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 and to RSVP.

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 “Trends in forensic DNA analysis,” David San Pietro, associate professor of forensic science, University of New Haven. 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.

The Graduate Student Senate meeting will meet in January, February, and March at 5pm in the Memorial Union Senate Chambers room 300. Any graduate student is welcome to attend to watch the meeting but may not participate. If you plan on attending and you are not a Graduate Student Senator, please RSVP.If you have any questions about the meeting, the senate, or the GSA, feel free to reach out to VP Quinn Tucker (qtuck123@uri.edu).Visit URInvolved for complete event details and to RSVP.

On February 28th we will celebrate rare disease day! Drop by and get free items and learn about rare disease day. Help us to support those in our community with rare diseases by becoming aware and educated.

Written 27 years ago, The Vagina Monologues is based on writer V’s (formerly Eve Ensler) “Vagina Interviews” conducted with 200 women all around the world. The play is a compilation of monologues performed by various women that address the issues of violence against women, rape, domestic violence, and genital mutilation. The play is unorthodox and at times shocking.All proceeds will benefit the Women’s Center and the Gender and Sexuality Center. Your support will help these centers continue their critical work in fostering a community focused on gender equity, free from violence and oppression. Their core values include creating a campus culture where all individuals feel valued and safe and contributing to an environment where everyone is empowered to embrace and express their authentic selves.The Vagina Monologues contains references to sexual assault and violence, sexually explicit material, and language that could be offensive to some. Viewer discretion is advised.If you need reasonable accommodation or have a question about accessing this event, please call 401.874.2097 at least five business days in advance. For TTY assistance, please call the R.I. Relay Service at 711.

The Vagina MonologuesPresented by the URI Women’s Center and the Gender and Sexuality CenterFebruary 28, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. March 1, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.The URI community has been performing the Vagina Monologues for over 20+ years. Join us for this year’s performance!Written 27 years ago, Vagina Monologues is based on writer V’s (formerly Eve Ensler) “Vagina Interviews” conducted with 200 women all around the world. The play is a compilation of monologues performed by various women that address the issues of violence against women, rape, domestic violence, and genital mutilation. The play is unorthodox and at times shocking.Visit URInvolved for complete event details and to RSVP.