On Nov. 6, people across the country will vote for their elected officials and referendums during the 2018 midterm elections. Brian Krueger, a professor of the political science department, said that this year’s midterm elections are particularly important because they could change the makeup of the entirety of the United States House of Representatives and…
Off Campus Lane Palmer Hello, my name is Lane Palmer, I am a sophomore studying Supply Chain Management here at URI. Joining student senate is an intelligent way to improve my knowledge of my university, get a better understanding of the communities government processes, and help represent the off campus college community. I believe I…
In light of the recent election, many individuals have felt either unsettled or concerned about the newest President-elect and the world’s general reliance on media identity. For those feeling confused or anxious about the future of America, Professor Eske Møllgaard has revamped his philosophy course: Recent European Philosophy (PHL 324). “This is a course I…
Following the results of the presidential election, students and faculty at the University of Rhode Island gathered on Tuesday to express solidarity for one another, as well as their concerns and hopes for the future. The event, which was originally scheduled to take place on the Quadrangle, was relocated to the Memorial Union Ballroom due…
In a historic upset, Donald Trump won the 2016 Presidential Election in one of the closest elections in history, marking the second time in less than two decades a presidential candidate has won the presidency without having the majority of the popular vote. Naturally, many Americans are shocked. Protests, riots and demonstrations have erupted across…
In a room filled with love, grief and unity, students and faculty gathered in the memorial union ballroom to rally after the election. “People who were scared, who were nervous, who hadn’t shared their views with their family, they could have that here,” said Desiree Nash, a senior at the university. The URI Solidarity Collective…
The Boss Ice Arena welcomed voters from all of South Kingstown to take part in one of the most historic presidential elections this nation has ever seen. Many of the voters who came out on election night said they felt they had no choice this year but to go out and vote. “Part of me…
For many people, 2016 marks their first year voting in an election. According to data from the United States Census, roughly 31 percent of the electoral vote is made up of “new-age baby boomers,” who are between the ages of 18 and 35. With such a high percentage, America’s youth will have a significant role…
What could go down as one of the most historical elections in United States history is right around the corner, and URI police say they are prepared for any type of response students may have to election results. In recent years, the URI Police Department has established community policing in efforts to continue to institute…
Two weeks ago, I didn’t cast my absentee ballot in favor of Donald Trump. Part of the reason was definitely because he is a man. Go ahead, respond. Tell me that it’s stupid and irresponsible not to vote for a candidate based on gender. Tell me that I’m an anti-Trump bandwagoner who doesn’t know what…