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.

Multi-Scale Simulations of Thermodynamics and Flow of Polymeric, Colloidal, and Surfactant MaterialsRonald G. LarsonDepartment of Chemical Engineering, University of MichiganContinuum-level thermodynamic, rheology, and flow properties relevant to industrial applications can now be computed from multi-scale simulations ranging from molecular dynamics (MD), Brownian dynamics (BD), and continuum fluid mechanical simulations. Molecular simulations are aided by biasing methods, such as umbrella sampling, and forward flux sampling. Reduction of computation is assisted by non-linear optimization methods, including the Genetic Algorithm and the Particle Swarm Method. We demonstrate the power of these methods by computing the dynamics and rheology of “polymer-like” worm-like surfactant solutions and colloid-polymer mixtures used in consumer and industrial products, namely shampoos and paints, and film blowing of polyethylene polymers. We also compare the predicted results to experimental data, and extract information, that is unavailable, or not easily available, from experiments alone.

What is a teaching statement? How do you write one? If you’re applying for a position that asks for a teaching philosophy statement, or even just updating your own teaching portfolio, then this workshop can help you! In this 1-hour workshop, Associate Dean and Professor Colleen Mouw and English PhD candidate Tia Hines will share the basics of teaching philosophy statements and will distinguish these from related documents that you might also need to write (for example, statements of teaching effectiveness). Together we will look at examples of different teaching philosophy statements, discuss common mistakes writers make, and ask you to consider your own philosophy of teaching and pedagogical practices. This workshop counts towards the Equitable and Inclusive Teaching & Pedagogy Badge.

The fourth spring semester event in the Center's yearlong lecture series, Sustaining Democracy, and the 2025 Annual Humanities Festival.

Join AMA (American Marketing Association) and guest speaker Beth Hendler-Grunt (Author and Founder of Next Great Step) to provide valuable career search strategies to land your dream job! She will outline the key steps students should take each year to stay on track and be effective in their job search. By offering expert advice on building a strong professional foundation, networking, and mastering job search techniques, Beth will guide students through the process of setting themselves up for success and ultimately securing their ideal job.

Please fill out this form to register for Hillel's Sweet Tzedakah Treats on Thursday, April 10 at 5 pm at a campus Dorm!Bake cookies or brownies to enjoy and to donate to our local homeless shelter the McCauley House and Help the Homeless, RI. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1-ckTLub-U-DbdISTUG4ezR8CaC_AY1BA03RYU9qXbV4/editVisit URInvolved for complete event details.