URI Department of Art and Art History presentsREVELATIONS! Education: Behind The Curtain – In Words and Images Exhibition September 15- December 11Join us for a reception and art conversations on September 17 4:30-7 in Lippitt Hall 401What is it like being in the classroom? What challenges do educator’s face? What restrictions are there preventing education from occurring? Are the requirements, expectations and limitations changing the way Educators function? What are the successes - giving students the opportunity to find their expressive voice?This exhibit will include the artwork and voices of a group of area educators from public, private and independent educational settings on all levels. The artist/educators will share their creative voices in various forms of expression as they also reflect on the challenges and celebrations they experience in and out of the classroom.Among the more than twenty artists are: Mary Jane Andreozzi, Deanna Camputaro, Ruth Clegg, Raff Diaz, Raphael Diaz, Tamara Diaz, Melanie Ducharme, Adam Ferbert, Susan Garland, Melissa Guillet, Catherine Davis-Hayes, Chris Kelley, Susan Kolenda, Jason Robert LaClair, Don Mays, Kerry Murphy, Sam Peck, Lisa Marie Ricci-Russo, Monique Rolle-Johnson, Jade Sisti, Janice Lee Strain, John Tedeschi, Katie Walck.On exhibit in URI Lippitt Hall (3rd & 4th floor), Green Hall and The Higgins Welcome CenterOpen To Monday – Friday 7:30-4:30, closed weekends and holidaysFor information: (401)286-4620/ spennell@uri.eduVisit URInvolved for complete event details.

URI Department of Art and Art History presentsREVELATIONS! Education: Behind The Curtain – In Words and Images Exhibition September 15- December 11Join us for a reception and art conversations on September 17 4:30-7 in Lippitt Hall 401What is it like being in the classroom? What challenges do educator’s face? What restrictions are there preventing education from occurring? Are the requirements, expectations and limitations changing the way Educators function? What are the successes - giving students the opportunity to find their expressive voice?This exhibit will include the artwork and voices of a group of area educators from public, private and independent educational settings on all levels. The artist/educators will share their creative voices in various forms of expression as they also reflect on the challenges and celebrations they experience in and out of the classroom.Among the more than twenty artists are: Mary Jane Andreozzi, Deanna Camputaro, Ruth Clegg, Raff Diaz, Raphael Diaz, Tamara Diaz, Melanie Ducharme, Adam Ferbert, Susan Garland, Melissa Guillet, Catherine Davis-Hayes, Chris Kelley, Susan Kolenda, Jason Robert LaClair, Don Mays, Kerry Murphy, Sam Peck, Lisa Marie Ricci-Russo, Monique Rolle-Johnson, Jade Sisti, Janice Lee Strain, John Tedeschi, Katie Walck.On exhibit in URI Lippitt Hall (3rd & 4th floor), Green Hall and The Higgins Welcome CenterOpen To Monday – Friday 7:30-4:30, closed weekends and holidaysFor information: (401)286-4620/ spennell@uri.eduVisit URInvolved for complete event details.

Celebrate Homecoming as the Rams face off against Long Island University!

Rhody Football is BACK at Meade Stadium this Saturday at 6pm for homecoming against LIU!Free exclusive homecoming t-shirts to the first 500 students!Remember - Tickets are free but REQUIRED, Ruckus members can claim their student tickets beginning Wednesday 9/17 at 10am!You can claim your ticket by clicking HEREVisit 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!