The North Woods off the University of Rhode Island’s campus is home to a variety of species and is a hub of activity for wildlife research and conservation at the university. The North Woods Hiking and Conservation Club, which was founded two years ago, seeks to educate students on the value of the North Woods,…
The University of Rhode Island and the University of Connecticut have received joint contracts from General Dynamics Electric Boat to expand their research and education in naval STEM fields. URI’s Navy STEM coalition has been active since 2017, originally targeting undergraduate students to inform them on job opportunities in naval science and technologies, according to…
After a nearly two-semester-long project to remedy mold in the Robert L. Carothers library, both remediation phases ended Feb. 13 to make the library safe for students and staff, but funding for further work might not be granted. “I can tell you with complete confidence that the spaces are safe,” said Karl Calvo, the assistant…
The University of Rhode Island’s meal plan rates are lower than the University of Connecticut and the University of Massachusetts Amherst, according to dining services. However, does lower price necessarily mean lower quality? At URI, the smallest unlimited dining plan costs $2,800 a semester and the largest is $3,200 a semester, according to URI dining…
A green amendment was proposed to be added to the Rhode Island Constitution under Article I protecting the right to clean air, soil, climate and the environment’s natural values for citizens of Rhode Island, on Feb. 21. The Peace Dale Congregational Church’s Green Team has been working with Sen. Susan Sosnowski, who represents South Kingstown’s…
To support University of Rhode Island students celebrating Ramadan, the Muslim Student Association is providing students with nutritional and academic resources. By partnering with different student organizations and the local mosque, the MSA has provided students with evening meals, called iftars, from different cultures, thus fostering a sense of community when breaking fast, according to…
The University of Rhode Island’s Department of Geosciences is offering a new specialization that focuses on climate and water sciences. The program was built around research that members of the department conduct in regard to climate and hydrology, according to Ambarish Karmalkar, a visiting assistant professor of geosciences. “We wanted to add another dimension to…
New England is the fastest-warming region in the country due to its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf Stream Current, according to the Rhode Island Department of Health. Rhode Island in particular is warming at 0.3 degrees Fahrenheit per decade, according to RIDOH. Since 1900, temperatures have increased by a total of three…
Word of mouth can be crucial for businesses to survive. For Umi Poke Sushi in Narragansett, it is their sole form of advertising, according to the owner Daniel Kxx. Umi Poke Sushi has been open for less than a month. Kxx has always had a passion for serving people and starting a business. “I always…
Through the end of March, works from artist Munir Mohammed will be displayed on the first floor of Green Hall at the University of Rhode Island. Originally from Ghana, Mohammed’s pieces provide a look into the culture of those who live there, while still maintaining relatability, according to gallery director Steven Pennell. “It gives you…