Find the Right Help

Whether you’re facing a challenge or just unsure where to go, the Dean of Students Office is your starting point for support, referrals, and guidance.

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The Dean of Students Office, in partnership with other groups in the University, provides resources to help students do their best work through a variety of support services.

Scenario Resource Description
💬 I need an accommodation letter. Disability, Access, and Inclusion (DAI) Staff can guide you in requesting or implementing appropriate accommodations.
🆘 I need help after a crisis or incident. Student Support and Advocacy Offers support, referrals, and follow-up after a personal or campus-related crisis.
📩 I got a letter about a conduct issue. Community Standards Helps you understand the steps of the student conduct process, your rights, and how to respond to conduct communications.
👥 I’m worried about a friend. Report It Submit a confidential concern to connect someone with support and resources.
🍎 I need help with food access or other basic needs. Rhody Outpost /
Student First Fund		 Provides access to food, supplies, or emergency financial assistance in qualified urgent, unexpected instances.
💔 I need support for bereavement or loss. Student Support and Advocacy Notify URI of a tragic loss and provide students the time to attend upcoming bereavement services.

RE: Emergency Absence Notifications

The Dean of Students Office (including Student Support and Advocacy Services and Disability, Access & Inclusion) reminds our community that we do not provide emergency absence notifications when:

* The emergency or absence is fewer than three days,
* The student can communicate directly with faculty, or
* The student can access proof of absence or a medical appointment through their online portal.

Students are encouraged to contact their instructors directly whenever possible.

For more information, please review University Manual 8.51.15 and the Emergency Academic Support Guidelines.

More Options..

Requesting the Dean’s Signature, Excused Absences or a Meeting

Need a signature? Use our quick guide to see how to obtain what you need.

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Questions about the Dean’s List

View the most recent Dean’s List or view requirements via Enrollment Services.

dean’s list

Hazing and Harassment

Hazing is any activity required for joining or affiliating with an organization—regardless of willingness—that causes physical or mental discomfort, embarrassment, or harm.

hazing policy

Bias and Discrimination

If you experience or witness a bias incident, based on race, color, creed, nationality, sexual orientation, gender, physical or mental disability, political or religious ideology, age, or any other distinguishing characteristic, let us know.

Submit a Report

College Reports / Background Checks

Need to send a conduct or disciplinary history.

make a request

Alcohol and Other Drugs

Need support with substance use or wellness choices?

AOD Education

Need help navigating?

Not sure which resource fits your situation? Email us at deanofstudents@uri.edu, and we’ll connect you to the right place.