Local News- On Oct. 16, the Rhode Island Department of Health approved a petition from parents, allowing them to use medical marijuana to treat children with autism. This petition was filed in April, which requested the use of Cannabidiol (CBD) to treat autism which does not contain Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), also known as the ingredient in…
Photo by Anna Meassick Thursday, Oct. 11 At 12:58 p.m., there was a motor vehicle accident on Flagg Road. A report was filed. At 10:10 p.m., a smell of marijuana was reported at Aldrich Hall. It was reportedly gone on arrival. At 10:12 p.m., a medical emergency was reported at Coddington Hall. The patient was…
Photo by Anna Meassick | The University continues to make efforts to be more sustainable, from picking up litter to LEED buildings. The United States Department of Education named the University of Rhode Island a Green Ribbon school this year for its efforts in creating a sustainable campus and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. According to…
The Department of Public Safety released the annual Clery Report last week, which listed the number of reportable crimes committed on all five of the University of Rhode Island’s campuses. The Clery Report contained crime and fire statistics from 2015-2017. The University releases the Clery Report each year in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure…
Photo by Anna Meassick | Taft Hall is home to the Talent Development program, a program that helps in-state students succeed at URI. The University of Rhode Island’s Talent Development program celebrated its 50th year on campus and was honored with a celebratory event at the Omni Hotel in Providence on Oct. 6. Originally, 250…
Photo by Melissa Pellegrino | Renovations on Roosevelt Hall to preserve the historic building were completed in Spring of 2017. Two state offices have worked together to award Eleanor Roosevelt Hall a Rhody award for the University of Rhode Island’s efforts in preserving the historic significance of the building. A Rhody award honors organizations in…
Despite the enrollment rate at the University continuing to grow, Enrollment Services says sufficient classroom space is not a concern. There are 105 general assignment classroom spaces available for use at URI. These are classrooms that are not designated for a specific department’s use. In addition, space is available at 210 Flagg Road, Keaney Gymnasium,…
Photo by Sarah Vinci| The espresso machine in The 193 Coffee Shop broke suddenly last year, limiting the amount of drinks served by the cafe. The 193 Coffeehouse, a student-run cafe in the Memorial Union, is raising money to buy a new espresso machine that broke last year. On the second floor of the Union,…
Influenza vaccinations are being offered to the students of the University of Rhode Island at multiple locations across campus. According to the Center for Disease Control, an estimated 200,000 people are hospitalized from the flu each year, exemplifying the importance of getting vaccinated to protect yourself and others. “Everyone should get the flu shot, it’s…
This upcoming weekend, the University of Rhode Island will host its second annual Alumni and Family Weekend, allowing community members, family and alumni to reunite. To start the weekend off, URI President David Dooley will be in Edward’s Auditorium from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. for the President’s Welcome and Reception. Seating is limited, and…