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Upcoming Events

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Aug 6, 2026: Reducing Your Brightspace Course Data
Got a lot of material in Brightspace – you’re not alone. Cleaning up data can significantly improve your efficiency but data management can be a challenge – especially with a plethora of tools. Not all tools have the same features – we will discover which URI tools can help reduce Brightspace digital clutter and improve efficiency. You will also learn about data management and important information on emerging data storage trends. Training will cover: Which URI tools work best to streamline the management of course content and student submissions How to organize and manage course content documents, presentations and videos for efficient storage Register View on site | Email this event
Aug 6, 2026: Academic Job Search Overview & Preparation
Considering the academic job market this year? Learn more about timing and requirements for an academic job search. In this workshop, we will discuss the timeline for faculty jobs, how to find open faculty jobs, points to consider as you review the job openings, and commonly requested application materials. View on site | Email this event
Aug 9, 2026: Boston Legacy FC Pride Game 2026 at Centerville Bank Stadium
Join the University of Rhode Island Gender and Sexuality Center and the Society for Women and Marginalized Genders in Marine Science as we celebrate Rhody Pride community and professional women's soccer with fellow URI students, faculty, staff, and community members. All are welcome! All attendees must complete this registration form to participate. URI Discounted Ticket Price $29 (plus fees) with A limited number of complimentary tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis In collaboration with the Society For Women And Marginalized Genders In Marine Science & Graduate Assistants United. Visit URInvolved for complete event details. View on site | Email this event
Aug 10, 2026: Brightspace Changes Q & A at https://uri-edu.zoom.us/j/92891171925?pwd=lqaJPMzC2aSiclfF2ui9JrBPfJnwbm.1
We have a number of Brightspace/Engage big improvements going on to improve the digital learning environment with a more contemporary experience for all users. Q & A session related to 1- Brightspace Course Purge and Data Management (Archive) 2- Brightspace ADA and LMS 3- Brightspace Architecture and Setting Changes 4-New Content Experience Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 928 9117 1925 Passcode: 089283 View on site | Email this event
Aug 12, 2026: Accessbility in LMS: Tools & Brightspace Insights for WCAG 2.1AA
In this session, you will: Gain a solid understanding of WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards and how they apply to LMS content. Explore URI-specific ADA tools and learn which ones are best suited for different accessibility needs. Experiment with the Brightspace Accessibility Checker to identify and resolve common accessibility issues in your course materials. Register View on site | Email this event

URI News

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Rhode Island’s recession may have ended, says URI economist
WHAT: Rhode Island’s economic performance for June offers a glimmer of hope that the state’s recession may have ended, according to University of Rhode Island economist Leonard Lardaro. June’s Current Conditions Index value, of 58, not only improved from June’s 50 but it’s also the highest CCI recorded this year. It was also the third […]
URI business professor explains ‘financial unicorns’ and SpaceX, Anthropic IPOs
KINGSTON, R.I. – Aug. 04, 2026 – In mythology, unicorns are fictional. In finance, however, unicorns are very real. Just over a month ago, millions of people witnessed one financial unicorn, and another is quickly approaching. For the first time, privately held company SpaceX was listed on the NASDAQ. Valued at more than $1 trillion, […]
URI team to address remediation challenges of manganese in R.I. drinking water
KINGSTON, R.I. – Aug. 3, 2026 – A partnership between the University of Rhode Island and Rhode Island Department of Health will study manganese levels in Rhode Island’s drinking water. The project, “Statewide Support for Manganese Management in Rhode Island,” will be funded by a grant from the Emerging Contaminants in Small and Disadvantaged Communities […]
URI cut flower trial August open house to welcome growers, put spotlight on summer blooms
KINGSTON, R.I. – August 3, 2026 – A field of flowers is growing more than just beautiful blooms at the University of Rhode Island’s Agronomy Farm. As part of a two-year cut flower variety trial, URI researchers are evaluating snapdragons and dahlias to help strengthen the cut flower industry across Southern New England. The farm […]
URI researcher co-authors recommendations on discussing electronic cigarettes with adults who smoke
KINGSTON, R.I. – August 3, 2026 – Patricia Cioe, professor and associate dean for research and scholarship at the University of Rhode Island College of Nursing, is the only nurse scientist among a group of leading tobacco researchers from the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco Treatment Network who published recommendations encouraging health care […]