Photos courtesy of Sampson Jacobs taken during the ninth annual hair show in April 2015. The University of Rhode Island’s organization, Student Alliance for the Welfare of Africa (SAWA), has just completed their auditions for their spring hair show, an event that aims to spread awareness of African culture around campus. SAWA is an organization…
Photo by Sarah Vinci | Current washers and dryers will be replaced next year. On Oct 9, the University of Rhode Island welcomed Jeff Fountain, the new manager of the upcoming broadcast studio being renovated in Chafee Social Science Center. Fountain has been working in the film and television industry for over 30 years. His…
After performing in Scotland over the summer, a music instructor at the University of Rhode Island returned to continue sharing his passion of music and experiences through teaching. Kyle Forsthoff was eager to spread his talent and make human connection through music. Music has always been present in Forsthoff’s life due to his father’s love…
The last ten days or so have seen the University of Rhode Island Kingston campus more political than usual, playing host to a gubernatorial debate on Monday the 15th and a senatorial debate on Saturday the 20th. I had the privilege to help cover both of them, and as somebody who has a great interest…
By: Lianna Blakeman and Julia Moro Never would we have imagined that we would find ourselves on a stage in front of over 100 people questioning the future Rhode Island governor and United States senator. As simple student journalists, we typically go about our days staying informed of University of Rhode Island events, hanging out…
In the University of Rhode Island’s March 2018 Political Science newsletter, Professor Brian Krueger writes, “Disagreeing with mutual respect, listening with the intention to learn about others, and an openness to new ideas and evidence seems quaint, weak or worse, a betrayal to your political tribe.” According to a 2016 Gallup Poll, approximately 77 percent…
Autumn Walter | Pink jerseys were worn for the Ram’s “Pink the Rink” game against Drexel University. It was a tale of two cities at the Boss Ice Arena this past weekend as the men’s ice hockey team split their weekend series with Drexel University. Game one was everything a University of Rhode Island fan…
When it comes to acknowledging the impact and benefits various art forms have on society, many people have ranging opinions. Students in particular find that art is notably influential in their everyday lives. Art serves as an entertainer for most students, from listening to music on their way to class, to watching Netflix after class….
Autumn Walter | Stock photo from URI vs St. Bonaventure; Women’s soccer has yet to win a game this season. The Rams faced off against the Saint Joseph Hawks, Virginia Commonwealth University Rams and George Mason to complete their home stretch and the remaining away game of the season. URI faced off against the Rams…
After performing in Scotland over the summer, a music instructor at the University of Rhode Island returned to continue sharing his passion for music and experiences through teaching. Kyle Forsthoff was eager to spread his talent and make human connection through music. Music has always been present in Forsthoff’s life due to his father’s love…