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Greek Life is raising money for research on how plastic affects marine life. Photo by Greg Clark. The University of Rhode Island’s Greek Life is holding Philanthropy Week for the duration of this week in order to raise money that will go towards researching how plastics and microplastics affect the ocean. Greek Life hopes to…
Students Hope Sousa and Kylie Chartier protest on the Quad advocating gender-neutral bathrooms. Photo by Greg Clark. A group of students took to the Quad on Nov. 7 and called upon administrators to increase the number of gender-neutral restrooms available in academic buildings and residential halls. The demonstration was held from 11 a.m. to 1…
Kassondra Brown drives into the lane. Photo by Ian Weiner. There has been a certain vibe surrounding the women’s basketball team since they hired Head Coach Tammi Reiss last April, as many feel that she can be the one that resurrects a program that has made its home at the bottom of the Atlantic 10…
The marine affairs program is celebrating its 50th year at the University. Photo by Greg Clark. Founded in 1970, the marine affairs program has been a staple in the University’s prowess for ocean-related education for the past 50 years. According to the department of marine affairs website, “The University of Rhode Island was the first…
Written by Aniekan Okon Shot and edited by Matt Durkey and Aniekan Okon Edit: The Rams are playing Hartford on 11/10
Rhode Island basketball simultaneously showed both their ceiling and floor Saturday night after taking on the No. 7 ranked Maryland Terrapins. URI started the game playing the quintessential brand of basketball that was implemented by Dan Hurley, and which has been continued under second year Head Coach David Cox. The Rams forced 14 turnovers in…
A new chapter of the fraternity Theta Xi started welcoming students earlier this year. Photo from Theta Xi. A chapter of the Theta Xi Fraternity was established at the University of Rhode Island recently, and found its class of founding brothers earlier this semester. URI’s Theta Xi chapter is led by 25 members, who are…
by Theresa Brown and Julia Moro Despite the health concerns about vaping, senior Brianna Dupont still enjoys using her Juul. Photo by Grace DeSanti. On Oct. 4, Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo issued an executive order banning the distribution and retail of flavored e-cigarettes and vapes for four months, creating controversy throughout the state and…
Jeff Dowtin elevates for the contested jumper, helping URI on their way to their first win of the season. Photo by Autumn Walter. The second year of the David Cox era started in the positives for Rhode Island Men’s Basketball, as they cruised to a 76-65 victory over Long Island University. The Rams were paced…
The Diversity Center is a great resource for students to learn about fun activities for everybody. Photo by James McIntosh. The University of Rhode Island’s 23rd annual Diversity Week began this Monday, featuring workshops, lectures and events that are held throughout the week to focus on issues of race and religion. Diversity Week is hosted…