State of the University

Join us here for a livestream of the next State of the University address on September 25, 2024 at 3:30 p.m.

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

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: ‘Our time is now’

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: Introducing ‘Focus URI’

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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