Extreme weather events attributed to climate change are devastating societies whose vulnerability is the product of a harsh social calculus — the poor are left to bear the climatic brunt of the wealthy’s overconsumption of energy and resources. This panel will explore how the recent destruction in Houston, Florida and Puerto Rico partly stemmed from social and economic disparities — and how those inequalities may affect recovery and reconstruction.
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Films by URI graduates selected for Rhode Island Film Festival
An invitation for a screening is an honor. Of 6,000 submissions from throughout the world, only 300 films were selected — three of which are by graduates of the URI’s Harrington School of Communication and Media. The winning films qualify for short films at the Oscars.
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The University of Rhode Island has appointed Dr. Jeannette E. Riley of Providence, to be the dean of its largest academic college, the College of Arts and Sciences. “She is a talented and experienced academic leader and I am confident that her unique strengths and collaborative style will generate a new energy and vitality for the future of the College of Arts and Sciences,” said Provost DeHayes.
Continue reading "URI welcomes accomplished, collaborative leader for the College of Arts and Sciences"URI chemistry professor, graduate students devise formula for birthday party business
Each party, which costs $200 and lasts nearly two hours, includes two hands-on activities and a short demonstration, as well as the option of making liquid nitrogen ice cream, which is edible.
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Selected by the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation for her academic achievement, leadership ability and commitment to a career in public service, Autumn Guillotte will receive her award along with 61 other college juniors at a ceremony at the Truman Library and Museum in Independence, Mo. on May 28.
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The 132-page novella is part of James Patterson’s e-book series, Bookshots. It’s about a succubus, a supernatural femme fatale who seduces powerful men to infiltrate their evil secret society.
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University of Rhode Island professor Donna M. Hughes is at the forefront of the movement to end with the launch of an online academic journal, “Dignity,” dedicated to publishing papers about sexual exploitation, violence and slavery.
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The new degree program, to start in the fall, will combine courses from psychology, chemistry, sociology, political science, gender and women’s studies and economics.
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URI was one of 28 colleges and universities in the country awarded a total of $1.65 million in a program called “Next Generation PhD.’’ URI received $25,000 from the NEH and matched the award with $25,000.
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Applicants for the US-UK Fulbright Summer Institute were selected for their leadership qualities and initiative, academic ability and character, as well as their interest in the United Kingdom and its culture.
Continue reading "Theater and PR freshman receives Fulbright Summer Institute award"Film/Media students are camera ready
At the end of every semester, the film/media program in the Harrington School of Communication and Media throws a fest to screen students’ short films—and showcase their talents in front of parents, friends and faculty. “The auditorium is completely packed,’’ says Rebecca Romanow, program director. “The films are just wonderful.”
Continue reading "Film/Media students are camera ready"Using sugar to stimulate girls’ interest in science
The students learned about chemical reactions by making their own rock candy, studied the amount of sugar in soft drinks and candies based on chromatography (the separation of mixtures), and examined what happens when gummy bears come into contact with certain chemicals. They also used liquid nitrogen to make ice cream.
Continue reading "Using sugar to stimulate girls’ interest in science"Student plan envisions ‘green area’ at Oakland Beach seawall area
The project looks at three varied coastal communities to see the different challenges each site would present. Oakland Beach is considered the “iconic” beach and boardwalk atmosphere. The other sites, Wickford and Newport, provide a commercial village and cliff walk, respectively.
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Pope Francis strives to lead a simple life so it’s no surprise, says history professor Joëlle Rollo Koster, that he chose to be named Francis after St. Francis of Assisi, who lived in poverty.
Continue reading "URI history professor describes similarities between Pope Francis and St. Francis of Assisi"Rachel DiCioccio believes in the Power of Humor
This year’s URI Honors Colloquium, The Power of Humor, is coordinated by Associate Professor of Communication Studies Rachel DiCioccio and Pharmacy Professor Brian Quilliam. “Brian and I love humor,’’ says DiCioccio. “We can’t wait to show others how fulfilling humor can be—and how it can change people in a positive way.’’ The Colloquium series runs from Sept. 22–Dec.8.
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