Josephine Shirah ‘22, double major in chemistry and mathematics, worked within the A&S Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program in 2021.
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James Horban, assistant professor of Theatre, was the recipient of a Champlin grant for new equipment and lights. “Our awarded grant will add a large quantity of cutting-edge lighting instruments to our inventory,” he says, “opening new interfaces between live performance, technical mastery, and community outreach.”
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Theatre and Public Relations
“Both of my majors emphasized the importance of studying all aspects of a subject before you can focus on your specific concentration. This method allows you to gain a better understanding of what your colleagues responsibilities might be and that allows you to have a greater respect for the work that they do.”
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Fulbright Scholar Jay Rumas ’21 is currently in Prešov, the third-largest city in Slovakia about 428 miles from the Ukraine capital of Kyiv.
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The University of Rhode Island’s Theatre Department presents Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night.” It opens Thursday, March 3, in J-Studio in the Fine Arts Center, 105 Upper College Road, on the Kingston Campus.
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Recent inductee to R.I. Heritage Hall of Fame Tim Gray wants people to see, feel and hear the experiences of those who served, those who supported and suffered with them.
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Journalism and Political Science
“This past year, I got to serve as the editor-in-chief of the Good Five Cent Cigar, the student-run newspaper, during its 50 year anniversary. The opportunity to interact with alumni and celebrate many years of student journalism was such a privilege.”
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Miles Wilson ’22 is a French major bound for Howard University School of Law after graduation. “URI’s French department is resourceful and its faculty are extremely helpful,” he says. “I am beyond happy to have decided to become a French major here at URI.”
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From classic to contemporary music, from jazz big band to the symphony orchestra and concert band, the University of Rhode Island Music Department will present dozens of concerts this spring.
Continue reading "Swing, classical music, jazz among the offerings on the spring schedule for URI Department of Music"URIwill host internationally renowned writer, producer and director Haile Gerima on March 2. Gerima will hold a master class on “African American Counter Cinema” and separately screen selections from his latest project, a documentary on maroons in the United States. Maroonage refers to the history of formerly enslaved Africans who escaped during the period of slavery and created their own communities.
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Theatre (Acting)
“I value how well rounded my liberal arts education has been, allowing me to explore interests outside my chosen field and interact with fellow students from diverse perspectives.”
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Emma Richelsoph ’21 hoped to use her majors in public relations and biological science to pursue a career where she could incorporate her two passions: animals and writing. Successfully doing so, Richelsoph now works in social media for EARTH Limited, the non-profit organization partnered with the Southwick Zoo.
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Gender and Women’s Studies
“I want to work in communities and with mothers that need it the most because I think this will help change the health disparities that some people unequally face.”
Continue reading "Claire D. Estacuy"
Physics
“I can confidently say that I wouldn’t have the same passion for knowledge that I have today without the sense of camaraderie that our department has.”
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Computer Science
“A lot of STEM students benefit greatly from interdisciplinary studies as it allows us to explore interests that we can bring into our professional careers.”
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