Join your favorite O-Week Leaders (OWLs) on a trip to Newport! You'll have an opportunity to explore the beautiful town. Bring your wallet, an empty stomach, and excitement for one of Rhode Island's great ocean-side cities! The bus for this trip leaves at 12pm so please be there no later than 11:45am for check-in! Meet us at the Memorial Union Bus Circle!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Looking forward to exploring the Robert L. Carothers Library & Learning Commons? The University Libraries give you access to over a million books, hundreds of databases, and innovative spaces and services like the URI Launch Lab and the Makerspace. Visit the library during normal operating hours from August 29 to September 8 and participate in an asynchronous scavenger hunt! Bring a group of friends or complete the scavenger hunt on your own--all are welcome! Submit your scavenger hunt for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Ride into O-Week fun with your favorite O-Week Leaders (OWLs)! Hop on the URI bike path and pedal your way to Wakefield for a scoop of Brickley’s—widely known as the best ice cream in Rhode Island. Along the way, you’ll make new friends, enjoy the scenery, and explore a beautiful stretch of RI on two wheels.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Join your favorite O-Week Leaders (OWLs) on the URI bike path! You'll be able to cycle to Wakefield for some Brickley's ice cream - the best in Rhode Island, while you make new friends and explore RI via bike.RSVP at https://uri.campuslabs.com/engage/event/9265353

Fuel up before RhodyFest with free bagels (with all the fixings) and meet other Jewish Students at Hillel, the Jewish Student Center!Click here to register for this event!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Hop on the bus and hit the water! Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the Salt Pond with your choice of stand-up paddleboarding or kayaking at the Sailing Center. We’ll have everything ready for you—boats, life jackets, and paddles—so just bring yourself and a sense of adventure. Dress comfortably in a bathing suit or athletic wear, and don’t forget sunscreen! All skill levels are welcome, and instructors will be on hand to guide you. Bus transportation departs from the Memorial Union Bus Circle—please arrive 15 minutes early.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Hop on the bus and hit the water! Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the Salt Pond with your choice of stand-up paddleboarding or kayaking at the Sailing Center. We’ll have everything ready for you—boats, life jackets, and paddles—so just bring yourself and a sense of adventure. Dress comfortably in a bathing suit or athletic wear, and don’t forget sunscreen and a towel! All skill levels are welcome, and instructors will be on hand to guide you. Bus transportation departs from the Memorial Union Bus Circle—please arrive 15 minutes early.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Interested in seeing where your classes are? Need help finding your way around campus? Join an OWL to help you find your way. We will be starting at the Quad (near the flag pole) and ending at the dining hall!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Interested in seeing where your classes are? Need help finding your way around campus? Join an OWL to help you find your way. We will be starting at the Quad and ending at the dining hall!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Come to RhodyFest 2025 — the biggest block party of the year! You will meet over 200 organizations, teams, and groups to get involved with throughout your URI journey. Free food, novelty programs, interactive activities, music, and games for you to enjoy! You won't want to miss out!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

We are excited to invite you to join us at RhodyFest 2025 on Sunday, August 31st from 3-6pm. The Office of Student Involvement is excited for this years Welcome Event and to offer a variety of activities for you to enjoy! The best part?? It's all free. Enjoy a variety of different food trucks, free giveaways, novelty programs, and the opportunity to meet our wonderful Student Organizations! Be sure to be on the lookout for announcements of Food Truck Vendors and Free Giveaways as we get closer to RhodyFest 2025. We are all eager to welcome you to campus!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

The Office of Student Involvement is excited to present ThinkFast Trivia Night once again on Sunday, September 1st at 9:30pm in the Memorial Union Ballroom! Here is how it’ll work! • Registration will occur at the event itself• We recommend teams of 2-3. Each person will need to scan the QR code to check-in. If you don't have a team, no worries! We will pair you with someone!• One representative will need to provide a URI Student ID to reserve your keypad for trivia.• We have a limited capacity for the event so it is first come first serve. Doors open at 8:45pm.Must have a valid physical URI ID to participate in the event. Event is hosted and moderated by representatives from @tjohne! Winning team receives a $200 CASH PRIZE!!! Get ready for some Pop-Culture Trivia!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Join us in Atrium 1 in the Memorial Union for a game night with board games, and interactive activities.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Get ready to GLOW all night! DJ Locura will be spinning the hottest tracks while you light up the dance floor with glowsticks and necklaces. Come show off your moves and soak in the electric energy—this is a bagless event, so plan accordingly!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Get ready to GLOW all night! DJ Locura will be spinning the hottest tracks while you light up the dance floor with glowsticks and necklaces. Come show off your moves and soak in the electric energy—this is a bagless event, so plan accordingly!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

At URI, you’re an important piece of our puzzle! Join us for a relaxed evening of ice cream, conversation, and collaborative puzzle-building with new friends. Whether you love puzzles or just want to connect, it’s the perfect way to unwind, meet people, and piece together a little fun.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

It's karaoke time! Sing your best song and rock the stage at tonight's karaoke event in the Memorial Union Ballroom.Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Have a wicked good time at our Emerald City Dance! Step into a world inspired by Wicked with magical music, glowing green and pink décor, and a night full of dancing and fun. Whether you’re feeling a little good or a little wicked, grab your friends, wear your best green and pink, and hit the dance floor!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Have a wicked good time at our Emerald City Dance! Step into a world inspired by Wicked with magical music, glowing green and pink décor, and a night full of dancing and fun. Whether you’re feeling a little good or a little wicked, grab your friends, wear your best green and pink, and hit the dance floor!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Enjoy breakfast and chat with OWLs—your go-to guides for a great start at URI!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.