Anthropology and Philosophy
“The diversity of curriculum and the inclusion of often marginalized narratives allows for a holistic education that is practical both professionally and personally.”
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Anthropology, Political Science, and Theatre
“The College of Arts and Sciences allowed me to tailor my academic experience to my interests and goals, and I’m very prepared for life after graduation because of it.”
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Art
“Over the past few years, my classmates and I had caring and supportive professors who pushed us to grow creatively, while also maintaining our freedom to explore.”
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Christian Harder ‘05 discusses how his B.A. in art from URI prepared him to become a professional lifestyle photographer.
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English and Writing & Rhetoric
“I’ve always felt encouraged and supported by the professors and faculty, and have found myself branching out in ways I never would have imagined.”
Continue reading "Arden Bastia"URI’s first theater production of the semester, “Richard III,” has been transformed from Shakespeare’s second longest play into a 90-minute, fast-paced, action drama.
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French, Political Science, and Writing & Rhetoric
“URI has opened doors to a wealth of exciting learning opportunities, both at home and abroad.”
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Communication Studies and Journalism
“What I value most about my liberal arts education is our ability to go beyond the classroom and out into the world. Every semester, I have had a class that takes me beyond our Kingston campus and out into the real world.”
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Grammy award-winning performers, an International Guitar Festival, and a celebration of life through music are all part of our Department of Music’s spring season at the University of Rhode Island.
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Mathematics and Political Science
“College shouldn’t just be a job factory, it should be an institution where you become a more complete citizen, one who is prepared for the various challenges you will continue to face in life even after college.”
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Krishna Venkatasubramanian, assistant professor of computer science, is researching ways to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities report sexual abuse with technology. “Our goal is to build a tool that makes reporting easier, but also teaches folks how to recognize abuse and what they should do,” he says.
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Communication Studies, Philosophy, and Political Science
“I owe my success at URI to the mentors who shared their time, energy, and passion with me and never stifled my curiosity.”
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Physics
“Through my classes and other experiences within the college, I have been equipped with a tool box of problem solving skills.”
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“Right now we live in an environment where we’re bombarded by information,” says Barry Burdick ’20. “Philosophy helps to discern through that information to see how it applies or doesn’t and how to argue in a non-threatening way. It helps you become a more well-rounded person.”
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Our International Studies and Diplomacy program is the only of its kind in the Northeast. It’s designed to provide students with essential knowledge and skills in international politics, economics, culture, and language.
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