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Local Community
There are plenty of resources outside of the University that provide Rhode Island with security, comfort, and connection. Explore what there is to offer all over the state.
ResourcesFind your faith community
The URI Chaplains Association is a body of religious professionals who work together to foster dialogue, understanding and respect among people of different faiths and traditions. Each of these groups welcomes visitors and encourages URI students to explore and learn about religious diversity.
URI ChaplainsWe have a club for that.
There are more than 150 student clubs and organizations at URI dedicated to everything from alpine racing and anime to sustainability and slam poetry. Joining a club is a great way to feel connected while exploring your interests.
student groupsBuild your network
Faculty Staff Association of the African Diaspora (FSAAD):
Christopher Hunter – cdhunter@uri.edu
Native American Advisory Council (NAAC):
Loren Spears – lorenspears@tomaquagmuseum.org
Bill Ohley – ohley@uri.edu
Wanda Hopkins – hopkins3@uri.edu