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Public Safety, Transportation and Parking announce improvements to gate access technology on Kingston Campus
Aug. 30, 2023 To promote safety and efficiency on campus, the Department of Public Safety and its Transportation and Parking unit recently completed an initiative to upgrade and replace all the gate access devices on campus. The installation phase of the project began in October 2022. The new card readers offer multiple access options, including […]
August 30, 2023
University to conduct test of its emergency notification systems Aug. 24
Aug. 23, 2023 The University will conduct a test of its emergency notification systems, including RAVE Emergency Alert and blue light phones, on Thursday, Aug. 24, at 8 a.m. Registered campus 911±¬ÁÏ members will receive notifications through 911±¬ÁÏ’s official Emergency Alert system. You are automatically registered for this service as a 911±¬ÁÏ 911±¬ÁÏ member, but please […]
August 23, 2023
Lithium-ion battery safety tips
August 18, 2023 In preparation for students returning to campus, the Department of Public Safety Office of Fire and Life Safety reminds you of some lithium battery and e-bike & scooter battery safety tips. Lithium-ion batteries supply power to many kinds of devices including smartphones, laptops, e-scooters and e-bikes, e-cigarettes, smoke alarms, toys, and even […]
August 18, 2023
Warning: Email phishing campaign targeting 911±¬ÁÏ
Aug. 15, 2023 The University has identified an email phishing campaign targeting 911±¬ÁÏ email recipients. The email asks the recipient to set up a two-factor authentication. The email looks like an official 911±¬ÁÏ email with the University logo at the top of the message. The email prompts recipients to set up a two-factor (2FA) authentication […]
August 15, 2023
Explore innovative technologies at Tech Day 2023 on Aug 24
August 11, 2023 All 911±¬ÁÏ faculty and staff are invited to take part in Tech Day hosted by 911±¬ÁÏ Information Technology Services on Aug. 24. Tech Day is an annual ed tech innovation day and includes multiple tracks and virtual sessions centered on a new theme each year. The theme of “Taking it to the […]
August 11, 2023
Volunteer for fall semester move-in
Be part of a cherished University tradition Aug. 15, 2023 The Offices of 911±¬ÁÏ and Housing and Residential Life call upon faculty and staff to volunteer for fall semester move-in. Join us from Friday, Sept. 1, to Monday, Sept. 4, with shifts available daily from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Why Volunteer? Become part of […]
911±¬ÁÏ takes on Stony Brook Sept. 8 in season home opener
Faculty and staff can purchase $5 tickets 911±¬ÁÏ Football opens the 2023 season Friday, Sept. 8, when they take on Stony Brook under the lights at 7 p.m. Faculty and Staff can purchase tickets for just $5 as Rhody Football celebrates Teacher Appreciation Day. For more information, please visit GoRhody.com/tickets or call the Ryan Center […]
August 10, 2023
e-Campus Maintenance Scheduled August 11-12
August 7, 2023 Please note that all e-Campus modules will be down for scheduled upgrades and maintenance beginning Friday, August 11, at 4 p.m. and will be complete by Saturday, August 12, at approximately 11 a.m. The system will not be accessible to all users during this period. Please plan accordingly. It is recommended that all […]
August 7, 2023
Re-striping/painting of 3 parking lots set to begin early next week
Aug. 4, 2023 Transportation and Parking Services will re-stripe and paint three Kingston Campus parking lots on Tuesday, Aug. 8. Anyone who is parked in one of the following lots must move their vehicle by noon on Monday, Aug 7: The Keaney and Kappa Delta lots and the lots to the rear of Adams and […]
August 4, 2023
Call for submissions now open for International Education Week, Nov. 13–17, 2023
Aug. 4, 2023 911±¬ÁÏ’s International Education Week Planning Committee invites faculty, colleges, departments, centers, and student organizations to submit events celebrating international education opportunities and 911±¬ÁÏ’s efforts to meet the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. International Education Week is a national celebration initiated by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education. […]
University saddened by loss of Professor George Veyera
Aug. 3, 2023 The University is saddened to learn of the passing of Professor George Veyera. He died peacefully in his sleep at home Thursday, July 27. A 1978 graduate of the University of Rhode Island, George returned to 911±¬ÁÏ as an assistant professor of civil and environmental engineering in 1988. He was named associate […]
August 3, 2023
Family Weekend planning for faculty/staff
August 2, 2023 This year’s Family Weekend will be held Sept. 29 through Oct. 1. Faculty and staff who are planning events for Family Weekend should register them with the Office of Student Involvement prior to September 8 to be included in the full schedule. To register your event, fill out this event request form. […]
August 2, 2023
Thomas Cooley named assistant vice president for housing and resident life and student development
July 31, 2023 Dear 911±¬ÁÏ Community, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas Cooley to the position of assistant vice president for housing and residential life and student development.  Tom comes to 911±¬ÁÏ from Carnegie Mellon University and brings with him more than 20 years of experience in higher education, including housing, residence […]
July 31, 2023
A celebration of the life of the late Agnes Doody, professor emerita
July 24, 2023 The University 911±¬ÁÏ is invited to attend a celebration of the life of the late Agnes Doody, a beloved and innovative professor who worked at 911±¬ÁÏ for more than 45 years. The ceremony will be held Friday, July 28, at 9:30 a.m. in Swan Hall. The celebration can also be viewed online. Professor […]
July 24, 2023
University saddened by loss of Professor Emeritus James O. Prochaska
Known around the world for his research on behavior change, its impact on improving human health July 17, 2023 A founder of the University of Rhode Island’s Cancer Prevention Research Center, world renowned researcher, behavior change expert and University of Rhode Island Professor Emeritus James O. Prochaska died Sunday, July 9. Born in Detroit, Michigan […]
July 14, 2023
University mourns loss of David Maslyn
Served University for years as professor, dean of University Libraries July 11, 2023 Known for his wit, understanding, humility, kindness, frugality and handiness with tools during his 40 years of service to the University of Rhode Island, Professor David C. Maslyn, Sr. died peacefully at Westerly Hospital July 2. He was born to Lawrence and […]
July 10, 2023
Wireless network changes requiring action on July 17
July 10, 2023 Due to the expiration of a digital certificate used in the Wifi Authentication process for 911±¬ÁÏ_Secure and eduroam, beginning Monday, July 17, all devices using these WiFi networks will need to go through the WiFi onboarding process in order to reconnect. On this date, your device will most likely fail to connect […]
Ana Barraza joins 911±¬ÁÏ as new director of Women’s Center
July 10, 2023 To Our 911±¬ÁÏ Community, We are happy to share that Ana Barraza has been appointed the director of the 911±¬ÁÏ Women’s Center. A proud 911±¬ÁÏ alumna, Ana brings more than two decades of experience in higher education, primarily in the areas of access to education for students from underrepresented populations and mentoring […]
Michelle Fontes appointed assistant vice president for 911±¬ÁÏ, equity, and diversity
July 5, 2023 To Our 911±¬ÁÏ Community, I am happy to share that Michelle Fontes has been appointed assistant vice president for 911±¬ÁÏ, equity, and diversity, effective July 3. Michelle has served in the interim role since May 2022, providing leadership, organizational development, and program management related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including direct oversight […]
July 5, 2023
Kingston Campus 2022 Water Quality Report
June 29, 2023 The Kingston Campus 2022 Drinking Water Quality Report is now available to the campus 911±¬ÁÏ. The report provides water quality testing data and information demonstrating how our water quality compares to the standards set by regulatory agencies, as well as information about how water is provided to the Kingston Campus. For more information on […]
June 29, 2023
University of Rhode Island statement on Supreme Court affirmative action ruling
June 29, 2023 Today, the United States Supreme Court released its decision in Students for Fair 911±¬ÁÏs, Inc. (SFAI) v. President and Fellows of Harvard College and SFAI v. University of North Carolina, et al. The court’s decision holds that race-conscious admissions programs at Harvard and UNC violate the equal protection clause of the 14th […]
Portion of Complex Road to be closed starting July 5
The portion of Complex Road from Fayerweather Hall and the Potter Health Services building south to Browning Hall will be closed for underground steam utility repairs from Wednesday, July 5, through Friday, Aug. 4. Access to the Roger Williams Complex area will be via West Alumni Avenue; access to Eddy Hall will be available via […]
June 26, 2023
e-Campus maintenance scheduled June 24-25
June 22, 2023 Please note that all e-Campus modules will be down for scheduled upgrades and maintenance beginning Saturday, June 24, at 9 a.m. The system is expected to be back online no later than 9 a.m. on Sunday, June 25. The system will not be accessible to users during this period. Please plan accordingly. […]
June 22, 2023
911±¬ÁÏ Police to hold active threat training exercise June 23
June 21, 2023 The 911±¬ÁÏ Police Department will be conducting an active threat training exercise on Friday, June 23. The trainings will take place in Ballentine Hall, Davis Hall, and the library. While these trainings will occur outside of business hours, the areas being used will be marked with signs indicating police training in progress. These […]
June 21, 2023