{"id":89590,"date":"2026-09-02T09:31:53","date_gmt":"2026-09-02T13:31:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/engineering\/?page_id=89590"},"modified":"2026-09-02T12:42:06","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T16:42:06","slug":"open-house","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/engineering\/open-house\/","title":{"rendered":"Open House"},"content":{"rendered":"

Engineering Open House<\/h1>

Imagine Your Future in Engineering.
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Curious about what it\u2019s really like to study engineering at URI? <\/strong>The College of Engineering Open House is your chance to explore our vibrant community, tour our state-of-the-art facilities, and learn how we support students from day one through graduation. You\u2019ll meet current students and faculty, discover our programs and hands-on opportunities, and get answers to your questions about academics, student life, and preparing for your future career. Whether you\u2019re just beginning your college search or ready to apply, we\u2019re excited to welcome you and show you what it means to be a Rhody Engineer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open House Details<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n

Register for Bay Campus Tour<\/h1>\n\n

Register for the Ocean Engineering Narragansett Bay Campus Tour from 2-3 p.m. here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

Sunday, October 4, 2026
Saturday, November 14, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location:<\/strong> Fascitelli Center for Advanced Engineering, Kingston Campus
Shuttle to Bus Stop #6 <\/strong>for a full-slate of activities at the College of Engineering.

Schedule:<\/strong>
Dean\u2019s Welcome | 11 a.m. and Noon | FCAE 010\/025. <\/strong>Join Dean Anthony Marchese for an introduction to the College of Engineering. Learn about our mission, academic programs, and the opportunities available to you as a future Rhody Engineer. This is your chance to hear from the dean and ask questions about your path ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Academic Program Showcase, FCAE Toray Commons <\/strong>Explore Your Path! Meet our faculty and learn about our world-renowned International Engineering Program<\/a> (IEP), academic degree programs \u2013 Biomedical<\/a>, Chemical<\/a>, Civil<\/a>, Computer<\/a>, Electrical<\/a>, Environmental<\/a>, Industrial and Systems<\/a>, Mechanical<\/a>, and Ocean <\/a>Engineering.  Don\u2019t forget to ask us about our minors in AI\/Machine Learning, Aerospace Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Engineering Entrepreneurship, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tour of the Engineering Complex, departing from Toray Commons in groups of 15 to 20<\/strong>. Discover our Engineering Spaces! Explore key facilities that support hands-on learning and innovation. The tour includes the new Ideation and Innovation Studio<\/a>, employer engagement<\/a> room, capstone design<\/a> studios, machine shop, academic labs, and active learning classrooms. Tours depart from near the Welcome Table in the main lobby. Allow 30 minutes.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Student Organization Showcase, FCAE Lower Level Get Involved!<\/strong> The College of Engineering is home to over 25 student organizations<\/a> spanning a wide range of engineering disciplines and interests. From professional societies and competition teams to community service, these groups offer opportunities to apply classroom knowledge, develop leadership skills, and build connections with peers and industry professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Drive to the Narragansett Bay Campus for a tour of the Ocean Engineering Program.<\/strong> Please allow 20-30 minutes to drive to the Ocean Science & Exploration Center, Room 202 (215 South Ferry Road, Narragansett, RI 02882) for a guided tour and lab demonstration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directions: <\/strong>
From Upper College Road on the URI Kingston Campus, make a left at the traffic light on to Route 138E (Kingstown Road).  Continue to Route 1 and cross the junction (major intersection of Route 138E and Route 1) onto Bridgetown Rd. Continue on Bridgetown Rd. to South Ferry Rd.  Turn right on to Pier Road. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interactive Map<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2:00-3:00 p.m. Explore the Ocean Engineering Program<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Explore the Ocean Engineering<\/a> program on the Narragansett Bay Campus. At URI, ocean engineering students get their feet wet early through hands-on field experiences and opportunities to work directly with faculty on cutting-edge research. As a leader in ocean instrumentation, robotics, underwater acoustics, marine hydrodynamics, coastal and offshore structures, offshore power generation, and more, the URI Ocean Engineering program prepares students for dynamic careers and meaningful contributions to the health of our planet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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