Actress, comedian and writer Maysoon Zayid discussed disability and entertainment in this week’s Honors Colloquium. Photo from uri.edu. “In the oppression Olympics, I would win a gold medal,” Maysoon Zayid said at this week’s Honors Colloquium lecture. “I’m Palestinian, I’m Muslim, I’m a woman of color, I’m disabled and I live in New Jersey. If…
English department unveils new undergraduate curriculum Students majoring in English can now focus on literature or creative writing. Graphic by Elizabeth Wong. After two years in the making, the University of Rhode Island’s English department introduced its new, modernized undergraduate major curriculum this semester. Students are now able to choose between two English major tracks:…
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New federal changes to Title IX policy regarding sexual assault will call for disciplinary hearings, the possibility of cross examination of the complainant and accused and will only cover cases that occur on-campus. On Aug. 14, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education implemented its new Title IX guidelines for sexual harassment. While Title IX itself…
The University of Rhode Island Honors Program kicked off its annual Honors Colloquium via YouTube on Tuesday with a discussion on why disability is highly stigmatized by society. To coincide with the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disability Act, this year’s theme is “Disability in the 21st Century.” Each talk will cover contemporary issues…
University announces campaign to raise $250 million by 2024. The URI foundation is raising money to improve student life on campus. Photo By Ethan Pellegrino. The University of Rhode Island Foundation recently announced a major campaign to raise $250 million by 2024 to further develop student life, campus programs and faculty research. The campaign, “Big…
This semester’s traditional theater shows are postponed due to the pandemic. Photo by Ethan Pellegrino. While on-stage productions have paused, the University of Rhode Island’s theatre program is innovating ways for students to continue developing their craft. THE 322: Play Direction, a class where student-directed performances are typically presented at the end of the spring…
Jaileen Goncalves passes the ball in a game from last season. Photo from GoRhody.com. The Rhode Island women’s soccer has had some trying times within the past few years. Just two years ago, they went winless during the regular season. They improved on that last season, finishing with a 4-9-5 record and earning six conference…
Pre-COVID-19, salads at the dining hall were a joyous encounter for veggie lovers, for those emphatic about nutrient dense foods and for those who truly enjoyed eating food that tastes only slightly like earth. Even for those who were on the fence about veggies but ate a vegetable every now and then because they did…