The University of Rhode Island introduced Pat Lyons as its new vice president and director of athletics in a press conference at the Ryan Center on Wednesday. A Providence native, Lyons has spent more than 25 years in executive leadership positions at the Division I level between Iona University and, most recently, Seton Hall University….
It’s hard to know what’s real or a dream when enchanted in a world of fantasy fusion, where characters’ lives are lived in obsessive trances just to be returned to the “present,” seemingly unscathed, but never forgetting. In the University of Rhode Island’s theatre production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” the audience is immersed in…
Few fighters can say they thrive inside the octagon like Charles Oliveira, as he handed Max Holloway a one-sided beatdown in the main event of UFC 326. I was in total shock watching Oliveira rip Holloway apart. After doubting Oliveira heavily going into this fight, I probably should’ve known better. The two combatants met back…
Branta canadensis–Canada goose–is the largest species of goose and is a ubiquitous migratory species in North America. These herbivorous, freshwater-preferring waterfowl have done quite well in the modern age, conservatively numbering 5 million strong. While the picture above is a goose, some people long ago decided to refer to a grouping of these critters as…
Shondaland delivered an impeccable fourth season of “Bridgerton,” teaching viewers about the challenges of society through Benedict’s journey as he navigates societal pressure through the lens of a Cinderella story. While my favorite couple is Penelope and Colin, I understand why some fans prefer Benedict and Sophie. Benedict has been a comedic relief for the…
The 2026 Academy Awards ceremony will be one to remember for years to come, containing some of the most competitive races in recent memory that will leave a mark on history no matter which nominees come out on top. Last year, there were only two semi-competitive races in the acting categories, Best Actor and Best…
Poetry, music and personal storytelling filled the Multicultural Student Services Center on Thursday as students gathered for the fourth annual HERstory Open Mic Night in celebration of Women’s History Month. The event created a space for members of the University of Rhode Island community to share creative work and personal experiences while uplifting women’s voices…
Faculty and staff at the University of Rhode Island gathered for a book club workshop centered around the book “Hacking College: Why Major Doesn’t Matter and What Really Does,” and discussed how its ideas could be applied to better support students on March 4. Posted through the University’s Advancement of Teaching and Learning office, URI…
Through family and reform, the University of Rhode Island Club Powerlifting team has quickly sprung into one of the biggest club teams on campus. Founded in 2014, URI Powerlifting has undergone major changes over the past few years. In 2023, the club only had seven members with four executive board positions, according to URI Powerlifting…
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law on July 4, 2025, is set to place limits on Parent Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students and eliminate the existing Graduate PLUS Loans. Beginning in July, the families of new students will face limits on the amount they can borrow per year including at the University…