Join alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of the Graduate School of Oceanography (GSO) to honor the legacy of the late Dr. John Knauss, visionary marine scientist and founding dean of GSO, whose 100th birthday would have been on September 1, 2025. Please register to attend. 4–5 p.m. Panel5:30-6:30 p.m. Cocktails and DiscussionThe panel will feature reflections on the pioneering contributions Dr. Knauss made to URI and oceanography, and how his vision continues to inspire the rapidly expanding field of ocean science, generations of ocean leaders, and growth at GSO and the Narragansett Bay Campus. Guests are invited to stay for a reception following the program. Panelists include: Margaret Leinen, Ph.D. ’80, Director of Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San DiegoJames A. Yoder, M.S. ’74, Ph.D. ’79, professor emeritus at the University of Rhode Island and dean emeritus at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, and committee co-chair for “Forecasting the Ocean: The 2025–2035 Decade of Ocean Science”Matthew Horn, Ph.D. ’11, Director of Science for the international environmental consulting firm RPS, a Tetra Tech company, and chair of the GSO Advisory CouncilErin K. Peck, Assistant Professor at GSO with a specialty in coastal marine geology and geophysics View on site | Email this event

Starting 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. View on site | Email this event

Looking 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. View on site | Email this event

Students, faculty, and staff are invited to join us for a weekly time of worship through music, prayer, and Bible teaching. Whether you are interested in exploring the Christian faith, or you've been a Christian for many years, you are welcome! We will meet each Sunday evening in one of the Memorial Union Atrium rooms. Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

EY will be in the Atrium all day with FOOD! They will be there to talk about the internships and full-time positions. They will be popping into your classes throughout the day. Stop by and connect with Ryan Rich. View on site | Email this event

Keeping up with the latest research in teaching and learning doesn’t have to be onerous! Join this monthly meeting to explore some of the newest scholarship in SoTL and connect with your colleagues as you consider possible applications to your own teaching context. Each month will feature a different disciplinary context and a different method of research, so you can pick and choose sessions that are most relevant to your work—or, come to them all to feel inspired by the diversity possible in teaching, learning, and scholarship. While the selected article will be shared with participants ahead of time, don’t worry if you don’t get around to reviewing it! Every session will start with a brief summary of the article and its findings before opening to group discussion about its applications. Session Dates & Topics: September 8 – SoTL in Health Sciences October 6 – SoTL in Fine Arts December 8 – SoTL in Professional StudiesDates: Sept. 8th, Oct. 6th, & Dec. 8th Time: 10:00am – 11:00am Location: Zoom Registration & More Information View on site | Email this event

Starting 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. View on site | Email this event

Looking 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. View on site | Email this event

Join us in raising awareness for suicide prevention through chalk art. Together, we’ll fill the sidewalks with messages of hope, encouragement, and reminders that no one is alone. This event is an opportunity to break the stigma, promote mental health, and show support for those who may be struggling. All are welcome—bring your creativity and help spread a message of hope and prevention across our campus. Raindate 9/9/25 on the Quad 11-2 Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

Join us in raising awareness for suicide prevention through chalk art. Together, we’ll fill the sidewalks with messages of hope, encouragement, and reminders that no one is alone. This event is an opportunity to break the stigma, promote mental health, and show support for those who may be struggling. All are welcome—bring your creativity and help spread a message of hope and prevention across our campus. Raindate 9/9/25 on the Quad 11-2 Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

These events are coming up for Mental Health Awareness Week from 9/8-9/12 Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

Want to check out our amazing facilities? Come by for a meal and take a tour! We will be showing off all our new and exciting spaces, including our lounge, our wellness room, and our brand new Community Care Closet! Stopping by is a perfect way to spend an afternoon between classes. We hope to see you! Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

To: URI Research Community From: Bethany D. Jenkins, Vice President for Research and Economic Development Lauren Burgess, Executive Director, Legislative and Government Relations SUBJ: Forum on Federal Impacts to Research, 12-1, Sept 8, 2025 Dear URI Research Community, We welcome you back to campus for a new academic year! Lauren Burgess, URI’s Executive Director of Legislative and Government Relations and I will be co-hosting a forum to update our community regarding recent federal developments impacting research. The forum will take place on Monday, September 8, 2025 from 12:00PM- 1:00PM in Edwards Auditorium. President Parlange and Provost Wolfe will open the forum. The University of Rhode Island is committed to supporting our community, and to our vital mission as a land- and sea-grant public research university and our foundational values. The University has been actively assessing and tracking the potential impacts of recent executive actions and other federal developments. This forum will serve to update our community on events this summer and what to expect in the federal budget process in the months ahead. Despite cuts to federal funding, URI’s resilient and hardworking research community continues to win an impressive number of extramural awards. At the close of FY25 in June,$143M in awards came to URI, very close to our all-time high of $146.6M in FY24. To date in FY 26, URI has received $32.3 M in awards. The work our research community is doing in solving societal challenges, enhancing daily life, and driving discovery and innovation is celebrated. The University remains a strong and active advocate for research. We look forward to seeing faculty, staff, and students at the September 8th information session. View on site | Email this event

There are many benefits to studying abroad or away. This is your first step to learn about the benefits and explore international and national study away opportunities! Once you attend this session you can begin meeting one-on-one with an education abroad advisor and filling out your application for a study away program. The session will explain the different types of study abroad/study away programs offered at URI, their basic financial structures, and a review of helpful tips to navigate our website to gain even more important information. You will also be able to ask questions Make sure to register by clicking the event website below. View on site | Email this event

Enjoy ice cream, take a tour of the center, meet our staff, and learn about the programs, events, and opportunities we have planned for the year. Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

Enjoy ice cream, take a tour of the center, meet our staff, and learn about the programs, events, and opportunities we have planned for the year. Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

Are you interested in learning about coral reef conservation in Bonaire? Join this info session which will discuss all of the details related to the January course studying in Bonaire. View on site | Email this event

Starting 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. View on site | Email this event

Splash a P.I.N.K. Sister is a fundraising event hosted by the Powerful Independent Notoriously Knowledgeable (P.I.N.K.) Women. Participants will have the opportunity to purchase water balloons to playfully toss at P.I.N.K. members in a safe, designated area outside the MSSC. The event is designed to create a fun and interactive atmosphere while raising funds to support future organizational initiatives. Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

New to Pre-Health at URI? This workshop is for you! Whether you're a first-year student, a transfer, or just starting to explore a future in healthcare, Start Here: Pre-Health 101 at URI will help you understand what it really means to be “pre-health” and how to build a strong foundation from your very first semester. In this interactive 1.5 hour session, you'll learn: What it takes to prepare for careers like medicine, PA, dental, PT, OT, and more How to plan your coursework and choose a major (hint: there’s no “right” one) Why clinical, shadowing, and volunteer experiences matter What the application process really looks like — and how to be ready when the time comes How to take advantage of URI’s resources, including advising, workshops, and the PATH process Expect polls, myth-busting, and practical tools you can use right away. You’ll leave with a clear plan for your next steps and a better understanding of how to make the most of your time at URI as a future healthcare professional. We strongly suggest you attend one of these workshops prior to making an appointment with Pre-Health Career Pathways. You should get all of your questions answered by attending. View on site | Email this event