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Hilda Lloréns is named Cornille Distinguished Scholar at Wellesley College May 29, 2025 - Hilda Lloréns, professor of anthropology, gender & women studies, and marine affairs will begin her residency in the fall of 2025 at the Suzy Newhouse Center for the Humanities and will continue through the academic year to complete her latest book, "Nature Practices: The Latinx Outdoors at the End of Nature."
CELS students sweep awards in URI’s Research and Scholarship Photo Contest May 29, 2025 - CELS researchers and students at every level--postdoctoral, doctoral, undergraduate, and a recent alumnus--won awards from URI's Research and Scholarship Photo Contest, including first place to Renato Borras-Chavez for his piece "Working Hard–Hardly Working" (pictured).
New graduate certificate in econometrics and data analysis combines math analysis with wide range of applications May 29, 2025 - We've launched a new program designed to boost job market competitiveness by developing in-demand skills in a flexible environment.
Urban planning scholar Julian Agyeman to deliver Metcalf’s annual Leeson Lecture on ‘Just Sustainabilities’ June 10 May 27, 2025 - Author Julian Agyeman will speak at the URI Graduate School of Oceanography, Tuesday, June 10, 3:30 p.m., as part of the URI Metcalf Institute’s annual public lecture series. It is free and open to the public.
URI tick expert shares tips for a tick-free summer May 23, 2025 - Thomas Mather, director of URI’s Center for Vector-Borne Disease, offers a wealth of information and resources so that people can stay ahead of, or away from, tick exposure this summer.
URI researchers study link between stroke and Alzheimer’s Disease May 21, 2025 - Claudia Fallini, assistant professor of cell and molecular biology and pharmacy, is investigating the link between stroke and dementias in a study funded by a $413,000 grant from the National Institutes of Health. She hopes her research will lead to a better understanding of the mechanisms that contribute to Alzheimer’s disease, as well as to improved stroke outcomes.
CELS graduate awarded research fellowship from National Science Foundation May 16, 2025 - Marine biology major Lindsey Reimels has received a prestigious National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship. This fall she will pursue a Ph.D. in ecological sciences continuing her research into the relationship between baleen whales and microplastics.
Celebrating Classroom Conservation: Natural Resources Science Professor Peter Paton Retires After Decades of Teaching May 13, 2025 - Beloved professor of natural resources science, Peter Paton, is retiring after more than three decades at URI. Known for his passion and expertise, he has been in invaluable part of the URI community.