Furonous rhodyium–the Rhody Ram–is a charismatic anthropomorphic Bovid commonly seen at campus events, glorious sport spectacles and just when you least expect it. To honor the University of Rhode Island’s agricultural legacy, a ram was designated as the institution’s mascot and muse in 1923. A live ram made its URI debut in the bottle-rocket year…
Through guitar solos, harmonies and melodies, Luke Combs brings an all-encompassing vibe to his newest album. Titled “The Way I Am,” the 22-song album features many different character-driven narratives and personal symbolism. Released on March 20, his first release since his previous album “Fathers and Sons” in 2024, gives the feeling of self-commentary on Combs’…
The Ryan Center and the University of Rhode Island Student Entertainment Committee hosted rapper Flo Rida on campus on March 26. Planning for the concert began after winter break, according to Ella Pires, the concert president for SEC. “Our advisor will send us a list of concert names that could come that are within our…
Stephanie Burt, a professor at Harvard University, spoke about the relatability and aspirations of Taylor Swift, promoting her book “Taylor’s Version,” at the Center for the Humanities’ annual humanist lecture series on March 26. This year’s theme was humanities and popular culture/counterculture, according to Evelyn Sterne, a history professor and the director of the Center…
Fostering unlikely connections, national non-profit group Lasagna Love helps to garner kindness throughout Rhode Island, the United States and the globe, one lasagna at a time. Lasagna Love is driven to bring communities together by connecting neighbors through homemade meal delivery. Through their movement, the organization pairs volunteer chefs with people in need within their…
Inching towards the spring and summer months, insects and pests are coming alive, and University of Rhode Island students have not been spared. Typical for this time of year, wasps are beginning to wake up and are finding their way into student dorms. Madison Carrion, second-year, has dealt with wasp-related issues over the past few…
Sex Offenses March 29: Weldin Residence Hall, an officer arrived on scene at 4:29 p.m. and was on the scene until 9:33 p.m. This investigation is still ongoing. Founded Suspicious Person Reports March 30: Browning Residence Hall, officer arrived on scene at 4:54 a.m. Motor Vehicle Accidents March 26: West Alumni Avenue March 29: Keaney…