New student applications at the University of Rhode Island increased by 5 percent in the past year, surpassing 23,000 new student applications following the Feb. 1 regular decision deadline. In 2019, the University received 22,437 applicants in total. 2020 shows an increase of 563 applications for the Office of Admissions. By Dec. 1, the early…
Next fall, the University of Rhode Island will institute an interdisciplinary undergraduate neuroscience program, offering three different tracks for students to follow. Undergraduate students will be able to pick the clinical neuroscience track, the molecular neuroscience track or the neuropharmacology track. “For the first two years really students take very similar courses in biology, chemistry,…
The Wellness Center offers a relaxed setting for those intimidated by a traditional gym atmosphere. Photo by James Singer. Anna Fascitelli Wellness Center offers atmosphere for relaxation For those who find the traditional gym atmosphere intimidating but are still interested in staying healthy, the Wellness Center in the Anna Fascitelli Fitness and Wellness Center offers…
Professor Scott Asadorian lectures his BUS-265 course. Photoby James McIntosh. College of Business Alumnus returns to URI after years as a professional Not every professor at the University of Rhode Island can say they have both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree from the university where they teach. Scott Asadorian, a lecturer in the College…
Amanda Marino is the current Vice President of the URI Student Senate. Photo by Autumn Walter. It can be hard to find a community in college. Between classes, homework, and other responsibilities there is little time to find the people who will be in your life for years to come. Amanda Marino was able to…
The University of Rhode Island’s Writing Across URI program has developed a new undergraduate award that will give students the chance to win a $1,000 prize, whether they’re traditionally writing-savvy or not. The award is divided into three categories: science writing, advocacy writing and research writing. Students will submit their work into one category where…
Valentines Day: Love is in the air at URI this Valentines Day. Graphic by Elizabeth Wong. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, people across the nation are gearing up for chocolate hearts and rose-colored cards. I’m here to tell you why the holiday is so great not only for those in relationships, but also…
Valentine’s Day is among the worst holidays of the year, right beside Columbus Day and April Fool’s Day. When I open Instagram this Friday, I do not want to see pictures of you and your significant other. I assure you, I do not care about your relationship and have no desire to see it. Other…
Dining Hall Hacks: Graphic by Elizabeth Wong. There are always those days in the dining halls where the homestyle food options just don’t sound that appetizing or look very appealing. We can all agree that we can’t always find something that we want to eat that fulfills our cravings. I want to feel full and…
We’re one month into 2020 and the album of the year has already been released. I realize that’s a pretty bold claim to make, but I don’t think that anything is going to be able to top Mac Miller’s final album “Circles,” which was released on Jan. 17. The posthumous release came just over four…