Up-and-coming indie-folk artist Alexander Morrissette released his first EP this summer after recording it from both his college dorm room and his childhood bedroom. The EP, “ghosts,” which was released in August, has five tracks and a soft sound commonly associated with folk albums. “My own sound, it’s been hard to find,” Morrissette said. “It’s…
University of Rhode Island Health Services is bringing back their Considering Change sobriety meetings for another semester to provide students with a space to discuss and rethink the way they use substances. The program, which began about five years ago, has been revamped by substance abuse analyst Catherine Calise and alcohol and other substances prevention…
A cricket club is being reinstated at the University of Rhode Island, which aims to introduce students to a sport that lacks popularity in the United States despite its popularity around the globe. In many countries, the sport of cricket is a big part of the culture and for international students, it is a big…
As part of the University Artist Series, the University of Rhode Island honored composers who died at a young age with their concert “Careers Cut Short: Rare Gems for Violin and Piano” The concert featured URI teacher of violin and viola Alexey Shabalin and professor of music Manabu Takasawa on piano. The program included works…
With new software, the University of Rhode Island’s study abroad program is working to better the process for interested students by matching them with programs best tailored to their future goals. Students are now able to browse the many different study abroad opportunities and save the ones that match their academic interests, according to the…
For students interested in getting a leg up in career fields that involve environmental or humanitarian efforts, the University of Rhode Island’s Peace Corps Prep program helps students gain skills that employers are looking for. The program targets students in majors that have niche employment opportunities following graduation, according to fourth-year wildlife conservation major and…
The University of Rhode Island’s Greek Life has raised over $57,000 for its annual philanthropy week, which isn’t set to begin until November. This year’s philanthropy week is from Nov. 17-22 and will focus on the theme of mental health awareness and suicide prevention. “We chose philanthropies that are relevant because they were us,” Greek…
Coldplay’s 10th album “Moon Music” brings back many of the religious themes seen in previous albums and encourages listeners to approach the world with love and an open mind. The album, which has 10 tracks, has received mixed reviews from critics since its release. The tracks, which each have a deeper message to share with…
In a world polarized by social media, former TIME magazine editor-in-chief Nancy Gibbs discussed the role of journalists as “truth seekers” at the University of Rhode Island on Thursday, Oct 10. Gibbs warned the audience about the growing distrust in news and how it impacts media creators and consumers in her presentation at the 16th…
Through yoga, prayer, challah and community, the University of Rhode Island Hillel Center upheld almost 4,000-year-old traditions in celebration of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Rosh Hashanah began Oct. 2 and ended on Friday. Yom Kippur begins Friday at sunset and ends at nightfall on Saturday. Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas-led terrorists attacked Israel, making it…