Title: The varied future of upper Arctic Ocean properties as sea ice declinesSpeaker: Dr. Hannah Zanowski, Assistant Professor at University of Wisconsin-MadisonAbstract: 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.

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.

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/viewformVisit URInvolved for complete event details.

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.

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 MBAThursday, Jan 30 at 4pm, one year MBATuesday, Feb 11 at noon, in person at Ballentine Hall, one year MBAMonday, Feb 24 at 6pm, part-time MBATuesday, March 18 at 5pm, one year MBAFriday, April 4 at noon, all MBA programsTuesday, April 15 at noon, part-time MBAThursday, May 1 at 4pm, one year MBAMonday, May 12 at 6pm, all MBA programsQuestions? Connect with Lisa Lancellotta, MBA Program Coordinator 401.874.4241 mba@uri.edu

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- 1:30pmDates:1/30, 2/13, 2/27, 3/27, 4/10,4/24Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Title: Crustal stresses and damage evolve throughout the seismic cycle of the Ridgecrest fault zoneSpeaker: Dr. William Frank, Assistant Professor, MITAbstract: 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.

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.

URI's Forensic Science Seminar Series celebrated its 25th year last year. The annual series takes place in the Beaupre Center on Friday afternoons. Today's lecture will tackle “Introduction to crime gun intelligence,” Robert White and Ricky Mustion II, ATF Crime Gun Intelligence, Boston. Schedule subject to change; email dhilliard@uri.edu to join the email list for updates. Read about the speaking series at https://www.chm.uri.edu/forensics/seminars.php.

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.

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.

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.

an awards ceremony honoring the unsung female heroes in our community.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

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.

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

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.

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- 1:30pmDates:1/30, 2/13, 2/27, 3/27, 4/10,4/24Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Come watch Rhody Baseball take on Richmond! All game times are subject to change based on the weather.

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.

Louise will present her junior voice recital in partial fulfillment towards her degree in Music.