New dorm construction planned, current halls facing changes The effects of the pandemic, and increased numbers in enrollment has shown that on-campus upperclassmen housing has dwindled. PHOTO CREDIT: Hannah Charron | Staff Photographer Students at the University of Rhode Island have experienced different housing circumstances since the COVID-19 pandemic, and Housing and Residential Life (HRL)…
This week’s gathering of the Student Senate was highlighted by a meeting with the interim Vice President of Student Affairs and Director of Health Services, Ellen Reynolds, as well as the official recognition of two student organizations. Reynolds’s time on the floor began with her receiving recognition from the Senate for receiving her doctorate. From…
Director, producer Ti West continues year of success The sequel to “X,” “Pearl” provides viewers with a balance of horror and homage. PHOTO CREDIT: IMBD Following up his A24-backed hit “X” (2022), writer and director Ti West came back swinging with “Pearl,” the latest installment in his franchise. Operating as a prequel to the original…
Students turn stadium into stage Representing URI athletics and the music department, the Ram Marching Band makes a statement, spiriting the signature keaney blue. PHOTO CREDIT: Kat Sheridan From bedazzled Keaney blue outfits to a rhythmic, impressive performance, the University of Rhode Island’s Ram Marching Band stole the show with their first performance at the…
Experimental rock band makes their name known Formed in the Musicians Guild, Amanita often performs at venues across Rhode Island and Massachusetts, including Kingston’s own 193 Coffee House. PHOTO CREDIT: @amanita.band on Instagram “Organized chaos” is what you can expect from local trio Amanita. Formed in March of 2021, this band, composed of Sebastian Toledo…
Henderson overwhelms Rhody defense, Rams lose 42-21 The stands were packed Saturday afternoon for the CAA Game of the Week between the 17th ranked Rams and 9th ranked Blue Hens PHOTO CREDIT: Eddie Melfi The University of Rhode Island football team hosted Delaware for their first home game of the season in what was the…
From 1970s hits to fist-pumping beats, live concerts are made for life-long memories. PHOTO CREDIT: Ronan Himelrick For many music fans, summer represents an exciting time, with many artists going on summer tours and performing their pieces across the world. This summer, I had the opportunity to see two concerts with two wildly different vibes:…
Club volleyball hires first head coach in program history For the entirety of its existence, URI women’s club volleyball has never had a coach. That all changes this season, as former Brown University Club Volleyball Head Coach Cathy Fulford has accepted the coaching position in Kingston. As a former champion both on and off the…
Senior Ben Fleischer took tenth place in the 8 kilometer run in Attleboro, Mass. with a time of 25 minutes and six seconds. PHOTO CREDIT: gorhody.com The University of Rhode Island Men’s Cross Country Team opened their season with a fourth-place finish at the Friar Invitational in Attleboro, Mass., and assistant coach Brian Doyle believes…