Senior Libero, Ella Ratzloff, became the program’s all-time leader in digs this past weekend. Photo credit: gorhody.com The University of Rhode Island Volleyball team put together another impressive weekend at the UNH/Merrimack Tournament, winning all three of their games to move to 8-7 this season. With these wins, the team has now aced six of…
University partners with new neighbor Tomaquag Museum. Stephanie Morningstar spoke at the first Master Gardner’s webinar of the school year. PHOTO CREDIT: nefoclandtrust.com The University of Rhode Island’s Collaborative Extension recently held its first webinar of the semester for community members to learn about Indigenous plants and discuss the Tomaquag Museum’s plan to move onto…
As URI welcomes students to campus this semester, online courses seem to be here to stay. PHOTO CREDIT: Contributed by politico.com While a majority of courses at the University of Rhode Island have returned to in-person instruction this semester, some courses have remained online and will most likely continue to be so. For Vince Petronio,…
Prospective members of Greek Life at the University of Rhode Island are facing unique experiences while getting to know their potential new chapters. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Greek Life recruitment process had to be largely changed. Last fall, all new members were recruited virtually and weekly chapter meetings were held via Zoom throughout…
Check out “Hello Nature,” the most outdoorsy new podcast on streaming services. PHOTO CREDIT: podtail.com I’ve never been much of a reader. I’m not one of those people on a plane who tune out the engine roar with a book. No, I’m the passenger who looks out the window, listens to music and sips my…
New management takes over South County movie theater with plans to implement several changes for the new year. PHOTO CREDIT: Greg Clark All South County Cinemas, located in South County Commons, just a quick ride away from the University of Rhode Island’s campus, is about to undertake some big remodels, adding a little more luxury…
Reality show-turned-documentary “The Activist” received backlash for “performative activism.” PHOTO CREDIT: scarymommy.com The Kardashians, finding “true” love on an island and people singing in masks all seem to capture America’s attention through one uniting concept: reality television. The question now is, can activism be added to that category? CBS’s new reality show “The Activist” was…
Whether it’s for fun or to represent a passion tattoos are a powerful way to express oneself. PHOTO CREDIT: Dasha Albee I’ve heard “tattoos are like potato chips, you can’t just have one.” I agree. Once you get one, you can’t stop and you’re already thinking about your next one. Tattoos allow you to express…
New Director of the Harrington School Ammina Kothari looks to focus on interdisciplinary studies within the school. PHOTO CREDIT: Melissa Marchese Working on interdisciplinary studies and inclusivity within the Harrington School are at the top of the priority list for Ammina Kothari, its new director. “I spent most of summer listening,” Kothari said. “I met…
