The development of offshore wind technology throughout New England has dramatically increased over the years since it was first introduced to the area in 2016 with the construction of the Block Island Wind Farm. These wind farms have brought with them inquiries into the impacts of these new forms of energy use on surrounding communities….
This past Thursday, Micheal A. DiLauro, a criminal defense lawyer for over 41 years, spoke in this series on the impacts of developing artificial intelligence on the practice of criminal law. This year marks the University of Rhode Island’s 25th annual forensic science seminar series. DiLauro is a 1977 graduate of Providence College who later…
“Five Nights at Freddy’s’” has been a widely loved horror game video franchise for many years since its release in 2014 . The new “Five Nights at Freddy’s’” movie that came out this past month on Oct. 27 brought a whole new community to the “FNAF” franchise, including myself. To summarize, the movie follows the…
East Hall is one of many buildings bordering the University of Rhode Island’s campus quadrangle, a spot that thousands of students walk through every day. According to an article from Rhody Today, “Buildings on the URI Quadrangle Constructing History”, East Hall was named after its location. The building sits along Lippitt road on the northeast…
During the University of Rhode Island’s Taricani lecture this past Wednesday, investigative journalist Caitlin Dickerson spoke on her work in writing and revealing previously covered up stories. The Taricani Lecture is an annual event created in honor of Jim Taricani, an alum of URI. Taricani is remembered for his work as a journalist – particularly…
Jesse-Ray Leich, a 2017 graduate from the University of Rhode Island, has gone on to play the drums for several musical theatre orchestras over the years, including multiple Broadway productions. Born in Ecuador, Leich was adopted and grew up playing the drums in North Kingstown. He has been playing since he was just 4 years…
It is uncommon to find a specialist on the niche that is medieval history, however the University of Rhode Island’s own Professor Joëlle Rollo-Koster is just that. Born and raised in southern France in a town called Toulon, Koster has been immersed in medieval life since she was born. “Because Toulon was a big navy…
This past Friday, Dennis Nixon, a professor in the department of marine affairs at the University of Rhode Island, spoke in a seminar entitled “Ships Don’t Leave Skid Marks.” This presentation delved into Nixon’s experience working in the field of maritime forensics and the cases he has worked on throughout his career. Nixon defined forensics…
With the growing concern of global warming and pollution sitting heavy on communities’ shoulders, there is hope to be found yet in the Master Gardeners program at the University of Rhode Island. The Master Gardeners are a group of volunteers that conduct many community outreach programs throughout the year, in connection with programs in surrounding…
The beginning of autumn brings many events to the University of Rhode Island’s campus, and October sees the productions of the theatre department’s fall plays well underway. The first of this season’s productions will be “Marie Antoinette,” written by playwright David Adjmi and directed by assistant professor of theatre Rachel Walshe. Opening night will be…