Undergraduates completing degree requirements by May 2026 or August 2026 and graduate students completing degree requirements by May 2026 are eligible to participate. All ceremonies will take place in the Ryan Center, and will include both bachelor’s and advanced degrees for each respective college.

Undergraduates completing degree requirements by May 2026 or August 2026 and graduate students completing degree requirements by May 2026 are eligible to participate. All ceremonies will take place in the Ryan Center, and will include both bachelor’s and advanced degrees for each respective college.

The University Academic Excellence Awards are presented each year to graduating seniors who have proven to be exceptional students. These students have been selected by their respective departments as the most outstanding in their chosen fields. Each recipient receives a certificate of student excellence and a University of Rhode Island medallion.

Ride the Cyclone closes URI Theatre’s season with a campy yet moving musical that blends dark humor with relatable characters. Directed by Assistant Theatre Professor Rachel Walshe, the production follows six teenagers who, after a roller coaster accident, find themselves in limbo, where one is given a chance to return to life.Students are involved at every stage of the production, bringing the show to life both onstage and behind the scenes. Catch the eight-show run April 17–26 at the Robert E. Will Theatre.Visit the link below to learn more and find tickets: ➡️ https://www.uri.edu/news/2026/04/uri-theatre-ends-season-with-modern-day-cult-classic-ride-the-cyclone/

These awards are named in honor of A. Robert Rainville, ’64, who served the University of Rhode Island for many years and was consistently recognized for his level of excellence. Bob held numerous positions in Student Activities and Student Life, and served as the Vice President for Student Affairs from 1980 until his death in 1986. As a leader in the student affairs profession, Bob emphasized integrity, intellectual achievement, ethics and commitment to the service of others.In 1976, he was a recipient of the President’s Award for Excellence in Administration and was cited by the student government as “The Students’ Administrator.” Bob’s trademark was his ability to relate to students and staff. No matter how busy he was, he had unlimited time and patience for all students and colleagues who needed his help.The Student Leadership Award Recipient was first recognized in 1989. Two categories were added in 1996: the Student Employee Excellence Award and the Team Excellence Award. Finally, the Robert L. Carothers Servant Leadership Award was added in 2010.The Awards The Maureen McDermott Student Leadership Award recognizes a student who contributes positively to the community, empowers others, and inspires those around them. In 2025, the award was named to honor the former Director of the Memorial Union and Student Involvement, in recognition of her life, legacy, and dedication to supporting students and enhancing their college experience throughout her 43 years of service to the URI community. The Robert L. Carothers Servant Leadership Award honors the service and leadership of URI’s 10th President, and recognizes an undergraduate student who supports the growth of others and the community by embodying the tenets of the Servant Leadership Model (Greenleaf, 1977) The Student Employee Excellence Award recognizes a student’s contributions that provide a positive impact on the URI community through their campus employment. The Team Excellence Award recognizes teams who are mission-driven and passionate, and exemplify collaborative and authentic leadership in their work on campus.

These awards recognize undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of the University who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to advancing inclusion, equity, and belonging at URI through community leadership, academic excellence, and service. Nominations are an opportunity to uplift individuals whose work and impact strengthen our community and reflect URI’s values.

Advance your interest in wildlife and conservation at the University of Rhode Island. This undergraduate certificate combines coursework, experiential learning, and engagement with zoo and aquarium professionals to prepare you for a career in exotic animal care and management.Learn more: https://web.uri.edu/favs/zoo-and-aquarium-science-certificate/

At our annual alumni panel event, student scholars can hear from accomplished alumni from a range of fields. Panelist share their experiences and challenges as professionals of color.

Keaney Blue was on full display at the Rhode Island capitol on March 26, 2026, as dozens of state leaders and hundreds of University of Rhode Island students, faculty, and staff celebrated the University’s success and impact during URI Day at the State House in Providence.

URI Theatre’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” brings Shakespeare’s magic, mischief, and tangled love stories to life in a vibrant 1930s, jazz-inspired world. Faculty director Tracy Liz Miller and a talented student cast deliver a joyful, high-energy production filled with movement, illusion, and Art Deco style.Catch the eight-show run Feb. 27–28 and March 1, 4–8 at the Robert E. Will Theatre.Learn more about the production and find tickets at the link below: https://www.uri.edu/news/2026/02/uri-theatres-a-midsummer-nights-dream-will-spread-joy-and-playfulness/