Title: The varied future of upper Arctic Ocean properties as sea ice declines Speaker: Dr. Hannah Zanowski, Assistant Professor at University of Wisconsin-Madison Abstract: The Arctic Ocean is one of the fastest warming regions of the global ocean. Climate models consistently project this warming to continue under climate change unless stringent mitigation strategies are put into place. However, as a new, potentially ice-free Arctic continues to emerge, what is less clear is how changes in natural variations in the climate system, known as internal variability, will impact future trends and predictability of upper ocean properties in this region. Here we use the Community Earth System Model version 2 Large Ensemble (CESM2-LE) to analyze internal variability in Arctic Ocean sea surface temperature (SST), sea surface salinity (SSS), and mixed layer depth (MLD) from 1850-2100. We find that annual and seasonal mean internal variability (demonstrated via the ensemble spread) in Arctic Ocean SSTs increases dramatically after ~2040 as sea ice cover declines, likely due to a combination of increased wind stress on the ocean surface and increased turbulent heat fluxes via a reduction in the damping effect of sea ice. A similar increase in SSS internal variability is not found, while MLD internal variability tends to decrease as the mixed layer shoals, particularly in winter and spring, due to increasing freshwater input into the Arctic Ocean. View on site | Email this event

What are the uses and limitations of generative AI to help draft teaching and research statements or other job search materials? Join this session for a basic introduction to the promise and perils of GenAI in developing materials for a job search, while collectively considering ethical and practical implications.  This session is suitable for participants with minimal experience using generative AI but will be most useful if you know how to access either Microsoft CoPilot through your UConn Microsoft 365 login, or ChatGPT (both the free “mini” and paid versions will be demonstrated). Presenters: Tina Huey, Associate Director of Faculty Development, UConn's Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) | Kay Gruder, Associate Director, Graduate Student and Postdoc Career Programs and Services, UConn's Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills. This is a joint URI-UConn program. View on site | Email this event

Feel free to sign up & help Gabby in cooking for the WARM center. This center is a new temporary family shelter that has opened on the western edge of the University of Rhode Island campus. The warming shelter has 30 beds and can house up to 12 families at a time! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSczrGSRqY-45ZzYcYWEeFrcZxY0VF36yTM_VUBZCs4CqlR9cg/viewform Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

Need assistance navigating accommodations or resources on campus? Our Drop-in Hours are a welcoming space where you can meet with a Student Resource Mentor to get personalized guidance on things like: Discussing accommodations with professorsSigning up for the Academic Testing CenterImproving organizational skillsAccessing campus resources and servicesand More! Whether you have specific questions or just want to chat about how your semester is going, we're here to support you. No appointment necessary—just stop by! Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

Join our coordinator, alumni, and faculty for a group info session about our M.B.A. programs. Our flexible classes are designed to fit your needs and enhance your career options. Learn from our expert perspectives and get your questions answered. Individual sessions are also available. We are here to support you in your education and career goals. Register Today! Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 6pm, part-time MBA Thursday, Jan 30 at 4pm, one year MBA Tuesday, Feb 11 at noon, in person at Ballentine Hall, one year MBA Monday, Feb 24 at 6pm, part-time MBA Tuesday, March 18 at 5pm, one year MBA Friday, April 4 at noon, all MBA programs Tuesday, April 15 at noon, part-time MBA Thursday, May 1 at 4pm, one year MBA Monday, May 12 at 6pm, all MBA programs Questions? Connect with Lisa Lancellotta, MBA Program Coordinator 401.874.4241 mba@uri.edu View on site | Email this event

Join us for lunch as we create space to share your experiences on campus, discuss current events, and connect with other students. Lunch will be provided. Feel free to bring your own lunch as well. Fostering an inclusive and welcoming community is at the heart of the Multicultural Student Services Center (MSSC) ‘s work. All events hosted by or in collaboration with the MSSC are open to the entire URI community. We are committed to making URI a place where everyone feels valued, included, and has a true sense of belonging. We look forward to welcoming you! Thursdays 12:30pm- 1:30pm Dates: 1/30, 2/13, 2/27, 3/27, 4/10, 4/24 Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

Title: Crustal stresses and damage evolve throughout the seismic cycle of the Ridgecrest fault zone Speaker: Dr. William Frank, Assistant Professor, MIT Abstract: Earthquakes release tectonic stress abruptly, but this stress builds slowly with time through the coupled evolution of faults and the surrounding crust. Rheology governs this interplay, controlling how stress accumulates, deforms the crust, and relaxes. Seismic velocity changes track these processes, but typical methods are limited to shallow depths. Using receiver functions, we monitor seismic velocity and anisotropy changes throughout the crust during the 2019 Ridgecrest earthquake sequence. Shallow co-seismic changes recover within months, while deeper changes accumulate post-seismically and persist, revealing a depth-dependent rheology. This contrast defines a strength boundary, with a weak upper crust and strong lower crust, aligning with co-seismic and post-seismic slip concentrations. Lasting deep changes suggest both the fault zone and the crust prepare for future earthquakes over inter-seismic time scales. View on site | Email this event

Come watch Rhody Baseball as they take on Richmond in the first game of the series! All game times are subject to change based on the weather. View on site | Email this event

Team of 3 will compete in a single elimination bracket style tournament to be crowned the 2025 Spring Hoops and Heat champions. Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

Please fill out this form to register for Hillel's Shabbat service and dinner on Friday, April 4 at Hillel. Friday, April 4 Services at 5:30 pmDinner at 6:30 pmCome to either or both!Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

Calling all dancing queens! Join URI EMA for the first-ever on-campus Gimmie Gimmie Disco! Free to all students the disco will feature student DJs playing all your favorite disco hits. Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

an awards ceremony honoring the unsung female heroes in our community. Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

Students from the classical piano studio of Dr. Manabu Takasawa will perform solos and ensembles along with other URI Music faculty and student pianists for an evening of flying fingers and gentle arpeggios. View on site | Email this event

Congratulations on choosing URI as your new college home! Our Welcome Days events are designed especially for admitted students, families, and supporters to help you learn more about URI and begin your journey on the Rhode to Becoming a Ram. We encourage all newly accepted students who will be joining us in the fall to attend a Welcome Day event. Explore campus, learn more about next steps, and meet your new RamFam! Registration will open in late February. Save the dates: Sunday, March 30Saturday, April 5Saturday, April 12 View on site | Email this event

Join the University of Rhode Island’s College Against Cancer for our Relay for Life event. Relay for Life is a community celebration and fundraiser supporting the American Cancer Society. This inspiring event features team-based walks, games, entertainment, and moving ceremonies to honor cancer survivors, support those currently battling, and remember those we've lost. Together we will raise awareness and funds to fight cancer. Join the fight—one step at a time! Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

Join us for lunch as we create space to share your experiences on campus, discuss current events, and connect with other students. Lunch will be provided. Feel free to bring your own lunch as well. Fostering an inclusive and welcoming community is at the heart of the Multicultural Student Services Center (MSSC) ‘s work. All events hosted by or in collaboration with the MSSC are open to the entire URI community. We are committed to making URI a place where everyone feels valued, included, and has a true sense of belonging. We look forward to welcoming you! Thursdays 12:30pm- 1:30pm Dates: 1/30, 2/13, 2/27, 3/27, 4/10, 4/24 Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event

Come watch Rhody Baseball take on Richmond! All game times are subject to change based on the weather. View on site | Email this event

Pianists from the URI Community and beyond register to play in a continuous flow of piano-ism. $10 gets your hands on the 88s. Dr. Manabu Takasawa, coordinator. View on site | Email this event

Louise will present her junior voice recital in partial fulfillment towards her degree in Music. View on site | Email this event

Hera Gallery in Wakefiled proudly presents Aspire to Inspire featuring University of Rhode Island Senior BFA Students. April 5th - May 3rd, 2025 Featured Artists: Ife Alarapon, Gabrielle Antonelli, Julie Byrnes, Noli Gomes, Karla Monterroza, Bryant Pablo, Megan Raleigh, Madeline Walsh, Emily Wheaton 🎉 Opening Reception: April 5th, 6-8pm 📅Artist Talk: Saturday, May 3rd, 3pm 📍 Location: Hera Gallery View on site | Email this event