Don Fogarty '94.FOOD: Your Rhodyville ticket includes a boxed meal from the Rhody Eatz food truck, plus tasting samples from many local restaurants and food vendors.ACTIVITIES: Roger Williams Park Zoomobile, rock climbing wall, golf simulator, face painting, photobooth, bracket-style cornhole tournament, design-your-own bucket hat, URI Athletics trophy tent, tents and pop-ups from URI colleges and programs, and much more!Grab your family and friends and bring your lawn chairs—come hang out with us at the best block party of the year!