President Donald Trump signed an executive order to end federally funded diversity, equity and inclusion programs on Jan. 20, potentially affecting students’ sense of belonging at the University of Rhode Island. In Section 2 of the White House’s executive order titled, “Ending Radical And Wasteful Government DEI Programs And Preferencing,” DEI programs are referred to…
The University of Rhode Island is under investigation by the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights in response to a complaint alleging that certain URI scholarships are in violation of the 14th Amendment. The 14th Amendment states that “No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or…
University of Rhode Island fraternity Pi Kappa Alpha, commonly referred to as Pike, is returning back to campus life after a one-semester suspension period with an aim to foster a stronger culture of responsibility and accountability. Pike was suspended early last fall for violating the URI Student Handbook’s Health & Safety Hazing Policy, according to…
University of Rhode Island faculty convened for an academic summit focusing on the use and potential integration of artificial intelligence in academia on Jan. 16. Sue Adams, the interim vice provost for Academic and Faculty Initiatives, assembled staff and faculty with varying experiences and opinions on AI for the summit, entitled “AI at URI 2.0.” …
The Town of South Kingstown opened up their yearly warming centers as Rhode Island temperatures dropped as low as 13 degrees Fahrenheit on Jan. 22. During the work week, South Kingstown’s senior center, the Neighborhood Guild, the Peace Dale Library, the Kingston Free Library and the Hale Library act as warming centers. People come and…
Amid executive orders targeting immigration from President Donald Trump, the Office of International Students and Scholars at the University of Rhode Island will continue to offer support to the university’s international student community, according to Melissa De Jesus, director of International Student Scholars and Immigration Services. “This is a time when folks can be concerned,”…
Bressler Hall experienced a water main break on Jan. 24 due to cold temperatures, requiring the Memorial Union to shut off all running water for four hours, according to Brad Irish, the Memorial Union assistant director of operations. The Ram’s Den, the Total Image Hair Salon and the 193 Coffeehouse were not operational on the…
University of Rhode Island faculty convened for an academic summit focusing on the use and potential integration of artificial intelligence in academia on Jan. 16. Sue Adams, the interim vice provost for Academic and Faculty Initiatives, assembled staff and faculty with varying experiences and opinions on AI for the summit, entitled “AI at URI 2.0.” …
The University of Rhode Island student senate swore in four new senators, approved nominations for a constitution review committee and approved four bills in its meeting on Wednesday. Senate President Argha Goswami joined elected Sens. Melanie Capraro, Clayton Roach, Isabella Neighbors and Tyler Dickson for an oath which motioned their induction as official members of…
Over 100 people rallied at the steps of the Rhode Island State House on President Donald Trump’s inauguration day, standing in support of climate advocacy and environmental justice. University of Rhode Island students attended the Jan. 20 demonstration and held up signs that read: “URI students for climate” and “future environmental scientists against Trump.” Student…