Three professors present studies during Health Sciences faculty research event - Lisa Weyandt, Jillian Scheer, and Christie Ward-Ritacco described their work in neuroscience, psychology, and kinesiology, respectively The College of Health Sciences periodically holds faculty research nights for professors to speak about their research studies. In URI’s Alumni Center on March 27, professors Lisa Weyandt, Jillian Scheer, and Christie Ward-Ritacco shared examples of their research, which […]
Novel approach to personal finance course addresses challenges faced by students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds - Article based on approach selected as best paper by journal Personal finance courses are intended to help college students manage their finances after graduation. However, these courses can be challenging for students who have a lower level of financial literacy due to having economically disadvantaged backgrounds. In 2019, Jing Jian Xiao, a professor of Human […]
High school students get hands-on STEM lessons at URI Biomechanics Day - More than 500 students from around the state visited Mackal Field House as URI Department of Kinesiology hosts annual event High school students from schools around the state got a hands-on look at the high-tech equipment in the University of Rhode Island Department of Kinesiology, as professors and students welcomed them to Mackal Field House […]
INP Program, Ryan Institute host annual URI Neuroscience Symposium - The Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program (INP) and George & Anne Ryan Institute for Neuroscience highlighted student research and explored the neuroscience of drug addiction at the annual University of Rhode Island Neuroscience Symposium on Monday, April 7 in Avedisian Hall, home of the URI College of Pharmacy. 
Social media ‘significantly’ influences nutritional choices, emotional well-being, student’s study shows - Dietetics major Emma Cotter invited to present research at American Society for Nutrition Conference in May The relationship between social media and nutrition has become increasingly intertwined in recent years, shaping individuals’ dietary behaviors, perceptions and choices in profound ways, especially through dietary trends and fads pushed by “influencers.” University of Rhode Island dietetics student […]
URI professor Kathleen Melanson recognized as an Excellence in Nutrition Fellow - The American Society of Nutrition named the URI professor among the those to receive the inaugural award
URI’s Public Health Symposium features famed homeless health advocate, Harvard Medical School professor - Dr. Jim O’Connell will deliver keynote address April 7 at start of National Public Health Week A medical professional dedicated to the health of some of the most marginalized members of society will deliver the keynote address at a University of Rhode Island Department of Public Health symposium on April 7. Dr. James O’Connell, assistant […]
URI to host international XV Progress in Motor Control Conference - Biennial meeting of the International Society of Motor Control scheduled for June 30-July 2 on URI’s Kingston Campus Scientists from around the world specializing in motor control and neuroscience will travel to the University of Rhode Island this summer as the university hosts the international XV Progress in Motor Control Conference. The university’s Department of […]
Health Industries Week – April 7-10 - Description: From April 7-10, attend career panels for students within the College of Health, College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy and pre-health professions! All Event Flyer: Health Industries Week: All Event Flyer Individual panel flyers are linked within the above All Event Flyer but are also included below for your convenience:
URI Child Development Centers host International Association of Laboratory Schools’ Annual Conference - Laboratory schools, including those at URI, provide experiential learning for college students, comprehensive education for pre-school children The University of Rhode Island Child Development Centers hosted the International Association of Laboratory Schools’ annual conference, offering participants an opportunity to explore how the perspectives of educators, students, and parents help guide the research, policies, and practices […]
