Need a quiet space to focus and make progress on your writing projects? Join us for a half-day Graduate Writing Retreat designed to help you stay productive and inspired. Whether you're working on a thesis, dissertation, or any major writing project, this retreat offers a structured environment to fuel your creativity and focus. Plus, enjoy breakfast as you kickstart your day!

How do government policies toward religion affect the practice of religion and its relationship with democracy? Many scholars have likened a country's religious landscape to a marketplace - government policies can create monopolies. This talk explores the role of state religious policy in democratic backsliding. Drawing on cases from Israel and Hungary, Dr. Szendro shows that both supportive and restrictive policies can isolate religious groups from the rest of civil society and make them dependent on the state. Join us to learn more!

To celebrate the end of the semester, Italian Club will host an end of the year bash with food and games open for all URI students.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

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 “New England organized crime and informants,” Anthony Pesare, retired, Rhode Island State Police. 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.

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 us as we celebrate our Graduates on their accomplishments and leadership.With keynote speaker: Lulu Alyrati ’22, former M.U.S.I.C. President.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!Please follow this link to RSVP for the event: RSVP LinkVisit URInvolved for complete event details.