State of the University

State of the University Address

University of Rhode Island President Marc Parlange will deliver his annual State of the University Address on Friday, September 19, at 4 p.m. in Edwards Hall on the Kingston Campus.

For those unable to attend in person, a livestream of the event will be available here.

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For more than 130 years, the University of Rhode Island has been dedicated to serving the people and communities of Rhode Island as the state’s flagship public research university. Today, we are continuing that tradition, attracting faculty, staff and students from around the globe who are making a difference in Rhode Island and in our world.
President Marc Parlange

Past Events

President Marc Parlange delivering his State of the University Address; behind him, a large screen touts the Wall Street Journal's ranking URI the number one public university in New England.

September 2024

Watch the State of the University from September 2024, which underscored notable achievements from the past year including the University’s ranking as the #1 public university in New England.

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The stage at the State of the University event, with President Marc Parlange at the podium. A photo of the women's basketball team cheering is projected on a large screen in the background.

October 2023

Watch the State of the University from October 2023, which highlighted increased investment by elected leaders, and statewide and global impact by URI community members. See photos of the event and more.

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President Marc Parlange answers a question posed by Laurie White.

February 2023

Watch the State of the University when the strategic plan was unveiled, and see photos of the event. Includes a moderated discussion with President Marc Parlange and Provost Barbara Wolfe following the address.

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