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

Helpdesk@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

President Parlange welcomes the entire URI community back to campus for our 5th Annual Quad Fest! Join us Tuesday, September 30th, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the Quad to enjoy the following activities:Fall Student Organization Fair - Over 40 student groups will be there to answer your questions.Free Farmers Market - complimentary fresh produce for you to enjoy.URI Fresh Check Day - A mental health awareness fair where you can learn about nutrition, sleep, relationships, alcohol, & stress relief at 21 interactive booths.Lawn Games: Cornhole, Kan Jam, & Spike Ball. RI National Guard Rock Wall at the center of the Quad.Peckham Farm Petting Zoo WRIU Disc Jockey will provide music.Complimentary refreshments to the first 500 guests.

What exactly is “active learning”? How can you leverage these strategies to create a more engaging and inclusive classroom experience? Come find out! In this workshop, we’ll explore the active learning continuum and discuss strategies to promote student participation while fostering a sense of belonging.Session Dates: September 30th & October 3rd Time: 9/30 from 3:30pm – 4:30pm; 10/3 from 10:00am – 11:00am Location: Zoom Registration & More Information

Am I Ready to Apply?An Interactive Readiness Self-Assessment for Future Applicants to Medical, Dental, or PA ProgramsThinking about applying to health professional school this cycle? Not sure if you're truly ready or just hoping you are?This 90-minute, hands-on workshop is designed to help you evaluate where you stand in your preparation for programs like MD, DO, PA, and dental school. Through guided self-assessments, reflection activities, and peer discussion, you'll take a realistic look at your academics, clinical experiences, competencies, and more, all in a supportive, low-pressure environment.In this session, you’ll:Map out your experiences (clinical, service, research, leadership, etc.)Evaluate how your preparation aligns with key competencies admissions committees look forCheck your academic readiness, including GPA and prerequisite progressReflect on your overall application strength and whether it’s time to apply or time to planWhether you're feeling confident or still unsure, you’ll leave with a clearer picture of your readiness, specific next steps to take, and tools to help you move forward with purpose.This workshop is ideal for students planning to apply to medical, dental, or PA programs in the upcoming cycle or those who want to better understand what “ready to apply” really means.We strongly suggest attending this workshop prior to attending a PATH Orientation for the upcoming cycle.