Two of the current Democratic presidential candidates have recently released proposed policies on student loan forgiveness that could potentially affect students at the University of Rhode Island. According to Marc Hutchison, the political science department chair, Elizabeth Warren’s proposed policy would forgive $50,000 worth of debt for households that make under $100,000 annually. Households making…
Writer Claremary P. Sweeney discusses how she writes about crime at this year’s forensic science seminar. Photo by James McIntosh. A local murder mystery writer, who has written four novels set in Rhode Island, spoke at this week’s forensic science seminar and discussed how she goes about writing her novels. The seminar, titled “Inside the…
Professor of medicine Dr. Jeremy Sugarman discussed the interplay of secular bioethics and religion. Photo by Autumn Walter. The seventh speaker of this year’s Honor Colloquium delivered a speech titled “Ethical Controversies in Medicine and Medical Research: The Interplay of Secular Bioethics and Religion” on Tuesday in the Edwards Auditorium. The speaker, Dr. Jeremy Sugarman,…
The University has been experiencing complications with the WiFi. Graphic by Elizabeth Wong. Following the WiFi outage on Sept. 26, some faculty members and students have noticed difficulty with connectivity and speed when using the University of Rhode Island secure network. Senior psychology and communication studies major Catherine Nolty said that the issues she has…
Thursday, Nov. 7 At 6:09 a.m. a medical emergency occurred at the Kingston Fire Department. The patient was transported to the hospital. At 10:23 p.m. drug offenses occurred in Bressler Hall. A police report was filed. Friday. Nov. 8 At 11:02 p.m. alcohol violations occurred in Heathman Hall. Police assistance was rendered. At 11:57 p.m….
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…
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…
After students had negative reactions to gluten in paper straws, many food services around campus have made warning labels. Photo by Melissa Marchese. In early October, Karen Orabona, a nutrition specialist at the University of Rhode Island, sent out an email to students with gluten intolerances to warn them that the paper straws on campus…
As a part of the URI 101 curriculum, all freshmen are now required to receive a certificate for completing a Title IX quiz in order to learn about discrimination on the basis of sex in education and the workplace. According to the University of Rhode Island’s Office of Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity and Diversity’s website,…