{"id":8244,"date":"2025-10-15T16:48:23","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T20:48:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/?page_id=8244"},"modified":"2026-04-17T15:36:44","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T19:36:44","slug":"events","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/events\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Stories"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"fullwidth type-intro\">Stay connected and get involved with the many opportunities hosted by the Dean of Students Office throughout the year. From community gatherings to leadership experiences, there\u2019s always something happening to support your success and sense of connection at URI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"fullwidth type-intro\">Our staff collaborates on and participates in programs that celebrate community, foster belonging, and help students make the most of their URI experience. Through these moments \u2014 large and small \u2014 we create stories that reflect the spirit of our campus. Explore the highlights below to see how we\u2019re building a stronger, more connected URI community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Events<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"cl-date cl-date-grey  \" data-hash=\"2cb35474b95536504cb22b401dc628f2\"><form method=\"post\" action=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/plugins\/uri-component-library\/inc\/cl-ics.php\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"date_start\" value=\"20260427\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"summary\" value=\"12 PM ET\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"filename\" value=\"12-pm-et.ics\"><input type=\"submit\" value=\"Add to Calendar\"><\/form><div class=\"cl-date-download-dialogue\"><div>Add to calendar?<\/div><div><div class=\"cl-date-download-cancel\">Cancel<\/div><div class=\"cl-date-download-confirm\">Add<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-date-content-wrapper\" title=\"Add to my calendar\"><div class=\"cl-date-content\"><div class=\"cl-date-download-indicator\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-date-month\">April<\/div><div class=\"cl-date-day\">27<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-date-caption-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-date-caption\">12 PM ET<\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-date-download-notice\">Check your downloads folder for<\/br>12-pm-et.ics<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uri.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/news\/sites\/16\/2026\/04\/preferred-book.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:contain\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<ul class=\"display-posts-listing\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/www.uri.edu\/news\/2026\/04\/uri-team-publishes-new-book-centering-disability-voices\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/keaneyblue-slice.jpeg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>URI team publishes new book centering disability voices<\/h2><p>Annemarie Vaccaro and Adam Moore to present new book of disability life stories, first-person accounts of the everyday experiences of disabled people KINGSTON, R.I. \u2013 April 3, 2026 \u2013 Offering insight into the developmental trajectories of people with disabilities from childhood through adulthood, College of Education faculty&nbsp;Adam Moore&nbsp;and&nbsp;Annemarie Vaccaro&nbsp;will host a talk at the University &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"display-posts-listing\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/urinvolved.uri.edu\/event\/11758468\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/Theta-Chi.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Friends of Heather Lead: A Night of Hope and Healing<\/h2><p>\u201cFriends of Heather Lead: A Night of Hope and Healing\u201d is an opportunity for the campus community to share stories, reflect, and build resilience in memory of Heather, a beloved community member who died by suicide in 1996. Organized with deep care and support, this event underscores the commitment of the Office of Greek Life, &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/ul>\n\n\n<ul class=\"display-posts-listing\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/www.uri.edu\/news\/2025\/09\/silence-of-the-streets-documentaryto-makerhode-island-premiere-at-uri-nov-6\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/Silence-on-the-Streets.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>URI to Host Rhode Island Premiere of Silence on the Streets<\/h2><p>The University of Rhode Island\u2019s John Hazen White Sr. Center for Ethics and Public Service will host the Rhode Island premiere of the documentary Silence on the Streets on Thursday, Nov. 6, featuring a panel discussion on the opioid crisis in urban communities. The event brings together community leaders, public health experts, and higher education &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/family-weekend-2025-donuts-with-the-dean\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/familywknd.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Family Weekend 2025: Donuts with the Dean<\/h2><p>October 24 &#8211; 26, 2025 &#8211; Family Weekend \ud83c\udf69 About the Event \ud83c\udf69 Donuts with the Dean is a fun, informal opportunity to connect with Dean of Students staff during Family Weekend at URI. Stop by Family Fest Tailgate to grab a donut, say hello, and learn how the Dean of Students Office supports student &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/19V8fZ9QnN\/__;!!Jh1S!n-Vks3hQ1XNRhFU_MLgN1zHBHhmAR7IaVtPIthKsoEll71E57Ucnm3yMkG-4nT7JmGAKU3VTlE20T1J1vuHPAA$\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/spooky.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Not So Spooky Trick or Treat<\/h2><p>Event by URI Greek Life Sunday, October 19, 2025 2PM to 5 PM Fraternity Cir, Kingston, RI 02881, United States Enjoy a FREE afternoon of Halloween Family Fun hosted and sponsored by URI Greek Life on Fraternity Circle. Activities include Costume Contests, Pumpkin Painting, Dance Party, Free Face Painting and much more! Parking for this event &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/quad-fest-2025\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/keaneyblue-slice.jpeg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Quad Fest 2025<\/h2><p>Quad Fest is an annual welcome-back celebration at the University of Rhode Island, hosted by President Marc Parlange. In 2025, the event took place on Tuesday, September 30, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the URI Quadrangle. It featured a variety of activities designed to foster community spirit and provide students with valuable resources. &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"display-posts-listing\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/events\/housing-fairs\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/keaneyblue-slice.jpeg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Off Campus Housing Fair<\/h2><p>The University of Rhode Island\u2019s Off-Campus Housing Fair is an annual event hosted by URI Commuter Affairs, designed to help students explore housing options near campus for the upcoming academic year. Held in the Memorial Union Ballroom, the fair brings together local landlords, property managers, and community partners, offering students the opportunity to learn about &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/flourish-fest-2025\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/floURIsh-fest.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>FloURIsh Fest 2025<\/h2><p>FloURIsh Fest is an annual wellness festival hosted by Campus Recreation at the University of Rhode Island. Held each fall on the Quad, the event brings together over 40 campus departments, student organizations, and local businesses to promote holistic well-being across five key pillars: emotional, physical, intellectual, social, and financial wellness. What to Expect at &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/new-student-welcome-2025\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/URI-2025.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>New Student Welcome 2025 at URI<\/h2><p>Date &amp; Time: Tuesday, September 2, 2025 | 4:30 PM \u2013 6:30 PM EDTLocation: Barlow Circle, University of Rhode IslandHosted by: Rhode to Becoming a Ram (R2R) What Is New Student Welcome? The New Student Welcome is URI&#8217;s official kickoff event for incoming first-year students. It serves as a warm introduction to the URI community, &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/www.uri.edu\/news\/2025\/04\/registration-open-for-professional-development-programs-for-healthcare-and-public-service-workers\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/keaneyblue-slice.jpeg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Registration Open for Summer Professional Development Programs<\/h2><p>The University of Rhode Island\u2019s Rhode Island Nursing Education Center (RINEC) will host a series of free professional development trainings this summer for healthcare and public service professionals. Offered through URI\u2019s Office of Strategic Initiatives and funded by the Rhode Island Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner, the RINEC Summer Skills Series includes sessions on leadership, &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/www.uri.edu\/news\/2025\/08\/uri-set-to-host-a-two-day-conference-on-neurodiversity-with-world-renowned-author-and-autism-advocate-temple-grandin\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/keaneyblue-slice.jpeg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>URI to Host Regional Neurodiversity Conference Featuring Temple Grandin<\/h2><p>The University of Rhode Island will welcome world-renowned autism advocate and author Dr. Temple Grandin as keynote speaker for the Northeast Regional Higher Education Neurodiversity Coalition Conference, held Aug. 29\u201330 at the Fascitelli Center for Advanced Engineering. The two-day event will bring together educators, researchers, and advocates to explore neurodiversity in higher education and the &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kudos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"display-posts-listing\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/dai-staff-asst-dean-is-2026-inclusive-excellence-award-winner\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/cropped-uriel-xtgONQzGgOE-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>DAI staff &amp; Asst Dean is 2026 Inclusive Excellence Award winner<\/h2><p>Dr. Paige Ramsdell is a respected leader in disability and inclusion whose work has made the University of Rhode Island a more equitable and welcoming place for students to learn and thrive.&nbsp; As Director of the Disability Access and Inclusion office, she has championed disability as a vital dimension of diversity, led transformative policy advancements, &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"display-posts-listing\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/womens-history-month-jacqui-springer\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/cropped-uriel-xtgONQzGgOE-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Women\u2019s History Month: Jacqui Springer<\/h2><p>As part of Women\u2019s History Month, we are profiling remarkable women within the Division of Student Affairs who contribute immensely to the fabric of our campus community and inspire others to push for gender equality and progress at URI and beyond. KINGSTON, R.I. \u2013 March 29, 2026 \u2013 Jacqui Springer is a first-generation college student &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"display-posts-listing\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/cels\/news\/singing-for-a-cause\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/cropped-uriel-xtgONQzGgOE-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Rhody Outpost receives a $500 donation from URI Sea Shanty Social Club<\/h2><p>The University of Rhode Island\u2019s Sea Shanty Social Club (SSSC) recently turned song into support by donating $500 to Rhody Outpost, the University\u2019s basic needs pantry serving students experiencing food insecurity. Since its founding in 2020, the club has blended maritime tradition with community impact\u2014raising more than $7,700 for local and global causes through lively &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"display-posts-listing\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/genuine-genial-and-first-gen-fierce\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/cropped-uriel-xtgONQzGgOE-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Genuine, Genial and First-Gen Fierce<\/h2><p>Dr. Kristin Ridge, Associate Dean of Students, Community Standards, appeared on the October 16 edition of Ms. Behavior, a podcast focused on college student conduct. The episode, entitled \u201cGenuine, Genial and First-Gen Fierce,\u201d shared Kristin\u2019s insights and research findings related to the experiences of first-generation college students.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/www.insidehighered.com\/news\/student-success\/college-experience\/2025\/07\/09\/hidden-curriculum-student-conduct-proceedings\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/cropped-uriel-xtgONQzGgOE-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Panel presentation at NASPA\u2019s Student Success in Higher Education leads to spotlight in Inside Higher Education<\/h2><p>Research from a student conduct officer at the University of Rhode Island reveals opportunities to make conduct processes clearer to first-generation students. Dr. Kristin Ridge, associate dean of students and community standards at the University of Rhode Island, discussed her doctoral research on first-generation students and how they interact with the student handbook and conduct &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"display-posts-listing\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/uri-to-present-inclusive-excellence-awards\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/cropped-uriel-xtgONQzGgOE-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>DAI staff is 2025 Inclusive Excellence Awardee<\/h2><p>DAI staff is 2025 Inclusive Excellence Awardee Nina Schiarizzi-Tobin was named the 2025 Staff\/Administrative Excellence Awardee at the University of Rhode Island\u2019s Inclusive Excellence Awards, honoring members of the URI community who were nominated and selected for demonstrating and promoting inclusion in community leadership, academic excellence, and service at the University. Staff\/Administrative Excellence Award: Nina &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/www.uri.edu\/news\/2025\/03\/uri-official-earns-dissertation-of-the-year-award-from-student-conduct-administrators-association\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/cropped-uriel-xtgONQzGgOE-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>URI administrator earns dissertation of the year award<\/h2><p>Kristin Ridge, URI&#8217;s Associate Dean of Students, was recently recognized for her dissertation on the treatment of first-generation students in the student conduct system by the Association of Student Conduct Administration (ASCA).<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><h2 class=\"display-posts-title\">Our Stories<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"display-posts-listing\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/rhody-outpost-awarded-3000-swipe-grant-to-combat-food-insecurity\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/yellowgold-slice.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Rhody Outpost Awarded $3,000 Swipe Grant to Combat Food Insecurity<\/h2><p>The Rhody Outpost has been selected to receive a $3,000 Swipe Grant from Swipe Out Hunger this fall! This national program supports campus-based initiatives that address student hunger and promote equitable access to basic needs. Special thanks to Jenn Brackett and the URI Foundation &amp; Alumni Engagement team for their leadership in coordinating the grant &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/rams-together-for-recovery-wellness\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/yellowgold-slice.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Rams Together for Recovery &amp; Wellness<\/h2><p>The university\u2019s first collegiate recovery program, \u201cRams Together for Recovery &amp; Wellness,\u201d officially launched in September thanks to a strong, collaborative effort from our Health Services and Counseling departments. This is a peer-based support program free to all students that provides a safe, inclusive community for those in, seeking recovery from, or reconsidering substance use.&nbsp;&nbsp; &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/student-affairs\/first-generation-students\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/yellowgold-slice.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Rhody F1rst &#8211; First-Generation Students<\/h2><p>The University of Rhode Island\u2019s \u201cRhody F1rst\u201d initiative celebrates and supports first-generation college students through their academic journey\u2014from enrollment to graduation and beyond. The program, housed in the Division of Student Affairs, offers dedicated resources such as peer mentors, financial-aid workshops, career planning, and a network of faculty and staff (many of whom are themselves &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/student-support\/mental-health-initiative-at-university-of-rhode-island-about-keeping-each-other-well\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/yellowgold-slice.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Mental Health First Aid Trainings<\/h2><p>URI is the first university in the state to adopt Mental Health First Aid training, an eight-hour program that teaches people of all ages and walks of life to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/mhfa\/trainings\/<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/www.uri.edu\/news\/2025\/10\/announcing-the-accessibility-task-force\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/deanofstudents\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1484\/yellowgold-slice.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>URI Announces Accessibility Task Force to Advance Inclusion and Access<\/h2><p>The University of Rhode Island has launched a new Accessibility Task Force to strengthen campus-wide coordination of disability access and inclusion initiatives in alignment with the Focus URI Strategic Plan. Co-sponsored by University leaders in Administration and Finance, Student Affairs, and Community, Equity, and Diversity, the task force brings together representatives from across the institution &#091;&hellip;&#093;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">More Info<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Stay connected and get involved with the many opportunities hosted by the Dean of Students Office throughout the year. From community gatherings to leadership experiences, there\u2019s always something happening to support your success and sense of connection at URI. 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