Invest in the College

The College of Business is committed to preparing students to be effective and ethical leaders who will use their careers to create value for society.

There are many ways for you to be a part of this effort, and giving to the College is one of the most important. Your gift can inspire students to pursue knowledge, expand the reach of faculty research, bring distinguished speakers to share expertise with the URI community, and more.

The alumni, parents, friends, and corporate partners who contribute to the college are essential to our success, and we are deeply grateful for everything they do for the University of Rhode Island.

Giving News

• Alumni gives $1.3 million to advance priorities of the College - Craig D. ’80 and Sandra Steeneck commit $1.3 million to advance the immediate and long-term priorities of the College of Business.
• Beloved Professor Contributes to the History and the Future of URI - Richard Vangermeersch M.S.'64 ensures URI students will benefit from his legacy far into the future.
• $6 Million Gift from Alumni Couple to Transform URI College of Business - S. Kent Fannon ’74 and Diane Chace Fannon ’74 have made a gift commitment of $6 million to the College of Business at the University of Rhode Island.

Transforming Ballentine Hall

Building for the Future

The College of Business announces plans for an expansion of Ballentine Hall. The plan includes a student success center as well as flexible workspaces that allow for the natural interaction between faculty, students, corporate partners, and executives in residence.

Help us get there

College of Business Priorities

The College is focused on meeting the needs of today’s students while positioning ourselves for strategic opportunities in the future. Explore a number of possibilities to align your gift with your areas of interest.

• • • • RhodyNow Fund: College of Business
        The College of Business has two RhodyNow Funds, including RhodyNow: Business Dean’s Excellent Fund and RhodyNow: MBA Fund. These funds support immediate needs for students and faculty, internships, international experience, professional development, financial, enhanced facilities, technology, and more. Support the RhodyNow Fund using this form.
      • Scholarships
        Scholarships provide life-changing opportunities for students and make us a competitive destination for top applicants.
      • Establishing an Endowment
        You can establish your own endowed fund or contribute to an existing fund to leave a lasting mark and secure a bright future for the College.
      • Faculty Support
        Endowed professorships attract and retain top-tier faculty and inspire influential teaching and research.
      • Event Sponsorship
        Sponsoring events, such as the annual Alumni Career Day, advances professional development for students. Deloitte Consulting recently sponsored our Fireside Chat Series, bringing industry leaders to campus to speak with students about careers, required skills, and industry trends.

    Contact

    If you have questions, or wish to discuss specific areas for support, contact Steven King, senior director of development, at steveking@uri.edu or 401.874.2618.

    All gifts are tax-deductible and managed by the URI Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization. To accommodate giving preferences, contributions to the College may be given anytime as cash or securities, real estate or property or in the future in the form of an annuity, remainder trust, or bequest.