URI Ph.D. candidate researches effects of cannabis and alcohol co-use, wins prestigious NIH F31 Award - University of Rhode Island psychology Ph.D. candidate Sabrina Todaro will measure the degree to which adults 18 to 25 are using “protective behavioral strategies” when engaging in both alcohol and cannabis in a study funded by an F31 grant from the National Institutes of Health. She aims to assess the use of protective behavioral strategies […]
URI study examines audio-visual speech perception in parents of children with autism - Research on ‘Broad Autism Phenotype’ potentially affecting direct relatives aims to better understand the broader picture of autism It’s well established that children with autism often process audio-visual cues differently than their peers, especially during verbal communication. They may not make direct eye contact or focus intently on a speaker’s mouth. These differences in audio-visual […]
Kinesiology department hosts high school students for hands-on Biomechanics Day - Students get hands-on experience with the high-tech equipment from the College of Health Sciences’ labs High school students from around the state got a hands-on look at high-tech equipment in the University of Rhode Island Department of Kinesiology as professors and students welcomed several high schools to Mackal Field House during the annual National Biomechanics […]
URI’s Early Intervention program helps kids with disabilities thrive - Certificate program aims to address ‘serious shortage’ in early intervention personnel throughout Rhode Island Looking to address a “serious shortage” of specialists to work with some of the youngest children at risk for developmental disabilities in the state, the University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences is offering a certificate program in Early Intervention […]
URI College of Health Sciences creates Department of Public Health - New interdisciplinary major prepares graduates to improve health status and health behaviors in community Since the world experienced a global pandemic, there has been not only a greater appreciation of health care clinicians, but a better understanding of public health and its role in preventing disease, setting policies that impact a population’s health, and generally […]
Virtual Thewlis Lecture on Gerontology to focus on mindfulness and brain health as we age - The Ohio State University Researcher Ruchika Prakash will discuss ‘Mind Matters,’ April 3
URI Health Sciences associate dean honored by national sports medicine association - Exercise physiology expert Deborah Riebe wins one of American College of Sports Medicine’s biggest awards University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences Associate Dean Deborah Riebe recently received one of the highest honors in the field of sports medicine, as she was named one of the highest achieving scientists in the field. Riebe, an […]
2024 College of Health Sciences Research Night - CHS Research Night to be held 4/24/24 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm
URI Couple and Family Therapy program to increase family therapy in addiction treatment, improve patient and family outcomes - The only RI workforce development program that recruits, trains and supervises family therapists takes burden off treatment centers statewide Substance use disorder, particularly involving opioids, is a continuing crisis in the country, impacting not just the person suffering from addiction, but also those closest to them. While treatment is naturally focused on the person facing […]
URI College Health Sciences professors named among Stanford’s top 2% of scientists worldwide - The list identifies the world’s leading researchers making significant scientific impacts in their fields Two active professors from the University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences have earned a coveted spot on the list of Stanford University’s Top 2% Scientist Rankings, which identifies the world’s leading researchers, representing approximately two percent of all scientists […]
New wellness class supports students’ overall health, physical, mental and emotional - Interdisciplinary class based in kinesiology open to all URI students The college years can be a tumultuous time in a young adult’s life. While running from class to class, cramming for exams, navigating through emotional personal relationships, and worrying about future career prospects, among other challenges typical of the college experience, students often find it […]
Scientists to study real-world eating behaviors using wearable sensors and artificial intelligence - High-tech system development by URI, UT-Austin researchers measures real-world eating behavior, in and out of the lab A pedometer measures your steps, but what if you had a similar automated device to measure your eating behavior? Evidence from nutritional studies has long shown that the speed, timing and duration of an individual’s eating behavior are […]
URI Child Development Center preschool enrollment lottery is open through Feb. 23 - The University of Rhode Island Child Development Center is now accepting applications for its preschool enrollment lottery for the 2024-25 school year. The center offers high quality, developmentally appropriate early childhood education programs for children ages 3 to 5 years.
URI Nutrition study to help inform official USDA dietary guidelines - Professor Kathleen Melanson’s study, funded by $300,000 USDA grant, aims to provide context to ultra-processed food discussion Ultra-processed foods make up more than half the food average Americans eat. Including frozen and prepared meals, most packaged snacks, desserts and carbonated soft drinks—but also including more innocuous foods—they are often considered the bane of healthy eating, […]
Valentine’s special: URI Couple & Family Therapy Clinic offers free relationship check-ups for student couples - Relationship inventory, skill-building tool designed to help couples understand and improve their relationships Student couples at the University of Rhode Island are invited to participate in a free relationship assessment at the University’s Couple and Family Therapy Clinic just in time for Valentine’s Day and all the romantic expectations it brings. The number of participants […]
URI Physical Therapy, Nursing, Pharmacy students treat simulated patients at Brown University - The annual program gives students in health professions experience in integrated patient care URI students from the College of Health Sciences joined those from nursing and pharmacy in multidisciplinary teams, working together on a variety of patient-focused healthcare simulations during an interprofessional education collaboration at the Alpert Medical School at Brown University Jan. 31. More […]
Newly named Department of Nutrition applies scientific knowledge to human health - Formerly Nutrition and Food Science, students can find classes under course code ‘NUT’ Drawing from such disciplines as biology, chemistry, math, biochemistry, anatomy, physiology and microbiology, the Department of Nutrition applies scientific knowledge to human health and wellness, helping prepare students for careers in a broad range of health-related professions from registered dieticians to medical […]
Racial disparities in obesity widen in rural areas across country - URI Health Studies Professor Steve Cohen examines urban-rural divide, a growing disparity in health care that is worse in some areas Racial disparities in health and health care throughout the lifespan are pervasive and well-documented, and culminate in a life expectancy for Black people that is about four years shorter than for white people. One […]
Noted health education leader and pediatrician Patrick Vivier named dean of URI College of Health Sciences - Vivier is a respected educator and practitioner who spent nearly two decades at Rhode Island’s Hasbro Children’s Hospital and Brown University before his current tenure at Tufts
URI’s new Neuro-Learning Center to boost brain education - Students in multiple health disciplines gain access to state-of-the-art neuroscientific technology after Champlin Grant University of Rhode Island students and faculty members in multiple health disciplines will soon have access to state-of-the-art neuroscientific technology to enhance classroom lessons and research education, thanks to a grant from the Champlin Foundation. College of Health Sciences Professors Mariusz […]
College of Health Sciences announces end-of-semester faculty, staff awards - The College of Health Sciences distributed end-of-semester awards to faculty and staff members during the College’s annual holiday event Dec. 14. Interim Dean Deb Riebe, Associated Deans Brian Quiiliam and Sue Adams, and Assistant Dean Cindie Cruger handed out awards for excellence in research, teaching and service, as well as a staff excellence awards. Winners […]
URI students bring interdisciplinary health education to South Kingstown High School - Students from the Colleges of Health Sciences, Pharmacy and Nursing teach and interact with younger students at high school’s health fair Students from all three University of Rhode Island health colleges imparted some health wisdom on their younger counterparts during a health fair at South Kingstown High School recently. More than 80 URI students from […]
Health Studies professor wins national Innovative Teaching Award for class work, research on social issues - Natalie Sabik honored by American Psychological Association for her use of Intersectionality Toolbox to identify disparities University of Rhode Island Associate Professor of Health Studies Natalie Sabik has won the 2023 Innovative Teaching Award from the Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues, recognizing her work to address social issues in her classes and […]
Child Development Centers host annual Art Exchange to benefit food bank - Preschoolers handed out custom works of art in exchange for donations to the RI Community Food Bank The University of Rhode Island Child Development Centers hosted its annual Art Exchange in the Memorial Union Dec. 7 to benefit the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. The preschool students, along with Director Jessica MacLeod and her staff […]
Doctor of physical therapy students run exercise program for People Living with Parkinson’s disease - By Samantha Melia The exercise room at Independence Square on the University of Rhode Island’s Kingston campus buzzed with chatter about Thanksgiving plans, enlivened with the usual small talk and laughter. The lightness of the session might have fooled some into thinking that this was just an ordinary exercise class, not part of a battle […]
Study: Adversity accelerates epigenetic aging in children with developmental delays, but positive parenting can reverse course - Parenting interventions teach techniques to ‘turn back the clock’ Research has shown that children who experience adversity during their early years may undergo faster biological aging. Nonetheless, recently published research reveals that positive parenting interventions can potentially shield children from this consequence, helping slow the epigenetic aging process. A new study with research from the […]
URI Speech and Hearing Centers partner with OSCIL to give ‘Gift of Hearing’ to community - Partnership provides hearing aids, services to those in need at full-service audiology clinic on University of Rhode Island campus The University of Rhode Island Speech and Hearing Centers are helping give the “gift of hearing” to members of the community not just during this holiday season, but all year long. The center, part of the […]
Robotic rehab aims to help stroke patients regain hand dexterity - Research in URI Motor Control and Rehabilitation lab funded by $460,000 grant from National Science Foundation Every year, about 800,000 new stroke cases are reported in the United States, often causing patients problems with both neurological and physical motor control. Disruptions in the mobility of the arms and hands, in particular, can have devastating impacts […]
What can a Health Studies degree do for you? - Graduates from the URI College of Health Sciences program continue to make significant impacts on health in multiple settings Making an impact on health and health care doesn’t mean necessarily becoming a nurse or doctor. The health care sector is not only about direct patient care. There are myriad other careers that offer the opportunity […]
Less is (often) more when it comes to health impact of children on parents later in life, new study says - Professor Nekehia Quashie’s study shows children can lend support, but ‘also present strains’ to parents Across the globe, it is generally accepted that individuals with larger families have more resources and support to draw on as they age. Less discussed is that having many children can produce economic, social, emotional and biological burdens that impact […]
URI study aims to improve understanding of alcohol use disorder among individuals with PTSD - Psychology Professor Nicole Weiss’ study funded by $500K NIH grant Drinking alcoholic beverages is often associated with celebration, and seen as a way to enhance positive emotions felt from an achievement, or a gathering or friends. However, for those experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder, alcohol may also be used to dampen not just negative feelings, but […]
Personal behavior key to financial well-being, study finds - URI professors Jing Jian Xiao and Nilton Porto win ‘Best Paper’ award in leading consumer science journal Consumers with high financial capability are more likely to achieve economic success and financial well-being in their lives. But how consumers attain that capability is a question on which researchers and financial educators have differed. It is the […]
Speech-language pathologist, psycholinguist named URI Department of Communicative Disorders Chair - Jean Gordon is expert in neurogenic speech disorders, mechanisms of language The University of Rhode Island Department of Communicative Disorders welcomes Jean Gordon as its new chair to begin the 2023 fall semester. Gordon comes to the URI College of Health Sciences from the University of Iowa, where she was an associate professor of communicative […]
Clinical Neuroscience major Tracy Santos receives Student Veteran Leadership Award - Santos is one of 32 leaders selected nationwide by GI Jobs magazine
Health Sciences students among those earning Black Scholar Awards for outstanding achievement - Fifteen University of Rhode Island students, including four students from the College of Health Sciences, were honored recently for their academic and community achievements at the University’s 26th annual Black Scholar Awards.
University saddened by loss of Professor Emeritus James O. Prochaska - Known around the world for his research on behavior change, its impact on improving human health
URI study explores biomechanics during pregnancy to improve prenatal care, reduce maternal deaths - Kinesiology Professor Ryan Chapman’s team investigates the impact of pelvic and lower extremity biomechanics on labor and delivery outcomes In a potentially groundbreaking research project, University of Rhode Island Kinesiology Professor Ryan Chapman is leading a study focused on exploring the role of biomechanics during pregnancy and its influence on labor and outcomes. The pioneering […]
URI Psychology student earns prestigious Kirschstein Award to fuel sexual assault study - The third $100,000 grant to psychology students this semester will fund Reina Kiefer’s study on effects of alcohol and emotions on sexual assault risk A University of Rhode Island psychology student will further her research studies after being awarded a prestigious Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (F31) Fellowship from the National Institutes of […]
Kinesiology researchers seek participants for exercise research - Assistant Professor Mark Hartman’s study aims to capture public’s feelings about physical activity Researchers in the University of Rhode Island Department of Kinesiology are seeking participants for a research study that examines psychophysiological responses to visual stimuli portraying different types of physical activities. The study will contribute to the scientific understanding of how people feel […]
URI Physical Therapy Clinic to see clients throughout summer - The state-of-the-art clinic serves University patients and the general public The University of Rhode Island Physical Therapy Clinic has announced it will continue evaluating and treating orthopedic and neurologic conditions for students, faculty, staff and the general public throughout the summer. The Physical Therapy Clinic, a division of the URI College of Health Sciences, is […]
Gallery: URI College of Health Sciences Commencement 2023 - Dean Deb Riebe, joined by URI President Marc Parlange, Provost Barbara Wolfe, Associate Deans Brian Quilliam and Sue Adams, and the faculty and staff of the College of Health Sciences, conferred degrees upon the graduating class of 2023 on May 20.
Commencement 2023: Kinesiology major, ROTC grad finds community, passion for service - When Chantel Rosario De Los Santos decided she wanted to go to college, she knew she would have to find a way to finance it on her own. A meeting with a recruiter for the Army National Guard during her junior year of high school provided her a path forward. An athlete who played both […]
Physical Therapy Department unveils Motor Control and Rehabilitation Lab - Assistant Professor Mariusz Furmanek is considering applications to collaborate with his lab in the upcoming academic year Demonstrating its advanced technology—including 3D motion capture, virtual reality, EMG and more—physical therapy Assistant Professor Mariusz Furmanek officially unveiled the College of Health Sciences new Motor Control and Rehabilitation Laboratory recently. Located in Independence Square, the lab offers […]
Kinesiology grad aims to improve health through movement, increase minority representation in health care - Jason Hernandez now looks to earn his doctorate in Physical Therapy at URI When Jason Hernandez was a young boy growing up in Providence, he would frequently accompany his mother and father to doctor’s and dentist’s appointments, even when he wasn’t the patient. Instead, he was the translator. A first-generation American, Hernandez grew up in […]
Study shows social media’s negative effect on nutritional choices, habits in URI students - URI Nutrition student’s study shows even those with better information can be influenced by potentially inaccurate health-themed posts Social media has an unavoidable influence on our daily lives, especially among college-age students, and is a significant—but not always accurate—source of information on basically every topic imaginable. That includes information centered around health, exercise and nutrition, […]
Two URI Psychology students earn prestigious Kirschstein Fellowships - Grants help Alexa Raudales and Emmanuel Thomas continue their research on opioid and alcohol use and related harms, respectively Two University of Rhode Island psychology students will further their research studies after being awarded prestigious Ruth L. Kirschstein NRSA F31 Fellowships, funded by the National Institutes of Health. Alexa Raudales and Emmanuel Thomas will each […]
Memorial planned for former HDF Professor Jaqueline Sparks - Family, friends and colleagues will remember the life of Jackie Sparks on May 13 All are invited to remember the life of dear friend, mentor, professor and colleague, Human Development and Family Science professor Jaqueline Sparks, who was a who passed away in November after a long battle with cancer. A memorial to Jackie’s life […]
URI Biomechanics and Wearables Lab, women’s basketball team collaborate on foot study - Professor Ryan Chapman and student Dolly Cairns are studying whether foot anatomy impacts student athlete movement, performance, injury risk The University of Rhode Island women’s basketball team recently completed a historic season, winning 26 games enroute to a regular season Atlantic 10 championship and a run to the Super 16 of the WNIT national tournament. […]
URI Kinesiology hosts high school students for Biomechanics Day - High school students from around the state get hands-on look at high-tech equipment in the department
Annual Thewlis Lecture on Gerontology to focus on how to rethink life stages as more Americans live longer - Stanford University Psychology Professor, longevity expert, Laura Carstensen to deliver lecture April 3 In the United States, as many as half of today’s 5-year-olds can expect to live to the age of 100, and this once unattainable milestone may become the norm for newborns by 2050. While increasing longevity may be a welcome goal, it […]
Psychology Professor Ellen Flannery-Schroeder named inaugural Dr. Glenda L. Vittimberga ’88 Endowed Professor - The University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences has awarded the inaugural Dr. Glenda L. Vittimberga ’88 Endowed Professorship in Psychology to Ellen Flannery-Schroeder, professor and director of training in clinical psychology. The endowed professorship was established by the Vittimberga family in memory of their sister, a renowned child psychologist who left an outstanding legacy of teaching, […]
URI’s online dietetics master’s program ranked among the best nationally - Onlinemastersdegrees.org ranks the URI program fourth nationally The University of Rhode Island online master’s in dietetics program is among the top such programs in the country, slotting in fourth nationally in the most recent rankings by onlinemastersdegrees.org. The organization listed this year’s best online dietetics master’s programs that excel in key areas such as accreditation, […]
URI Child Development Centers host high school students for lesson in early education - State-URI partnership exposes high school students to potential careers in human development and education High school Career and Technical Education students from around the state have gotten a first-hand look at child development and career pathways in the human development and education fields, thanks to a partnership between the URI Child Development Centers and the […]
The sting of Cupid’s arrow can be sweet or sour - URI Couple & Family Therapy Clinic director shares advice to help couples avoid stress and pressure of Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day can be a fun, romantic way to share your love with your partner and let them know how special they are to you. But for some couples — especially those whose relationship may already […]
What can a Health Studies degree do for you? - Take a look at where recent alumni of the program have landed The College of Health Science’s innovative Health Studies major is designed for non-clinical careers in global and environmental health, health education and promotion, and health services management. The interdisciplinary degree program will prepare students for a range of careers such as patient education […]
Health Sciences students experience health care a world away - More than 30 Academic Health Collaborative students see firsthand the challenges of health care in a developing area- Valentine’s Day special: Relationship check-ups, follow-up counseling for local couples - URI Couple and Family Therapy Clinic offers no-cost promotion to limited number of student couples in honor of the holiday Student couples are invited to participate in a relationship assessment and follow-up counseling at the University’s Couple and Family Therapy Clinic just in time for Valentine’s Day and all the romantic expectations it brings. To […]
URI’s Cyber-Seniors program improving digital competency, social connections for older adults expanding statewide - Program provides devices, internet connection, technical education Participants in the University of Rhode Island’s Engaging Generations Cyber-Seniors program have shown statistically significant improvements in digital competence, technology use, quality of life, and in strengthening social bonds. The program has helped participants feel more connected to their communities, increase contact with family and friends, and generally […]
Deborah Riebe appointed College of Health Sciences interim dean - The kinesiology expert previously served as associate dean of the College The University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences has appointed Deborah Riebe as interim dean of the College, replacing former Dean Gary Liguori. Riebe, an international leader in the development of physical activity interventions to improve health, previously served as associate dean of […]- Health Sciences’ inaugural dean leaves College with ‘tremendous foundation,’ primed for further expansion - Former Dean Gary Liguori has left URI to accept a position as provost of the University of West Florida From its beginnings just over six years ago, the University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences has evolved into a flourishing interdisciplinary college that continues to expand its offerings and its footprint around the state. […]
URI Nutrition studies examine health stresses to body in space - Professor Marie Mortreux’s work, partly funded by NASA, can help inform long-term space flight planning; also applies to nutrition regimens on Earth When it comes to maintaining muscular and skeletal health in the body, it’s either use or lose it. Maintaining mechanical load on muscular and skeletal systems is critical to prevent muscle atrophy and […]
URI Kinesiology study aims to improve back pain rehab - Graduate student Chrissie Wojciechowski seeks volunteers for study in College’s advanced kinesiology labs
Today’s adolescent substances of choice may be harder for adults to detect - Paper by Professor Sarah Feldstein Ewing stresses that relying on detection through informal observation — as parents and providers have commonly done with alcohol and tobacco use — is quickly becoming a thing of the past.- College of Health Sciences announces end-of-year faculty, staff awards - The College of Health Sciences distributed end-of-year awards to faculty and staff members during the College’s annual holiday event Dec. 12. Dean Gary Liguori handed out awards for excellence in research, teaching and service, as well as a staff excellence awards. Winners include: Excellence in Research – Associate Professor Nicole Weiss Psychology Associate Professor Nicole […]
Professor honored among world’s most prolific writers on consumer finance - HDF Professor Jing Jian Xiao named third most ‘productive and influential’ author by the International Journal of Consumer Studies University of Rhode Island Human Development and Family Science Professor Jing Jian Xiao has been identified as the number 3 most productive writer among educators published in the International Journal of Consumer Studies, a leading international […]
Meet Basil, the adorable new therapy dog now on campus - English Labrador will work with clients in the Psychological Counseling Center, members of campus community
Health Sciences researchers collaborate with visiting professor from Spain - Ester Cerezo Telez spent the summer lending her expertise to kinesiology research; more collaborative studies are planned The University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences has expanded its outreach and research collaborations with international universities, hosting a physiotherapy professor from Madrid, Spain, who lent her expertise to several ongoing studies in the College during […]
Walking your way to better health - Fall is an ideal time to start a regular walking program
FDA’s new rule on over-the-counter hearing aids and what consumers should keep in mind - A recent decision by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to make hearing aids available over-the-counter is expanding access to assistance for millions of adults across the country who may have trouble hearing.
Meet the new CHS faculty, staff members - The URI College of Health Sciences has made a number of new hires to kick off the 2022-2023 academic year, filling out faculty and staff positions in multiple departments across the College. The College has also hires a new Assistant Dean of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice. Read about sociology expert Ashon Bradford here. The […]
URI’s Free Farmers Market wins national sustainability award - College of Health Sciences personnel are heavily involved with the market, which opens Sept. 8
University mourns loss of Psychology Professor Emerita Bernice Lott - Lott was first dean of University College, social justice leader, writer The University mourns the loss of Professor Emerita of Psychology Bernice Lott, who was the first dean of URI’s University College. She died Aug. 14 at her home in Kingston at 92. Dr. Lott taught psychology and women’s studies at URI, having previously taught […]- HDF professor’s paper wins international research excellence award - Professor Jing Jian Xiao explores consumer finance, money management, financial literacy in published paper Consumer finance, household finance, family finance, personal finance, behavioral finance –what are these, and are they the same or different in the research literature? Human Development and Family Science Professor Jing Jian Xiao defines consumer finance, describes the scope ofconsumer finance […]
Having a partner more important than children to staving off loneliness during pandemic, new study finds - A new study released in the European Journal of Ageing found that having a partner had a greater impact than having children in helping to stave off loneliness among older adults during the pandemic’s first wave.
The anatomy of success - Kinesiology student Matthew Roache’s passion for athletics and science has become a career path in healthcare
URI Kinesiology Chair, professor elected to National Strength and Conditional Association board - Associate Professor and Chair of the URI Department of Kinesiology Disa Hatfield has been elected to the board of directors of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Dr. Hatfield is certified by the NSCA as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with Distinction and has served on the NSCA’s Education Committee, Research Committee and […]
URI researchers seek volunteers for brain and exercise study - Kinesiology study aims to measure brain activity during vigorous activity; compensation provided to volunteers A University of Rhode Island kinesiology professor is examining how the human brain responds during exercise, and he is looking for members of the community to take part in the study. Assistant Professor Mark Hartman is aiming to evaluate the relationship […]
URI professors honored as ‘Champions’ for child advocacy - Ellen Flannery-Schroeder and Nicole O’Malley recognized by Washington County Coalition for Children Two University of Rhode Island professors were honored as “champions” for child advocacy May 26 during the Washington County Coalition for Children’s annual Children’s Issues Forum. Psychology Professor Ellen Flannery-Schroeder was named one of two “Champions for Community Change,” an award given to […]
URI Kinesiology study to examine response to weight training among middle aged women - Women aged 40-64 encouraged to apply for study that also compares digital and traditional weight training systems Middle-aged women in the community who are not avid weight trainers but might be interested in the benefits resistance training provides are being sought for a University of Rhode Island Department of Kinesiology research study examining the physiological […]
HDF professor to be recognized as Fellow in Gerontological Society of America - Skye Leedahl honored for ‘outstanding contributions’ to gerontological research Recognized for her “outstanding contributions to the field of gerontology,” Associate Professor of Human Development and Family Science Skye Leedahl is being inducted as a Fellow for the Gerontological Society of America (GSA), the nation’s largest interdisciplinary organization devoted to the field of aging. Leedahl is […]
URI professors honored as ‘Champions’ for child advocacy - Ellen Flannery-Schroeder and Nicole O’Malley recognized by Washington County Coalition for Children
Gallery: College of Health Sciences Commencement 2022 - More than 700 students became graduates on Friday, May 20, when they crossed the Ryan Center stage to receive their diplomas at the 2022 College of Health Sciences graduation. Dean Gary Liguori, URI President Marc Parlange and Associate Deans Deb Riebe and Brian Quilliam delivered greetings to the graduating students, followed by student speaker Blaine […]
Intergenerational art connects young students with older adults - URI Child Development Centers, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute students make meaningful connections, beautiful art displayed at Kingston Free Library
Commencement 2022: Senior kinesiology student juggles passions with military service - Nakena Kilgore is always on the go. Between her studies as a senior in kinesiology, serving as a cadet in the Rhode Island National Guard, working as a resident assistant and being a Talent Development Scholar, she has a jam-packed schedule.
URI Physical Therapy Clinic to treat clients throughout summer - The state-of-the-art clinic serves University patients and the general public The University of Rhode Island Physical Therapy Clinic has announced it will continue evaluating and treating orthopedic and neurologic conditions for students, faculty, staff and the general public after the spring semester ends, continuing throughout the summer. The Physical Therapy Clinic, a division of the […]
AHC announces 2022 Student Research Award winners - With topics as varied as the COVID-19 vaccine, substance use disorders, intimate partner violence, and more, students in the University of Rhode Island Academic Health Collaborative have conducted dynamic research projects that have the potential to impact health and health care far beyond campus.
Alumni feature: Kinesiology graduate Richard Lisi - The exercise science and Kinesiology graduate takes break from medical school to earn an MBA; aims to merge medicine with business tech and innovation. For the first two years of medical school, Richard Lisi III was going through his coursework, learning the basics of anatomy, physiology and pharmacology, and basically preparing for his planned career […]- Multigenerational cohabitation increases COVID risk in low-income households, URI professor’s study finds - Nekehia Quashie focused study on hard-hit Brazil, but recommendations can be applied in any country Sharing a home with adult children is among the most common living arrangements for older adults in developing countries like Brazil. While the arrangements are largely beneficial — providing care and support for the older adult, who in turn helps […]
URI professor co-authors new American Heart Association guidelines - Maya Vadiveloo helped write official guidance that focuses on dietary patterns over specific food rules Following heart-healthy nutritional guidance — despite the well-known benefits of doing so and the even better known detriments of not — often proves to be a difficult commitment. But the American Heart Association is making it simpler to follow in […]
HDF student advocates for early childhood educators before House Finance Committee - Sarah Behm testifies in support of more education funding, plans for future advocacy role A URI Human Development and Family Sciences student who also acts as an advocate for teachers and early childhood educators recently testified before the Rhode Island House Finance Committee, encouraging legislators to increase funding for early educators, who are among the […]
URI Kinesiology Department hosts high school students for ‘hands-on’ Biomechanics Day - The April 6 event in the College of Health Sciences advanced labs aimed to promote biomechanics, other STEM fields, especially among women The University of Rhode Island Department of Kinesiology welcomed high school students from around the state to its labs in Independence Square to learn about biomechanics and other STEM fields during the annual […]
Physical Therapy professor wins grant to coordinate Parkinson’s Exercise Groups - Clinical Associate Professor Anne-Marie Dupre’s project funded by national Parkinson’s Foundation
Valentine’s special: URI Couple & Family Therapy Clinic offers free relationship check-ups for students - Student couples at the University of Rhode Island are invited to participate in a free relationship assessment and follow-up counseling at the University’s Couple and Family Therapy Clinic just in time for Valentine’s Day and all the romantic expectations it brings. The number of sessions is limited, so students are urged to register immediately. Under […]
URI College of Health Sciences dean appointed editor-in-chief of national sports medicine journal - Gary Liguori will launch and direct ACSM’s ‘Exercise, Sport, and Movement’ University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences Dean Gary Liguori has been appointed the inaugural editor-in-chief of Exercise, Sport, and Movement (ESM), the American College of Sports Medicine’s new open access journal. In addition to serving as dean of the College, Liguori is […]- New faculty member: Health Sciences Assistant Professor Nekehia Quashie - The University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences recently welcomed Assistant Professor Nekehia Quashie to the college. Specializing in family dynamics, especially as it relates to health care, Quashie has joined the Department of Health Studies. Learn more about one of the College’s newest professors: Education: Ph.D. Sociology, University of Utah; M.S. Sociology, University […]
New faculty member: Kinesiology Assistant Professor Ryan Chapman - The University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences recently welcomed Assistant Professor Ryan Chapman to the college. Specializing in biomechanics, Chapman has joined the Department of Kinesiology. Learn more about one of the College’s newest professors: Education: Ph.D., biomedical engineering, Dartmouth College; M.S., biomechanical engineering, The University of Iowa; B.S.E.E., electrical engineering, The University […]
New faculty member: PT Assistant Professor William Burns - The University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences recently welcomed Assistant Professor William Burns to the college. Specializing in clinical and experiential education, Burns has joined the Department of Physical Therapy. Learn more about one of the College’s newest professors: Education: DPT, University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, San Marcos, Calif.; MS, physical […]
New faculty member: HDF Assistant Professor Jessica Cless - The University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences welcomed Assistant Professor Jessica Cless to the college recently. An experienced therapist who specializes in working with survivors of psychological trauma, Class is part of the Department of Human Development and Family Science. Learn more about one of the College’s newest professors: Education: Ph.D., family studies […]
PT study aims to establish comprehensive, interdisciplinary clinic for people with Parkinson’s - Physical Therapy program to educate, advise, provide resources for patients
College of Health Sciences professor recognized among top experts worldwide - Psychology Professor Nicole Weiss ranked among top 1 percent in trauma disorders by Expertscape Psychology Professor Nicole Weiss has been recognized among the top experts in the world in trauma and stressor related disorders after being named a “world expert in one or more medical topics” by Expertscape, an online database of the top researchers […]
Health Sciences graduate research projects earn enhancement awards - Six URI College of Health Sciences research projects will get a boost after nine College graduate students were awarded research enhancement grants, the Graduate School announced. The six projects will each receive $1,000 to help the students continue their research into various impactful topics. The Graduate Research Enhancement Awards are sponsored by the URI Provost, […]
Personal digital health, self-tracking among Parkinson’s patients examined in Psychology study - The use of self-tracking of bio-behavioral states along with prescription dosing information is increasingly popular in the care and study of many human diseases. Parkinson’s Disease is particularly amenable to such tracking, as patients live with the progressive disease for many years, increasing motivation to pursue quality of life changes through careful monitoring of symptoms […]
Psychology study on cannabis use disorder published in leading neuroscience journal - Graduate student Emily Kenyor, Professor Sarah Feldstein Ewing published in ScienceDirect A Psychology graduate student’s and professor’s study into the use of cannabinoids to treat cannabis use disorder (CUD) has been published in one of the top neuroscience journals in the country. Graduate student Emily Kenyon and Professor Sarah Feldstein Ewing have found some cannabinoids, […]
URI Psychology professors develop alcohol intervention for First Nation group - Nichea Spillane’s and Nicole Weiss’ study funded by $600,000 NIH grant Two University of Rhode Island psychology professors are partnering with one First Nation community in Canada to develop and test a novel alcohol intervention for First Nation groups — helping alleviate at least one outcome of the historical trauma Indigenous peoples have faced — […]
HDF student Ali Hornung dedicated to easing scourge of childhood cancer - Even while triple majoring at URI, Hornung founded and runs Glimmer of Hope Foundation
COVID-19 Panel Discussion: ‘It Takes a Village: Managing COVID as a Team’ - Register today for the latest expert panel discussion on the response to COVID-19 on Nov. 3, 6 p.m.
What to do with a health sciences degree? URI alumni in medicine tell their stories - Virtual panel discussion sponsored by the College of Health Sciences, URI Pre-Health Advising An education in the health sciences gives students multiple options as they pursue a career in health and health care after leaving the University of Rhode Island. Clinical practice? Research? Education? The choices are myriad. While a career decision can seem overwhelming […]- AHC to host latest COVID-19 Panel Discussion: ‘The COVID Kids’ - The virtual panel discussion is scheduled for Oct. 20, 6 p.m.
Psychology student wins grant to study alcohol use disorder treatments among marginalized populations - Ph.D. candidate Silvi Goldstein awarded Kirschstein grant to fund research Alcohol use disorder is a serious public health concern affecting many segments of society, none more so than racial minorities, especially among the homeless population, which experiences higher rates of alcohol-related sickness and death. This disparity in the care certain groups receive for alcohol use […]
URI kinesiology staffer wins pro football championship - Lab manager Lisa Vincent plays linebacker for Boston Renegades, who recently won their sixth Women’s Football Alliance title
At long last, URI’s Project stRIde launches summer camps in Providence and Newport - Despite having to wait because of the COVID-19 pandemic, elementary school students in Providence and Newport will soon be able to enhance their knowledge of science, technology, engineering, art and math through lessons centered on diet, nutrition and what happens in the kitchen.
URI kinesiology professor’s dissertation on fatigue wins award - Assistant Professor Mark Hartman was honored by his former university A University of Rhode Island kinesiology professor’s dissertation on the origin of the sense of fatigue during physical exercise has been recognized by a prestigious award at his alma mater, Iowa State University. Assistant Professor Mark Hartman, an alumnus of Iowa State’s doctoral program in […]
Gallery: URI College of Health Sciences 2021 Commencement - Dean Gary Liguori, joined by URI President David Dooley, Provost Donald DeHayes, and the faculty and staff of the College of Health Sciences, conferred degrees upon the graduating class of 2021 on May 22.
HDF graduate Halah Davis intent on making an impact - Halah Davis fell in love with the University of Rhode Island. The high school athletic standout and star tennis recruit had visited other universities but the size and beauty of URI’s Kingston Campus won her over. Four years later, as she prepares to graduate, she has no regrets.
Health Studies, biology double major to deliver College’s commencement address - Bismah Siddiqui aims to make an impact on public health, after inspiring her fellow grads As Health Studies major Bismah Siddiqui was about to complete her last final exam, she took a minute to pull out her cell phone and record a video to send to friends of her officially closing her laptop on her […]
URI Program Helps Increase Tech Access, Decrease Isolationism Among Older Adults - Engaging Generations Cyber-Seniors provides devices, training, tech mentoring for older people During the height of the pandemic late last year, Warwick resident Patricia Fenton got the call she had been waiting for — her new grandson had been born, a rare bit of joyous news during one of the most difficult years in recent memory […]
URI Physical Therapy program ranked among best values in the nation - Publication PTProgress ranks the URI PT program in the top 10 nationally The University of Rhode Island Physical Therapy program is among the best values in the country, according to industry publication PT Progress, ranking in the top 10 nationally among schools with below-average tuition rates. At no. 8, the URI program is the only […]- Multiple URI Physical Therapy grads secure professional residencies - Five recent graduates of the University of Rhode Island Physical Therapy program have secured professional residencies in prestigious programs around the country, an impressive number in a single year for such an academic program. The doctor of physical therapy alumni landed residencies in from coast to coast, in such prestigious organizations as the University of […]
URI Physical Therapy Clinic to Continue Services Throughout Summer - The University of Rhode Island Physical Therapy Clinic has announced it will continue evaluating and treating orthopedic and neurologic conditions for students, faculty, staff and the general public once the spring semester ends, continuing throughout the summer. The Physical Therapy Clinic, a division of the URI College of Health Sciences, is located in Independence Square, […]
URI doctoral students’ Brainy Adventure to help teach school students about brain science - We may not know it by name, but executive functioning is something we use every day. It helps us to remember information, gives us the flexibility to multitask, and helps us control our attention, behavior and thoughts.
HDF, Child Development Centers, helping educate early childhood educators - College of Health Sciences partners with RI Association for the Education of Young Children on mentoring, training program The teachers and directors at both Child Development Centers run by the College of Health Sciences’ Department of Human Development and Family Science will help educate early childhood education teachers thanks to a recent grant. The Child […]
Psychology student’s study examines link between substance use, military sexual trauma - Ph.D candidate Shannon Forkus’ study funded by Kirchstein Award from National Institute on Drug Abuse Military sexual trauma is a serious and pervasive problem among military populations, affecting about 16 percent of military personnel and veterans, and a disproportionate number of victims are affected by substance use disorders. Clarifying the relationship between military sexual trauma […]
Psychology Student Wins Grant to Study Substance Use Among People with Multiple Races - Ph.D. candidate Tessa Nalven awarded National Research Service Award from NIH A University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences graduate student will examine factors related to alcohol and other drug use among people with multiple races, a study funded by an F31 grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Tessa Nalven, a Ph.D. […]
College of Health Sciences students earn Research & Innovation grants - Five students in the College of Health Sciences will engage in impactful research projects after receiving funding for their studies from the URI Office of Undergraduate Research & Innovation. The students are among 62 from across the university selected to receive funding to work on their independent projects, mentored by 37 faculty members. In addition […]
VIDEO: Kinesiology study uses motion capture technology to examine ‘swimmer’s shoulder’ - Graduate students Tabatha Hartshorn and Kendra Graham aim to prevent, treat repetitive motion injuries, especially in swimmers
International URI dietetics student streams spin class from Ecuador - Majo Muentes teaches 45-minute online classes every week on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, at 8 p.m. for those at the Fascitelli Center and those at home. Those interested in taking her livestream cycle class can register through the IMLeagues app or the IMLeagues website.
URI professor’s study seeks better treatment for adolescent addiction - Sarah Feldstein Ewing, who holds the Prochaska Professorship in Population Health, presents groundbreaking study at NIH Capstone Conference Adolescent brains are developmentally distinct from adults, resulting in different reasons for engaging in risky behavior like substance abuse, which makes it difficult for clinicians to know how to approach addiction treatment with younger patients. While they […]
URI kinesiology grad sets sights on bobsled gold in Beijing - Emily Renna turned track stardom at URI into spot on U.S. National Bobsled team
Researchers find pandemic exacerbates anxiety, depression, impulsivity and lack of mindfulness among faculty - A study by a team of psychologists from three universities found heightened levels of anxiety, depression and impulsivity and a decrease in actions to mitigate those symptoms among university faculty during the COVID-19 pandemic.
URI Kinesiology alum ‘wrestles’ with success in first major network role - Graduate lands the role of The Iron Sheik in NBC’s Young Rock
‘The crisis revealed the crisis,’ 2021 Rhode Island Food System Summit focuses on food insecurity during COVID-19 pandemic - During the past year, food insecurity in the United States has reached record levels. College of Health Sciences personnel joined government, academic, business, and community partners on Jan. 20 to discuss the crisis during the fifth annual Rhode Island Food System Summit.- URI College of Health Sciences dean edits national exercise guidelines - Dean Gary Liguori honored as senior editor of flagship publication from American College of Sports Medicine For the second time, a University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences administrator is the lead editor of a book update that is considered the gold standard in sports medicine, exercise science and health and fitness. This is […]
Physical therapy professor wins distinguished service award - A URI College of Health Sciences Professor was recently honored for her commitment to the physical therapy profession and her impressive service to the community. Clinical Assistant Professor Carol Petrie has received the Mary I. DuVally Distinguished Service Award from the Rhode Island chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association. is presented to a member […]
URI partners in program to increase digital access for older adults - Engaging Generations Cyber Seniors program provides smart devices, training, internet access for seniors in the community The University of Rhode Island’s Engaging Generations Cyber Seniors program will provide smart devices and internet services to older adults in the community, and will work with community and senior centers to increase digital literacy in neighborhoods disproportionately impacted […]
Virtual COVID panel discussion: Caring for the Caregivers - Fourth in series of URI discussions examines impact of COVID-19 on healthcare professionals
URI psychologist offers tips for managing stress during holidays - Exercise, sleep important to keeping stress at bay The holiday season is upon us and with it comes chronic stress felt by many. This year, those worries are compounded by the record spread of COVID-19 infections and a divisive election that overshadows the season. So, how do we manage our stress? As there are public […]
URI students, staff work to combat food insecurity - Health Sciences students, faculty help distribute 2,400 USDA food boxes to University community, local nonprofits In an effort to help tackle hunger, students and staff at the University of Rhode Island distributed approximately 2,400 boxes of food to members of the University community and more than a dozen local nonprofits this month. The boxes, each […]
Health Sciences faculty members offer career advice to new, aspiring grads - Deb Riebe, Molly Greaney featured in national career site article The world has changed in many ways in recent months, not the least of which is in the job market, which presents challenges — and opportunities — for new college graduates. Zippia, a site for companies who want to recruit top-level staff and job seekers […]
URI Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing students conduct virtual health checks with community seniors - Annual Senior Day moves online due to ongoing pandemic An older adult named Daureen told of the difficulties she has with otherwise simple tasks like cooking because of the arthritis in her hands. She detailed the medicines she takes, expressed concerns about falling, scheduled follow-up physical therapy appointments, and even got a quick mental health […]
College of Health Sciences presents faculty, staff awards at annual meeting - Dean Gary Liguori honored faculty and staff members for a successful academic year, distributing excellence awards to select members of the faculty and staff of the College of Health Sciences. Dean Liguori and Associate Deans Deb Riebe and Brian Quilliam joined the college’s department heads in distributing 15 awards to faculty and staff members during […]
URI online therapeutic cannabis program prepares workforce in fast-growing industry - First-in-the-nation program aims to educate therapeutic cannabis employees across the country
URI celebrates undergraduate degree program in interdisciplinary neuroscience, welcomes inaugural class - Former Congressman Patrick J. Kennedy to deliver keynote The University of Rhode Island celebrated the launch of its new undergraduate program in interdisciplinary neuroscience Oct. 14 with a virtual event to extend an official congratulations and welcome to its inaugural class. Former Congressman Patrick J. Kennedy, noted mental health advocate, delivered the keynote speech. Joining […]
Communicative Disorders professor wins national research award - Prize money from the national organization will help fund Alisa Baron’s research projects moving forward College of Health Sciences Assistant Professor Alisa Baron will have some new funding to support her academic and research endeavors after receiving a national award from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Baron, assistant professor in the Department of Communicative Disorders, will […]
The Behavioral Science PhD will host 3 virtual meetings to learn more about the program. - 1st virtual meeting: 11/9/2020 from 3-4pm.
2nd virtual meeting 12/3/2020 from 5-6pm.
3rd virtual meeting 1/7/2020 from 6-7pm.- COVID experience panel discussions: Lessons from URI and beyond - Health care professionals to share personal experiences in their fight against the pandemic Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, health care workers of all disciplines have been the front-line heroes battling the novel coronavirus that has affected virtually all aspects of society. These health care professionals have stories to tell and experiences to share as the ever-evolving […]
HDF grad student wins AFCPE ‘Outstanding Symposium Student Paper’ award - A URI College of Health Sciences graduate student has been named the 2020 Outstanding Symposium Student Paper award winner by the Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education. Beatrix Lavigueur, a master’s candidate in Human Development and Family Studies, has won the award for her paper, “Consumer Finance Scales Published in the Journal of Financial […]
Mental Health and Wellness Resources Available During COVID-19 - While beginning a new semester can be stressful on its own, dealing with the complications the COVID-19 pandemic presents can exacerbate the stress many are feeling. If the stress and anxiety are impacting your mental health and wellness, there are resources available on campus for the entire URI community. In addition to the URI Counseling […]
Online Healthcare Management Master’s program available to Health Sciences alumni - Alumni from the URI health colleges, including Pharmacy, Nursing and Health Sciences, have the opportunity to learn more about the business of health care, thanks to a new online program in the URI College of Business. The college is now offering a Master of Science degree in healthcare management. Taught in asynchronous seven-week modules, both […]
URI Health Sciences graduate wins 2020 Dorothy Shackleton Anti-Hunger Leadership Award - Warwick native Kayla Wedell graduated in May with degree in Human Development and Family Studies, continues homeless outreach The University of Rhode Island Feinstein Center for a Hunger Free America has presented the Dorothy Shackleton Anti-Hunger Leadership Award to Kayla Wedell, a 2020 URI graduate with a major in Human Development and Family Studies, who […]
Face of the Fight: Robert Munoz ’20, Kinesiology - College of Health Sciences staff, faculty members and students across all departments are dedicating themselves to helping during the COVID-19 health crisis we are all facing. Here, we highlight their work in their own words. Know someone helping out who should be recognized? Email their story to patrickluce@uri.edu. Robert Munoz, who graduated from the University […]- URI therapy clinics continue helping clients while social distancing - Video conferencing, telehealth help maintain critical connections The University of Rhode Island Psychological Consultation Center and Couple and Family Therapy Clinic continue to serve their clients despite the COVID-19 pandemic, providing a vital, virtual connection to those dealing with mental health challenges. The coronavirus pandemic has affected most every segment of society, causing people to […]
URI’s Couple and Family Therapy Clinic offers free sessions during COVID-19 pandemic - ‘Keeping It Together’ program allows two free telehealth video or phone sessions The University of Rhode Island Couple and Family Therapy Clinic, part of the College of Health Sciences, is offering special support for parents, children, adolescents, couples and individuals facing the challenges of adjusting to the demands brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. The […]
URI College of Health Sciences offers new, interdisciplinary PhD program - Program combines multiple educational departments within the College Health and health care are constantly evolving disciplines requiring highly trained, critical thinkers to solve some of society’s most important health-related problems. The College of Health Sciences is expanding its interdisciplinary approach to health care, bringing multiple departments together to offer a new Ph.D. program in Health […]
Face of the Fight: Maddie O’Neill ’20, Health Studies - College of Health Sciences staff, faculty members and students across all departments are dedicating themselves to helping during the COVID-19 health crisis we are all facing. Here, we highlight their work in their own words. Know someone helping out who should be recognized? Email their story to patrickluce@uri.edu. My name is Maddie O’Neill and I […]
Face of the Fight: Jessica MacLeod, Delia Hall - College of Health Sciences staff, faculty members and students across all departments are dedicating themselves to helping during the COVID-19 health crisis we are all facing. Here, we highlight their work in their own words. Know someone helping out who should be recognized? Email their information to patrickluce@uri.edu. We are offering our monthly Early Childhood […]
Face of the Fight: Shannon O’Rourke ’20, Health Studies - College of Health Sciences staff, faculty members and students across all departments are dedicating themselves to helping during the COVID-19 health crisis we are all facing. Here, we highlight their work in their own words. Know someone helping out who should be recognized? Email their story to patrickluce@uri.edu. Department of Health Studies student Shannon O’Rourke […]
HDF offers support seminars to parents of young children during COVID-19 outbreak - Online webinars hosted by Phyllis Penhallow run each Wednesday evening The University of Rhode Island’s Department of Human Development and Family Science is offering open remote support seminars via Webex for local parents with children between the ages of birth through five. The seminars aim to address the many issues that arise for parents who […]
Early childhood educators can still engage with families while social distancing - Are you an early childhood educator separated from your class due to COVID-19 closures? The experts at the URI Child Development Centers have put together a tip sheet on how to stay in touch with children and families. Quick tips for continued engagement with children and families: Create a family communication and engagement plan specific […]
Staying active at home: Tips from URI Kinesiology - During these trying times when most of us are stuck at home, it can be easy to fall into unhealthy habits like spending the day on the couch. It is important to make staying active at home a priority! Exercise is associated with improved immune functioning and reducing stress. Simply put, especially in these times, […]
Food unites us all: Healthy eating tips during social isolation - By Maya Vadiveloo For many, it has been challenging to cope with a world that has changed dramatically overnight. While there is only so much we can each do to keep ourselves and loved ones safe during this time beyond washing our hands and keeping our physical distance, taking time to nourish our bodies can […]
Mental wellness and positivity during difficult times - What can you do to remain positive and mentally well during this time? By Nichea Spillane In difficult times, it can be easy to get caught up in things that are going wrong. We might even focus so much on things that go wrong so much that it seems like that is all that is […]- URI online dietetics program ranked among nation’s best - College of Health Sciences program is associated with the largest employer of registered dietitians in the country The University of Rhode Island’s online master’s program in dietetics has been ranked among the top 20 online MS Nutrition programs in the country by intelligent.com, an independent editorial website covering higher education, which is highlighting dietetics programs […]
URI expands mental health first aid, thanks to $300,000 grant - Federal funds to expand ‘CPR for the mind’ training to thousands more on campus Within the next couple years, as many as 2,500 more students, faculty and staff members will be equipped to provide “CPR for the mind” as the University of Rhode Island Psychological Consultation Center expands its Mental Health First Aid program, thanks […]
Valentine’s special: Free relationship check-ups for URI students - Couple and Family Therapy Clinic offers free relationship assessment ahead of year’s most romantic day Student couples are invited to participate in a free relationship assessment and follow-up counseling at the University’s Couple and Family Therapy Clinic just in time for Valentine’s Day and all the romantic expectations it brings. But even if couples can’t schedule an […]
Money Skills for Life: Teaching college students financial basics - URI Department of Human Development and Family Studies offers courses in personal finance When considering finance courses at the university level, one usually envisions complex classes on banking, corporate finance, investments, the stock market and hedge funds. Balancing a checkbook, filing personal income taxes, examining costs and benefits of student loans or calculating retirement needs […]
Communicative Disorders to host lecture on language development in children with autism - UConn Professor Letitia Naigles focuses on language in typically developing children and children who have been diagnosed with autism The Department of Communicative Disorders will to host Letitia Naigles Ph.D., a professor of Psychology at the University of Connecticut, for a fascinating presentation on language development in children with autism Jan. 31. Naigles’ presentation, “What Variability in […]
University of Rhode Island to offer undergraduate degree in interdisciplinary neuroscience - New program is the only one of its kind in Rhode Island- Clinical Psychology Program earns 10-year accreditation extension - The doctoral program has been accredited since 1972 The University of Rhode Island Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program recently earned a 10-year extension of its accreditation, which has been in place every year since 1972. The department is part of the College of Health Sciences. The American Psychological Association informed the department its accreditation had been […]
Nutrition professor to help develop national healthy eating guidelines - Alison Tovar will serve on Robert Wood Johnson Foundation panel to develop healthy eating behaviors among children URI College of Health Sciences Professor Alison Tovar will help create national guidelines for developing healthy eating behaviors among young children after she was invited to serve on the Healthy Eating Research panel, a national program of the […]
Household finance decisions can impact emotional, physical health - Harvard researcher to lecture on ‘health and wealth’ Dec. 20 in the Memorial Union Most people are familiar with the stress that comes with making decisions on household finances, paying off debt or saving for retirement. But the affects of dealing with such financial stressors can also have an impact on one’s emotional and even […]
Older adults may be next wave of college students - URI professor serves on AARP roundtable to create framework for intergenerational education Higher education isn’t only for those at the cusp of their careers, trying to establish themselves in a particular profession. Increasingly, older adults finished with their careers are interested returning to the classroom, and a university of Rhode Island professor recently served on […]
URI team’s paper on American Indian adolescent opioid misuse to be published nationally - Manuscript by psychology department research team to run in national journal ‘Drug and Alcohol Dependence’ American Indian adolescents are more likely to misuse heroin and other opioids, and are five times more likely to die from the misuse than non-American Indians, necessitating new forms of interventions to help prevent opioid misuse among the American Indian […]
Apple orchard trip about more than fun for URI preschoolers - Child Development Center students pick 140 pounds of fruit to support Rhody Outpost, food-insecure residents Preschoolers in the URI Child Development Centers had fun on the farm while helping food insecure members of the community and learning the value of community service. The URI students recently visited the apple orchard at URI’s East Farm and […]
Child Development Center students get down in the mud for educational play - CDC installs mud kitchen for sensory, cognitive development, thanks to $1,000 grant Young students in the URI Child Development Centers can “get elbow deep in mud” while developing sensory perception, motor skills, math skills and more, thanks to a new mud kitchen in the facility’s playground, funded by a $1,000 grant from the Local Initiatives […]
Student’s research reveals prevalence of opioid misuse on campus - Psychology major Emily Shepard’s study wins award at research showcase About 13 percent of college students acknowledge having misused opioids at some point in their lives, having begun taking the prescription medication either for pain management or for recreation, a URI College of Health Sciences student’s recent study has found. Psychology major Emily Shepard combined […]
College of Health Sciences hosts Chinese Olympic Delegation - Researchers, professors and sports scientists share information to fuel high-performance athletes Olympic athletes from China may have a leg up on some of their opponents — and an equal footing with the U.S. team — thanks to a two-week visit to URI from members of the Chinese governing body of sport. The URI College of […]
RI Life Expectancy Project examines disparities among state’s cities and towns - Compared to other states, Rhode Islanders live relatively long and healthy lives. However, according to a new study conducted at the University of Rhode Island’s new Department of Health Studies, part of the College of Health Sciences, disparities still exist – even within our 1,214 square miles.
URI researchers study how children with autism learn language - Professors at the University of Rhode Island’s new Collaborative Cognitive Neuroscience Lab are partnering with Connecticut’s Haskins Laboratories to better understand how children with autism spectrum disorder learn language. Specifically, researchers will study how children with autism integrate visual information with what they hear compared to their typically developing peers and how that affects their […]
RI Food, Fitness and Fun Battles Childhood Obesity - College of Health Sciences launches program in Wakefield The College of Health Sciences has launched an early-intervention program to instill lifelong healthy habits in children, ages 6 to 11, aiming to prevent obesity in adolescent children. Rhode Island Food, Fitness and Fun, a family-based program , launched an 8-week session for families in and around […]
Speech pathologist wins College’s Distinguished Achievement Award - Susan Kaplan ‘has tremendous passion for helping others’ The URI College of Health Sciences honored the career of an alumna who has made a tremendous impact on health care with one of the College’s highest honors during the Distinguished Achievement Awards ceremony on Oct. 5. Susan Hamer Kaplan ’78, M.S. ’80, is a speech and […]
URI’s Early Childhood Institute develops early education workforce - Registration open for November session; Approved PD available The University of Rhode Island Child Development Centers and the Department of Human Development and Family Studies continue to improve the education and care of Rhode Island’s youngest residents as it prepares for another session of its Early Childhood Institute, dedicated to the professional development of early […]
URI Physical Therapy Department: 5th Annual Distinguished Lecture Series - Know Pain or No Gain: A Practitioner's Playbook for a Biopsychosocial Approach to Musculoskeletal Pain 
APTA’s DPT Education Virtual Fair – September 17th, 2019 - URI is participating in APTA's DPT Education Virtual Fair on September 17th, 2019.- Physical Therapy – Open House – September 11th, 2019 - The Physical Therapy Department will be hosting an Open House on September 11th, 2019 from 4:30pm-6:30pm.
Geriatric Workforce program at URI aims to improve elder health care - Professor Phillip Clark leads $3.75 million project to train health care workforce A University of Rhode Island professor has been awarded a $3.75 million federal grant to improve health services for older adults. And it couldn’t come at a more crucial time as Rhode Island has the highest percentage of adults 85 and older in […]
Child Development Center students get lesson in hydroponics - The preschoolers at the URI Child Development Center learned about hydroponics recently thanks to a visit and generous donation from Dr. Soni Pradhanang, from URI’s College of the Environment and Life Sciences. The children planted lettuce seeds and hope to harvest lettuce for school snacks in the fall. Hands-on, project-based learning experiences, such as gardening, […]
Getting beyond the BMI: URI Center for Health and Human Performance helps provide fuller health and fitness picture - Love it or hate it, most people are familiar with their BMI (body mass index) score. Yet experts agree that the BMI is lacking when it comes to providing an accurate overall picture of health and fitness.
URI researchers embark on autism study with Yale, UConn-affiliated Haskins Labs - Professors at the University of Rhode Island’s new Collaborative Cognitive Neuroscience Lab are partnering with research scientists, Julia Irwin, Ph.D., and Nicole Landi, Ph.D., at Haskins Laboratories to better understand how children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) learn language.
Health Studies launches Rhode Island Life Expectancy Project Website - The Project is a landmark effort, developed by researchers at URI to highlight how health and well-being are influenced by where we live and work. It provides population and health data to Rhode Island researchers, policymakers, educators, and all current and future Rhode Island residents.
Kinesiology major Lotte Black finishes 4th in national race - University of Rhode Island junior Lotte Black, a kinesiology major, finished fourth out of 12 runners at the NCAA Championship in the 1500 meter final on Saturday. Black broke the record she previously set two days ago, crossing the finish line in 4:13.02. It is her ninth school record she has broken in her junior campaign. […]
College of Health Sciences remembers Professor Emeritus George T. Fitzelle - The Human Development and Family Studies professor passed away recently at age 95 George T. Fitzelle Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of HDF, died on March 4, 2019 at the age of 95. George was a World War II veteran, having served in the U.S. Army as a combat infantryman in Europe. After the war, he attended […]
Gallery: More than 700 graduate from College of Health Sciences - More than 700 students crossed the stage to receive their bachelor’s degrees from the College of Health Sciences during the College’s annual commencement ceremony in the Ryan Center Saturday, May 18. Dean Gary Liguori and the entire College congratulates the College of Health Sciences Class of 2019. Check out a full gallery of the ceremony […]
GALLERY: College presents end-of-year faculty, staff awards - As the 2018-19 academic year winds down, College of Health Sciences Dean Gary Liguori honored faculty and staff members for a successful and distributed excellence awards to select members of the faculty. Dean Liguori and Associate Deans Deb Riebe and Brian Quilliam joined the college’s department heads in distributing 14 awards to faculty and staff […]
Gallery: Health Sciences students present research at annual Honors Conference - College of Health Sciences students joined others from the Academic Health Collaborative in presenting their research projects at the Annual Honors Conference in the Memorial Union Ballroom Wednesday.
URI Parkinson’s group helps patients be ‘LOUD for Life’ - College of Health Sciences program helps treat speech impediments, swallowing difficulties Among the physical impediments faced by patients diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, speech and swallowing complications are often the first and most common. The problem is so severe, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention lists swallowing complications among Parkinson’s patients as the 14th leading […]
Childhood Development Center marks ‘Week of the Young Child’ with community service project - Preschoolers collect food donations for Jonnycake Center URI’s Childhood Development Center (CDC) within the College of Health Sciences celebrated Week of the Young Child along with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) last week, working with preschoolers to perform service in the community. “This is an annual celebration of early learning, […]
College of Health Sciences hosts high school students for Healthcare Workforce open house - High school students from around the state practiced CPR on simulation lab mannequins, measured their bone density, made healthy smoothies, and more as they visited the URI College of Health Sciences Tuesday. The College hosted 130 high school students for its Healthcare Workforce Transformation Open House. The students had multiple presentations to choose from, including […]
Zumba class in Child Development Center teaches kids importance of exercise, healthy habits - The youngest members of the College of Health Sciences, the preschoolers at the URI Child Development Center (CDC), learned about the importance of regular physical activity while participating in a Zumba clinic this week. Ashley Tabb, a College of Health Sciences senior and recreation services student employee, visited the CDC to lead the kids’ Zumba […]
URI Physical Therapy students to host Run Your Life 5K - April 14 event to spotlight to healthy lifestyles, need to address opioid crisis By Ross Balding Physical therapy is often seen as a safer alternative to opioid prescriptions for pain management. Aiming to raise awareness of the devastating opioid crisis in Rhode Island and the benefits of healthy alternatives, students in the Physical Therapy Department […]
Public policy change key to encouraging more active lifestyle - Communities can improve population health by design By Ross Balding Many Americans know that they should be leading more active lifestyles, but that doesn’t mean they make an effort to change that. Public health and transportation consultant Mark Fenton knows telling people they should be more active isn’t enough, and the most effective way to […]
Student Spotlight: Psychology major Meinca Pinchinat - By Ross Balding Most undergraduates planning to go to law school do so with the ultimate goal of becoming a practicing lawyer. Junior Psychology major Meinca Pinchinat is aiming higher, however, and her goal is to become a federal judge or Supreme Court justice. Pinchinat has always considered herself a mediator, and often finds herself […]
PT grad student’s study aims to improve Parkinson’s patients’ movement - A Ph.D. candidate in the College of Health Sciences aims to improve the motor skills of those living with Parkinson’s disease and will begin working with local patients next month, thanks to a grant from a national Parkinson’s research and treatment organization.
Student presentations raise awareness of health disparities in society - Aiming to raise awareness of the inequities in health care in different populations, the URI Academic Health Collaborative hosted Health Disparities Awareness Day recently, featuring poster presentations and lectures from students on at-risk populations. Psychology major Alexandria Capolino was awarded the top poster prize for her study on opioid misuse and overdose. The poster session […]
URI Child Development Center hosts high school students who work with kids - The URI Child Development Center hosted 14 high school students from the Warwick Area Career and Technical Center for a visit Thursday to observe and learn from the educators in the URI center.
Kinesiology student’s studies assist in record-breaking run - By Ross Balding Does being a Kinesiology major enable you to become a better athlete? Junior Lotte Black, a member of the University of Rhode Island track and field team, who recently broke the 36-year-old timed mile record, would say yes. At Boston University’s David Hemery Valentine Invitational on Friday, Feb. 8, Black broke a […]
Health Studies student’s ‘dif-ability’ subject of TEDx talk - Rachel Ferreira doesn’t let her cerebral palsy silence her.
Healing Body and Mind: College of Health Sciences clinics - The University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences aims to improve the overall health of the campus community and beyond. 
URI study brings nutrition advocacy directly into the home - Project aims to improve diet quality of preschool children
Students across multiple health disciplines screen senior citizen volunteers - Students from all three colleges in the Academic Health Collaborative got some hands-on training while senior citizens from the community gained some valuable health information during the Senior Health and Wellness Program at Independence Square Tuesday.
Bedtime story: Study finds sleep-deprived students - Here’s an easy math problem with a challenging solution: The average young adult needs nearly nine hours of sleep per night to ensure physical, mental and emotional well-being. The average college student gets just six-and-a-half hours of sleep per night. In case you’re too tired to do the math, that adds up to 17.5 hours […]
URI designated an Age-Friendly University - One of just 14 in the U.S., URI joins the international Age-Friendly University Global Network With substantial investments in the Rhode Island Geriatric Education Center, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, and intergenerational programs like Cyber-Seniors, the University of Rhode Island has made a concerted effort to be welcoming to people of all ages, including older […]
Study: ADHD drugs do not improve cognition in healthy college students - Contrary to popular belief across college campuses, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medications may fail to improve cognition in healthy students and actually can impair functioning, according to a study by researchers at the University of Rhode Island and Brown University.
URI graduate coaching in World Cup - The graduate of the Health and Physical Education Program, part of the College of Health Sciences, is leading the Iran National Team in the international tournament.
URI Xtreme Inclusion raises the bar on adapted exercise programs - Adapted exercise sessions for people with disabilities or exceptionalities are not new, but the University of Rhode Island Xtreme Inclusion program has raised the bar across several measures.
URI Wellness Conference to feature James Prochaska, behavior change pioneer, and international population health experts - KINGSTON, R.I., May 24, 2018 —The University of Rhode Island will mark important milestones in the institution’s contributions to physical and mental health with a two-day event in September featuring world-renowned Professor of Psychology James Prochaska as well as other leading experts in population health and behavior change.
GALLERY: College of Health Sciences graduates nearly 800 students - Dean Gary Liguori urged graduates to embrace the possibilities that come their way before 790 College of Health Sciences graduates crossed the stage in the Ryan Center Saturday, May 19. “There are possibilities that many of you don’t even know about yet, possibilities that are truly endless,” Liguori said. “You are ready to do big […]
Commencement 2018: Health sciences student finds reward, vocation in community outreach - Fatima Tobar didn’t wait for opportunity to come knocking; she knocked first. As a freshman, she entered the Providence office of the URI Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (URI SNAP-Ed) and asked if she could volunteer doing community outreach.
Nutrition, Kinesiology major to deliver Health Sciences commencement address - Annie Clarkin, a Cranston native, will speak at college graduation ceremony May 19 Urging her classmates to “be the contributors of change,” Kinesiology and Nutrition double-major Annie Clarkin will deliver the College of Health Sciences commencement address during graduation weekend on May 19. Clarkin was chosen partly to honor the selfless dedication she has shown […]
GALLERY: Health Sciences announces faculty, staff award winners - As classes come to an end, the URI College of Health Sciences wrapped up the school year April 30 with the annual College faculty and staff awards during a ceremony at the 95 Club on Upper College Road. Dean Gary Liguori and Associate Deans Deb Riebe and Brian Quilliam joined the college’s department heads in […]
URI professor earns national award in student affairs - Katie Branch named Diamond Award recipient by American College of Personnel Association By Allie Lewis A URI College of Health Sciences professor’s dedication to engaging students and preparing them for success beyond college has earned her national recognition. The American College Personnel Association has chosen Katie Branch, Ph.D., as a 2018 Diamond Award recipient. Branch, […]
Student research to help food banks across RI - Surveys help to identify gaps in services and needs of patrons By Allie Lewis Psychology students in the College of Health Sciences surveyed hundreds of food bank patrons to learn the challenges they face in accessing proper nutrition to better identify gaps in food bank procedures and improve service. Many of the people accessing local […]- URI Health Sciences grad student wins national award - Irene McIvor-Mason’s paper ties financial independence to well-being among young adults Having three college age children, Irene McIvor-Mason is well acquainted with the struggles of managing college cost and student debt. However, her expertise in this area extends well beyond her family experiences and has led to a national honor. A developmental science graduate student […]
Faculty, students hit the slopes to research winter sport - Health Sciences researchers examine metabolic demands of snowboard cross By Allie Lewis Olympic medals are earned during the off-season, and research being conducted by professors and students at the University of Rhode Island could bring athletes that much closer to the podium. In partnership with Carrabassett Ski and Snowboard Academy in Maine, Kinesiology Department […]
Make like Popeye: The powerful benefits of spinach - URI health expert Jacqueline Beatty highlights the leafy green vegetable’s benefits for National Spinach Day It turns out Popeye the Sailor may have been on to something. You may not be immediately transformed into a tornado of strength or be magically able to handle whatever comes your way after chowing down a can of spinach, […]
Help URI Kick Butts, nicotine products March 21 - Do you want to quit smoking, break free of the nicotine cravings that accompany e-smoking devices or end a chewing tobacco habit? Then join the University of Rhode Island’s Tobacco-Free Committee for the nationwide Kick Butts Day Wednesday, March 21, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Memorial Union.
URI Brain Fair offers family-friendly exploration of brain science, health - Colleges of Pharmacy, Health Sciences take part in fair hosted by George & Anne Ryan Institute for Beuroscience- URI Physical Therapy students to host Run Your Life 5K - The University of Rhode Island’s Physical Therapy Program and undergraduate Pre-PT club will hold the Run Your Life 5K fun run and walk Sunday, April 15 at 9:30 a.m. on the Kingston Campus Quadrangle. The #ChooseYou Healthy Lifestyle Exposition will also be held that day from 9 a.m. to noon.
URI educator named Pillar of the Profession by national student affairs organization - A University of Rhode Island faculty member has been named a 2018 Pillar of the Profession by the leading national association for student affairs professionals.
URI webinar series to promote health system transformation - To increase awareness of the issue and help spur the change, URI Nursing Professor Betty Rambur is spearheading a series of webinars to enhance health care professionals’ knowledge of health system science and promote understanding of health system transformation concepts. The 50- to 90-minute programs — funded by a $119,000 grant from the state Executive […]
63 percent of survey respondents want URI to be tobacco-free - URI’s Tobacco-Free Committee, co-chaired by Health Sciences Associate Dean Deb Riebe, seeks healthier, cleaner community There is strong support among students, faculty and staff for a University of Rhode Island free of tobacco and electronic nicotine product use, according to a survey conducted last semester. Distributed and analyzed by URI’s Tobacco-Free Committee, the survey generated […]
Healthier communities, by design - Health advocate, former racewalker Mark Fenton to bring exercise message to URI Feb. 22 One would be hard-pressed to find anyone who’s not aware of the benefits of physical activity. From weight loss, to cardiovascular health, to prevention of diseases including cancer, diabetes, depression and more, the benefits of even moderate exercise can lead to […]
URI researchers awarded $300,000 grant to examine healthy food choices - Changing behavior around food is never easy. A faculty member in the University of Rhode Island’s College of Health Sciences, part of the University’s Academic Health Collaborative, and colleagues in two other colleges are working to address that challenge, thanks to a three-year, $300,000 grant from the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research.
URI students across health disciplines get immersed in learning during trip to Indonesia - URI students from across all three colleges in the Academic Health Collaborative got a firsthand look at health care overseas, helped educate residents on preventive health measures and experienced some of the local culture during a J-Term trip to Indonesia.
‘Non-traditional’ Health Sciences student headed to med school - At age 33, Christopher Phothisane is not your typical college student. For a long time he saw that as a liability. Now, as he prepares to graduate in May with a double major in biology and psychology—and an acceptance letter to Brown University’s medical school in hand—Phothisane understands that his non-traditional journey is actually a strength.
Educational Tech: LENA gives URI speech pathology students an advantage - Speech pathology students are required to analyze a half-hour recorded conversation by listening to the recording and transcribing—by hand—every word, phrase, and turn in the conversation. That process can devour the bulk of a semester. Thanks to LENA, students at URI now have an advantage.
Protecting Against Loneliness and Cognitive Decline - A RECENT ESSAY in The New York Times, “The Surprising Effects of Loneliness on Health,” highlights the connection between loneliness and cognitive decline—with an important distinction: Loneliness and social isolation aren’t necessarily interchangeable. “Even people living with their families may feel lonely,” says Phillip Clark, director of the Rhode Island Geriatric Education Center and Program […]
URI nutrition expert tells Channel 10 viewers how to eat healthy on a budget - Food and Nutrition Education Program Director Katie Mulligan appears on ‘Plant Pro’ segment Eating right doesn’t have to break the bank. There are plenty of affordable fruits and vegetables that will keep you on budget while packing in the nutrition. URI Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program Director Katie Mulligan recently appeared on NBC 10 […]
Student Spotlight: Daniel Delaney - URI doctoral candidate helps those with substance abuse issues ‘find other ways to cope’ For Daniel Delaney, research at the University of Rhode Island is personal. His work on substance and alcohol abuse is driven by having in the past witnessed first-hand the damage it can cause. Delaney is doing all he can to […]
Alumni spotlight: Christopher Yun, ‘88 - URI grad helps develop medication to treat debilitating disease in children Chris Yun worked for years developing a cardiovascular medication that could reduce the chance of a recurrent cardiac event. After years of research, trials and development, the URI graduate and his colleagues at an Atlanta biotech firm were able to show a reduction in […]
URI loses a ‘giant’ in his field, in the classroom, in life - Dr. Wayne Velicer passes away after 44 years at URI During the final weeks of his life, the last thing Dr. Wayne Velicer wanted to do was talk about his condition. He didn’t want his URI colleagues to know the extent of the cancer ravaging his body. He didn’t want to distract from the work […]
Psychology student earns research award at national conference - Nick Bush was recognized for his study on the minority experience in higher education A College of Health Sciences student studying “social belonging” among minority students in higher education was recognized recently for his work at a national conference. Nick Bush, a third-year psychology major, won an “outstanding poster presentation” award at the annual Biomedical […]
Neuroscientist, author Anil Seth to speak Dec. 5 at URI - Anil Seth, professor of cognitive and computational neuroscience at the University of Sussex in the United Kingdom, will present “The Nature of Human Consciousness” as the 10th and final lecture of the University of Rhode Island’s 54th Honors Colloquium. The talk will take place Tuesday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. in Edwards Hall, 64 Upper […]
Nutrition Club students brighten Thanksgiving for 140 families - Thanksgiving will be a bit happier — and healthier — for more than 100 families this year, thanks to the efforts of a group of College of Health Sciences students. Members of the Nutrition Club assembled 140 Thanksgiving baskets and delivered them in a truck borrowed from URI Dining Services to Maplewood Terrace, a low-income […]
URI student takes aim at body shaming for senior capstone project - For her senior capstone project, psychology major is telling a story that represents many The teasing started in middle school: whale; fat girl; jelly rolls; Mrs. Puff. Paola Moreno got so depressed she stopped eating breakfast and lunch. “I didn’t want people at school to see me eating,” says Moreno. “I didn’t want people to […]
Neuroscientist, educator, TV host Heather Berlin to speak Nov. 14 at URI - KINGSTON, R.I.- November 3, 2017- Known most notably for her work in science communication and outreach, neuroscientist Heather Berlin will present a lecture titled “The Dynamic Unconscious Mind” as part of this year’s Honors Colloquium at the University of Rhode Island. The lecture will be held Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. in Edwards Hall, 64 […]
URI Doctoral candidate elected VP of national physical therapy association - Alexander Dien to represent students on the American Physical Therapy Association’s Student Assembly A third-year doctoral candidate in Physical Therapy at URI will represent the university in a national trade organization after being elected vice president of the American Physical Therapy Association’s Student Assembly. Alexander Dien officially became a member of the association’s board of […]
URI professor honored by alma mater - Psychology Professor Lisa Weyandt will travel to Pennsylvania to receive the award URI Psychology Professor Lisa Weyandt will be honored by her alma mater for her distinguished accomplishments throughout her career. Weyandt will travel to Pennsylvania State University Oct. 27 to receive the award given annually to select graduates of Penn State’s College of Health […]
Student Spotlight: Dara LoBuono, M.S. ’14, Ph.D. candidate - Nutrition scientist aims to increase access, impact of nutrition therapy While a high school track athlete in Franklin Lakes, NJ, Dara LoBuono was looking for any opportunity to improve her time and cross the finish line ahead of her competitors. A visit with a sports nutritionist gave her the edge she needed on the track, […]
Research in Action: Critical Steps - Can gait be used as a tool to diagnose, prevent, or treat cognitive decline? URI kinesiologists are taking steps to find out what gait can tell us about dementia.- URI College of Health Sciences professor wins national award in gerontology - Phillip Clark honored for mentorship in, promotion of geriatric education A local expert on gerontology at the University of Rhode Island has been named the recipient of a prestigious award from a national association on aging. Phillip Clark, professor of Human Development and Family Studies, and director of both the gerontology program and the Rhode […]
URI Psychology professor to receive Institute of Coaching excellence award - James Prochaska developed Transtheoretical Model of Behavior Change; Janice Prochaska disseminated the model A University of Rhode Island psychology professor internationally renowned for his pioneering work in behavior change, along with his wife and research partner, will receive the Institute of Coaching Vision of Scientific Excellence in Coaching award. The Institute presents the award annually to […]
University of Rhode Island provides training workshops to Chinese Olympic delegation - With the summer sun high in the sky, Chinese Olympic Committee delegates, NHL coaches, college trainers and exercise scientists had snow and ice on their minds as they convened at the University of Rhode Island earlier this month.
Children from military families explore health and science professions at URI - More than two dozen children from military-connected families around the state tested their range of motion, race each other on turf and discover the capabilities of wearable technology during the 4-H Career and College Major Exploration Day held earlier this month at the University of Rhode Island.
Cameroon royalty, Dean Liguori meet to discuss African nation’s health needs - College of Health Sciences Dean Gary Liguori and other representatives of the URI community welcomed members of Cameroon royalty to campus last week. The King of Bazou, His Majesty Vincent Tchoua Kemajou, and Queen Martha Tchoua Nassali of the African nation’s western region were at URI with representatives of the Boston-based nonprofit World Coming Together to Make a Difference (WOCOTOMADI), whose mission is helping people with limited access to health care improve their lives.
URI researcher leads international team in revising neck pain guidelines - A professor at the University of Rhode Island led an international team of experts who spent several years revising and expanding clinical practice guidelines for the treatment of neck pain. The Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy published “Neck Pain Guidelines: Revision 2017, Using the Evidence to Guide Physical Therapist Practice” in its July issue.
Student Spotlight: Cassidy Cabral, B.S. ’17 and M.S. ’19 - Cassidy Cabral of Bristol knew what major she wanted to pursue before she arrived at URI. She had shadowed professionals in different careers while a student at Mount Hope High School and discovered an affinity for speech-language pathology.- URI researchers examine health disparities in older adults as part of federal project - Faculty at the University of Rhode Island and colleagues from across the nation will present research age-related muscle loss in older women as part of a symposium at the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics next week in San Francisco.
Communicative disorders professor named director of URI’s Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program - Leslie Mahler, associate professor of communicative disorders in the University of Rhode Island’s College of Health Sciences, is the new director of the Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program, where she serves as a faculty member.
CoreMechanics engages URI to research viability of musculoskeletal wellness device - Imagine donning a vest every day that could strengthen your core, improve your posture and align your joints — allowing you to maintain your health or recover from an injury. CoreMechanics LLC of Narragansett envisions just such a device and has called on experts from three colleges at the University of Rhode Island to help make it a reality.
Toy cars modified by URI students deliver fun, physical benefit - Who doesn’t remember the simple joy of zipping around the yard in a toy car? Every kid should have that experience, and thanks to Lil’ Rhody Riders — an ongoing student leadership project at the University of Rhode Island — they can.
University of Rhode Island, W. Kingston Elementary School pioneer research into the effects of movement on learning - The second-graders at West Kingston Elementary School are models of scholarly focus, reading silently and intently. At the same time, they wobble in their seats, pedal their legs under their desks or sway on balance boards.
URI professor serves as senior editor for exercise guidelines - Since 1975, exercise physiologists, doctors, nurses, physical therapists and health/fitness professionals around the world have turned to the American College of Sports Medicine’s (ACSM) “Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription” as a trusted and comprehensive source of information.
URI offering voice clinic to help transgender women speak with ease, confidence - From babbling infancy, our voices are uniquely ours — like oral fingerprints. But for those who are transgender, the voice one is born with may not authentically reflect that person’s identity.
Recent alumna co-authors journal article - Megan Fallon’s goal as a registered dietitian is to steer food policy toward better nutrition and health-related outcomes.
Student Spotlight: Jeannette Guillen - Kingston, Rhode Island, is a long way from Brownsville, Texas. But for Jeannette Guillen, a first-year doctor of physical therapy student, the journey she and her family made from Mexico to Texas when she was in grade school felt like an even bigger leap.
Annual Thewlis Lecture addresses aging, creativity and neuroscience - The 2017 Malford Thewlis Lecture on Gerontology and Geriatrics at the University of Rhode Island will explore the surprising interconnections among aging, creative expression and brain science. Nina Kraus, professor of communication sciences, neurobiology and otolaryngology at Northwestern University, spoke on April 12 on “The Fine Art of Aging: Connecting Creativity and Neuroscience.”
Student Spotlight: Kinte Howie, ’19 - The first thing that might surprise you about Kinte Howie, a sophomore human development and family studies major, is that he speaks Japanese, which he began studying in high school in Providence. You might also be surprised to learn that he has abandoned long-held political aspirations to one day become an Episcopal priest.
Book by URI professor, staff member outlines approach to creating empowering spaces for women of color - A book co-authored by a University of Rhode Island professor and a staff member imparts effective methods for creating an empowering learning and teaching environment within higher education for women of color.- Free yoga class at URI April 22 open to children with disabilities, caregivers - Kelsey Lotti and Victoria Ramos, physical therapy doctoral students at the University of Rhode Island, have channeled their passion for working with children into a fun and healthy event for local families.
Student Spotlight: Jarolyn Fernandez, ’17 - Jarolyn Fernandez could not be more prepared for a career as a patient advocate. She graduates in May with a triple major in health studies, communication studies and Spanish. But it was her upbringing in Providence as the child of immigrants from the Dominican Republic that has driven her to help people navigate the health care system.
URI professor receives national award for research, scholarship - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education has named Annemarie Vaccaro recipient of the 2017 George D. Kuh Outstanding Contribution to Literature and/or Research Award.- URI receives more than $600,000 in grants from The Champlin Foundations - The Champlin Foundations, one of the oldest philanthropic organizations in Rhode Island, has awarded the University of Rhode Island five grants totaling $602,580. These funds support educational tools and technologies in communications, engineering, pharmacy and health sciences, significantly enhancing student engagement and bolstering a broad spectrum of programs at URI.
Technology-tutoring program erodes generation gap - The generation gap is shrinking one mouse click at a time, and the University of Rhode Island is helping to close it. In fall 2015 faculty from the Colleges of Health Sciences, Pharmacy and Arts and Sciences launched the URI Engaging Generations: Cyber-Seniors Program, an offshoot of an initiative started by teenage sisters in Canada in 2009 that has expanded […]
URI Big Thinker Maya Vadiveloo on Weight Discrimination - We all know that carrying extra pounds can be bad for your health. Now a URI professor has found that how society treats overweight people makes matters worse.
Both older adults, URI students learn from health screenings - An older man carefully walks a straight line marked on the carpet while students assess his gait. Down the hall, a woman rises from her wheelchair to demonstrate a new prosthesis. In a room nearby, students advise a woman on medication use.
Collaborate. Create. Compete. - “Brainstorming” is not a strong enough word to describe the intense activity that defined HealthHacks RI 2016, the health and wellness hack-a-thon held at the University of Rhode Island earlier this month. “Brain-typhooning” might be a better description, given the energy and creativity in evidence at URI’s Makerspace—a new resource of high-tech tools for collaborative thinking […]
URI professor studies role of dads in helping children with autism - Michelle Flippin, an assistant professor in the Department of Communicative Disorders, recently received a $10,000 grant from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation to examine how fathers care for children with autism spectrum disorder.
URI student creates group that helps others find their purpose - URI Psychology major Kyle Nacci's interests led him to found a campus group called Big Thinkers, which concentrates on helping students discover their purpose. The group evolved into Thrive Academy, and has now spread to eight other schools.
URI students team up to build customized toy cars for kids with disabilities - URI physical therapy and engineering students delivered early Christmas presents to children with limited mobility: motorized toy cars altered to fit their needs.
URI Big Thinker: Phillip Clark - Professor Phillip Clark has been touting an integrated approach to health care since the 1980s. It seems that now, everyone else is finally getting on board.
URI Big Story: Expand your world. - Kinesiology lecturer Karie Orendorff leads a summer program where students spend 10 days teaching math, reading, writing, and physical education to children, ages 3 to 12, in Tanzania’s Ekenywa Valley region.
URI Big Thinker: Lisa Weyandt - As many as 35 percent of college-age students who don’t have ADHD take stimulants and other ADHD medications, thinking it will improve their academic performance. It’s a dangerous practice that worries psychology professor Lisa Weyandt, author of three books on ADHD and recipient of several research awards.
URI Big Thinker: Leslie Mahler - Every week, about 20 people living with Parkinson’s disease spend an hour with Leslie Mahler, Associate Professor of Communicative Disorders, and her graduate students in a clinical support group aimed at helping the patients overcome the speech disorders that typically result from the disease. 
URI Big Thinker: Annemarie Vaccaro - There’s been an enormous climate change in recent years -- a shift in social climate affecting the lives and well being of all people, especially those who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender. This changing climate is the backdrop for Professor Annemarie Vaccaro’s work.
URI Big Thinker: Kathleen Melanson - News media around the world have really bitten into URI Professor Kathleen Melanson’s ideas about the connection between speed and obesity. The speed of eating that is.
URI Big Thinker: James Prochaska - When the history of modern psychology is written, James Prochaska‘s name will top the list of those who shaped how we think about change itself, especially how we change the unhealthy behaviors of large populations.
URI Big Thinker: Emily Clapham - Determined to stop the epidemic of childhood obesity, kinesiology professor Emily Clapham is leading a fitness transformation and taking the “new” physical education to the next generation of PE teachers.
URI Big Story: Empower. - Jennifer Audette, assistant professor of physical therapy, has created a program in Guatemala that helps children and teenagers with physical and cognitive challenges, and exposes her students to a different culture.
URI Big Thinker: Paula Kleniewski ’15 - Paula Kleniewski has been passionate about golf since she was seven years old. So when she became a doctor of physical therapy student at URI, she found a creative way to make her favorite sport part of her studies.
