URI's Forensic Science Partnership lecture series is one of the more unique lecture series in Rhode Island. The Oct. 3 topic is "Defending the dumb,” Virginia Maxwell, University of New Haven. Maxwell is an expert in investigating animal cruelty with a focus on physical evidence and farm animal welfare. She uses crime data to predict hot spots for crimes against animals, in areas such as dog fighting, the meatpacking industry, industrialized agriculture, and horse racing. All lectures are open to the public at no cost and are held on Fridays at 3:30 p.m. in the Richard E. Beaupre Center for Chemical and Forensic Sciences (Room 100), 140 Flagg Rd., Kingston. Schedule subject to change; join email list for updates. Those who cannot attend in person may view the lectures live online. Details: https://www.uri.edu/news/2025/09/crime-fridays-return-to-uri/

This workshop is crafted to introduce participants to the powerful world of data science using R. The workshop covers essential data science concepts and techniques, emphasizing hands-on experience with popular R libraries. Participants will gain practical insights into data manipulation, exploratory data analysis, and data visualization, allowing them to extract meaningful insights from datasets.

Join us this weekend as URI Volleyball hosts Davidson for the first of two exciting matchups!

Join us on October 3rd at 6PM in Atrium 1 for a Halloween Rave! This event will showcase three local DJs who will play spooky-themed sets. Come wearing your Halloween costume!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

The Rams are hitting the road for the annual Governor's Cup matchup with Brown! For the first time, the game will be played at Centreville Bank Stadium!URI is offering a free student bus to transport all students who want to attend the game. Registration is required for the bus and you have to purchase a student ticket prior to registering for the bus.Ticket link and Registration link are belowStudent Ticket Link: https://shorturl.at/JD21BBus Registration: https://shorturl.at/KxDlYVisit 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