Stephen Russo

Trust Fund Diva, Plastyc Peachez take to Union for Halloween Showcase

The University of Rhode Island’s Halloween student music showcase, held in the Memorial Union Atrium on Friday night, brought together a diverse selection of musicians for an evening that highlighted student bands on campus. The event was organized to give student performers a chance to present both their original music and interpretive covers. The event’s…

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Banned books: Students, staff discuss censorship, representation

The University of Rhode Island’s Robert L. Carothers Library hosted a “Blind Date with a Banned Book” event this week, drawing students and staff to discuss censorship, intellectual freedom and the importance of diverse literature. The event was held to raise awareness about the issue of banned books, censorship and challenged literature in general, according…

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Housing renovation plans will relocate 400 graduate students

The University of Rhode Island is moving forward with a total renovation of the Graduate Village Apartments starting May 2026, estimated to affect roughly 400-500 students and causing them to relocate, according to the Housing and Residential Life website. The apartment renovations are a part of URI’s major overhaul of student housing across campus, according…

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