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Thursday, September 4, 2025
- All dayGardening Information and Soil Testing ScheduleStatewide 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
- All dayO-WeekWeek 0 to prepare you for Week 1We are excited to welcome you all to URI, and we know you are eager to learn more about our campus and the beautiful surrounding area. We have a wide variety of events planned for you! Our goal is to keep you engaged with fun activities as you wait for your first week of classes to begin. This will allow you to be social in a safe way while learning about the new norms on campus.Please visit URInvolved for more information, details, and registration for all the planned events. These events are intended for new students to campus only.If you have any questions, please feel free to email rhode2ram@uri.edu
- 8:00 AM12hITS Service Desk Open Hours
- 8:00 AM12hITS Virtual Service DeskHelpdesk@uri.edu is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.Topic: ITS Virtual Service Desk (F) Time: Aug 29, 2025 08:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Every week on Fri, 110 occurrence(s) Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system. Weekly: https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/tJckdOqrqD0pHN1mGpW8qUt6a691B2Ere5uZ/ics?icsToken=DK1U_Nj6gMc7oyuwdQAALAAAAFptwnDVRY41-F9XNbfnmzkDxhZWKCUBJcR5e3y_jsib8dnBx1B8tBqA9hR-o-ZI1Y1M4T4up69ahrr1SjAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=ZBIJsePaSj2j-9FH45Doxw Join Zoom Meeting https://uri-edu.zoom.us/j/93933366369Meeting ID: 939 3336 6369---One tap mobile +13126266799,,93933366369# US (Chicago) +16469313860,,93933366369# US---Join by SIP • 93933366369@zoomcrc.comJoin instructions https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meetings/93933366369/invitations?signature=ofxk_lq4viETQ7iczJ4QRtwIcA4p3Cdi6OAyyS7D6Hg
- 8:30 AM8h 30mThe Way We See: A Visual and Emotional Conversation exhibit from Anthony TomaselliThe exhibit includes 50 works of art (3 series of work) by noted Rhode Island Artist Anthony Tomaselli, and runs through September 5.
- 10:30 AM6h 30mStudent Success BingoStarting a new semester can be stressful! However, staying organized and utilizing student support services at the university can help prepare you for success. Start establishing good habits by participating in the University Libraries Student Success Bingo during the month of September. You can pick up and submit your bingo card in the lobby of Robert L. Carothers Library & Learning Commons. A winner will be drawn from submitted bingo cards and receive a $25 Amazon gift card.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.
- 10:30 AM6h 30mUniversity Libraries Scavenger HuntLooking forward to exploring the Robert L. Carothers Library & Learning Commons? The University Libraries give you access to over a million books, hundreds of databases, and innovative spaces and services like the URI Launch Lab and the Makerspace. Visit the library during normal operating hours from August 29 to September 8 and participate in an asynchronous scavenger hunt! Bring a group of friends or complete the scavenger hunt on your own--all are welcome! Submit your scavenger hunt for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.
- 11:00 AM3h 30mRoses and ResourcesRoses and Resources: Safety on Campus is an awareness initiative aimed at educating students about the Red Zone, the heightened period of risk for sexual assault during the first months of the academic year. During the event, roses with attached cards will be distributed, each card providing key campus resources and support services.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.
- 11:00 AM3h 30mRoses and ResourcesRoses and Resources: Safety on Campus is an awareness initiative aimed at educating students about the Red Zone, the heightened period of risk for sexual assault during the first months of the academic year. During the event, roses with attached cards will be distributed, each card providing key campus resources and support services.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.
- 11:30 AM4h 30mFree Farmers MarketURI students! Join us every Thursday from September 4th through October for free produce from the URI farms! Both locations offer free produce to URI students, while supplies last. Don't forget to bring a reusible shopping bag!THE MARKET SOUTH: THURSDAY: 11:30 am – 2:00 pm (Quad)THE MARKET WEST: THURSDAY: 2:30 – 4:00 pm (Outside Mackal/Tootell)If it rains? Fogarty HallVolunteers are also welcome at the market or on URI’s farms.Follow @urifreefarmersmarket on Instagram or visit the Farmers Market website for up-to-date news, weekly produce previews, recipes, and more.
- 12:00 PM1hCanceled: Student Success BingoStarting a new semester can be stressful! However, staying organized and utilizing student support services at the university can help prepare you for success. Start establishing good habits by participating in the University Libraries Student Success Bingo during the month of September. You can pick up and submit your bingo card in the lobby of Robert L. Carothers Library & Learning Commons. A winner will be drawn from submitted bingo cards and receive a $25 Amazon gift card.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.
- 1:00 PM2hTLS-Ed Tech Faculty Drop-in Supportit-tls@uri.edu is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.Join Zoom Meeting https://uri-edu.zoom.us/j/92280383907?pwd=9oVmzB3HaXGAZhakO3m2yIMDarB2Ii.1Meeting ID: 922 8038 3907 Passcode: 912345Join instructions https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meetings/92280383907/invitations?signature=DOK7I1_SMVd6HtrM5AvPNYUDkv2WzK8Ab2XbvMCpD60
- 3:00 PM1hMaster of Library and Information Studies Info-SessionDiscover the value of a URI Online Master of Library and Information Studies and learn more about the program's curriculum and admission requirements from Program Director Dr. Lauren Mandel.
- 7:00 PM2hWomen's Soccer vs. BryantRhody Women's Soccer hosts Bryant University Thursday, September 4th at 7:00pm! Come cheer on the Rams at the soccer fields by the Ryan Center.The first 200 students will receive free food, giveaways, and Rhody Ruckus members can pick up their t-shirt!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.
- 7:00 PM2hWomen's Soccer vs. BryantRhody Women's Soccer hosts Bryant University Thursday, September 4th at 7:00pm! Come cheer on the Rams at the soccer fields by the Ryan Center.The first 200 students will receive free food, giveaways, and Rhody Ruckus members can pick up their t-shirt!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.