The semester’s almost over and everyone is starting to tap out of classes and focus on their gift list (I know I am), but we have to finish strong! Focus on those classes, pass those exams and stay on top of that homework, but let’s not forget about our mental state for the upcoming holidays. …
J.P. Walsh welcomes Lynsea Montanari to the stage to speak about the importance of seafood and conservation to her native Narragansett tribe. PHOTO CREDIT: Nadia Sutyrina The University of Rhode Island’s Honors Colloquium showed a different side of culinary education when author, speaker, and chef Barton Seaver highlighted sustainability in seafood. The presentation, held on…
Concert features tributes to Count Basie, Duke Ellington Orchestras URI’s Jazz Big Band plays songs tributing Count Basie and Duke Ellington Orchestras. PHOTO CREDIT: Greg Clark On Thursday, Oct. 28, the University of Rhode Island Big Band blew everyone away in the Fine Arts Center Concert Call as they presented “Basically Basie,” a tribute performance…
Hi readers, welcome back to Dasha’s Weekly Psych Fact! We are halfway through the semester; I hope everyone is taking mental breaks and eating well. We’ve got some rainy weather hitting us, so cozy up with some hot cocoa and enjoy the rain from the comfort of your home or dorm. Maybe while you’re listening…
The music department held its first jazz combos since 2019 offering performances from trombonists, guitarists, drums and pianists. PHOTO CREDIT: Nadia Sutyrina Brilliant trombone, guitar, drums and piano entertained students, staff and the community at the first University of Rhode Island Jazz Combos Night on Tuesday in the Fine Arts Center Concert Hall. Doors opened…
Hi readers, welcome back to Dasha’s Weekly Psych Fact! Hope everyone is enjoying the last of this warm weather and loving the changing of seasons as much as I do (especially the pretty tree colors and cute outfits). I personally love spooky season and all the fun activities and perks it comes with. Between the…
Hey readers! Welcome back to Dasha’s Weekly Psych Fact. Hope everyone is doing well and that the semester is going well so far. Exams are coming up soon, so wishing everyone luck on those if yours haven’t started already. This week, I want to talk about the importance of taking breaks and relaxing. FACT: taking…
Hi readers! My name is Dasha Albee and I am a junior psychology major here at the University of Rhode Island. I just started writing for the Good Five Cent Cigar this fall, and with this section, I hope to bring you some fun psychology facts, as well as helpful tips to make your life…
Cory Clark and Louis Cerbo, the two finalists for director of the Counseling and Psychological Center, spoke to URI community members about their plans for the Center. PHOTO CREDIT: Nick Pierson In the final steps of the search for a new director of the Counseling and Psychological Center, the University of Rhode Island held virtual…
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…