International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and intercultural exchange worldwide. IEW aims to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences.IEW is a national celebration and showcases global research, promote study-away opportunities, and support internationalization efforts.

Informational interviewing is a vital skill and activity to advance yourself academically and professionally. Whether you are seeking a position in academia, industry, government, or non-profit, this session will provide specific advice about where to connect and what you might say to create and build mutually beneficial relationships. Informational interviewing can not only accelerate your job search, it can also help you build relationships with academic and industry professionals, gain new perspectives on institutions, careers, and industries, and develop valuable interpersonal skills.

This is an all levels workout and meeting are for anyone seeking stress relief for physical, mental and emotional balance.Move to heal meetings are on a path to recovery, healing or personal growth. Come as you are.Rams together for recovery and wellness! Open to students, faculty and staff.Memorial Union Room 315Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

The TU Braunschweig Media Lab and URI Library Innovation Labs are planning CyberFestival, a joint virtual event between URI and TU Braunschweig in Germany, hosted on a custom-built online platform. The festival celebrates collaboration, cultural exchange, and skill development, giving students the chance to showcase their work, build global connections, and enhance their professional portfolios.Day 1 – November 18 - Student Entrepreneur Showcase (10:30 AM–12:00 PM ET): Students pitch their entrepreneurial ideas and receive feedback from international industry experts. - Show & Tell Networking (12:15–1:00 PM ET): Creators from both universities share projects and explore potential collaborations. - International Idol (1:30–3:00 PM ET): A cross-cultural music and talent showcase, live-streamed from both campuses.Day 2 – November 20 - Visual Arts Exchange (10:30 AM–12:00 PM ET): A discussion and showcase of student photography and visual storytelling. - Cyber Cinema (12:15–1:45 PM ET): Short film screenings followed by audience feedback and discussion. - Gaming Tournament (Super Mario Kart) (2:00–4:00 PM ET): A friendly, virtual competition bringing together students from both universities.

URI Department of Art and Art History presentsREVELATIONS! Education: Behind The Curtain – In Words and Images Exhibition September 15- December 11Join us for a reception and art conversations on September 17 4:30-7 in Lippitt Hall 401What is it like being in the classroom? What challenges do educator’s face? What restrictions are there preventing education from occurring? Are the requirements, expectations and limitations changing the way Educators function? What are the successes - giving students the opportunity to find their expressive voice?This exhibit will include the artwork and voices of a group of area educators from public, private and independent educational settings on all levels. The artist/educators will share their creative voices in various forms of expression as they also reflect on the challenges and celebrations they experience in and out of the classroom.Among the more than twenty artists are: Mary Jane Andreozzi, Deanna Camputaro, Ruth Clegg, Raff Diaz, Raphael Diaz, Tamara Diaz, Melanie Ducharme, Adam Ferbert, Susan Garland, Melissa Guillet, Catherine Davis-Hayes, Chris Kelley, Susan Kolenda, Jason Robert LaClair, Don Mays, Kerry Murphy, Sam Peck, Lisa Marie Ricci-Russo, Monique Rolle-Johnson, Jade Sisti, Janice Lee Strain, John Tedeschi, Katie Walck.On exhibit in URI Lippitt Hall (3rd & 4th floor), Green Hall and The Higgins Welcome CenterOpen To Monday – Friday 7:30-4:30, closed weekends and holidaysFor information: (401)286-4620/ spennell@uri.eduVisit URInvolved for complete event details.

URI Department of Art and Art History presentsREVELATIONS! Education: Behind The Curtain – In Words and Images Exhibition September 15- December 11Join us for a reception and art conversations on September 17 4:30-7 in Lippitt Hall 401What is it like being in the classroom? What challenges do educator’s face? What restrictions are there preventing education from occurring? Are the requirements, expectations and limitations changing the way Educators function? What are the successes - giving students the opportunity to find their expressive voice?This exhibit will include the artwork and voices of a group of area educators from public, private and independent educational settings on all levels. The artist/educators will share their creative voices in various forms of expression as they also reflect on the challenges and celebrations they experience in and out of the classroom.Among the more than twenty artists are: Mary Jane Andreozzi, Deanna Camputaro, Ruth Clegg, Raff Diaz, Raphael Diaz, Tamara Diaz, Melanie Ducharme, Adam Ferbert, Susan Garland, Melissa Guillet, Catherine Davis-Hayes, Chris Kelley, Susan Kolenda, Jason Robert LaClair, Don Mays, Kerry Murphy, Sam Peck, Lisa Marie Ricci-Russo, Monique Rolle-Johnson, Jade Sisti, Janice Lee Strain, John Tedeschi, Katie Walck.On exhibit in URI Lippitt Hall (3rd & 4th floor), Green Hall and The Higgins Welcome CenterOpen To Monday – Friday 7:30-4:30, closed weekends and holidaysFor information: (401)286-4620/ spennell@uri.eduVisit URInvolved for complete event details.

Looking for something interesting to read for Thanksgiving break? Whether you're enjoying a staycation or vacation, URI Libraries have you covered!Find a book to check out for break by visiting the lobby in the Robert L. Carothers Library & Learning Commons Wednesday, November 19th & Thursday, November 20th, 12 p.m.-2 p.m., and browse a selection of novels, nonfiction, memoirs, graphic novels, and young adult (YA) books.

This workshop offers an introduction to Generative AI, with a focus on image generation techniques. Participants will explore foundational concepts, tools, and ethical considerations while engaging in hands-on activities to create AI-generated images. You will learn to generate images from scratch.Zoom Registration Link: https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/uPQ2jDzySBeUBj5QZKBvuw

This workshop is crafted to introduce participants to the powerful world of data science using R. The workshop covers essential data science concepts and techniques, emphasizing hands-on experience with popular R libraries. Participants will gain practical insights into data manipulation, exploratory data analysis, and data visualization, allowing them to extract meaningful insights from datasets.

The URI Wind Ensemble is a select group of winds and percussion offering an afternoon of classic and contemporary selections played with passion and skill. You will be impressed! Dr. Brian Cardany, director.

Come learn more about the Peace Corp Program from our regional recruiter, who will review the logistics of the program, how to apply and what to expect. Also, we will hear from a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer who will share her perspectives on service in country and will answer any questions you may have regarding her time abroad. Pizza will be provided!

Join us for our biweekly meeting - check our Instagram for updates on what the activity will be!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Kristen Swanson, dean and professor emerita at the Seattle University College of Nursing and Health Sciences, will discuss “Caring—The Difference that Makes a Difference: From Discovery to Randomized Trials and Clinical Translation,” as part of the University of Rhode Island College of Nursing’s Fall Distinguished Lecture series. Registration is requested here.

This group provides a safe and supportive space. It is designed for queer, questioning, trans, and gender non-conforming people of color to connect and explore their identities without judgment. Through empowerment, community support, activities, and open discussions, members can share experiences, engage in self-expression, and build coping strategies to navigate the unique challenges of their intersecting identities. Open to All!Visit URInvolved for complete event details.

Students from the classical saxophone studio of Dr. Jonathon Amon and the jazz saxophone studio of John Mckenna get together for a night of solos and ensembles with special presentations by the two faculty coaches.