2025-26 Executive Committee

Select the appropriate tab to find your PSA representatives by building or division. While we organize by building assignments for convenience, you may reach out to any representative or officer for support.

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We’re here to help with questions about the contract, workplace matters, union membership, or any PSA-related concern.

when to contact your area representative

Meet your executive committee

If you’re still unsure who to contact or your area isn’t listed, please reach out to:
John Rooney, PSA President – rooney@uri.edu
Denise Gorenski, PSA VP – deniseg@uri.edu
URI Professional Staff Email– uripsa@uri.edu

PSA Officers & NEARI

Position	Name	Buildings	Reason to Contact
President	John Rooney	ALL + NOTARY PUBLIC	Anything. General questions, Concerns, PSA contract questions, Supports Entire Executive Committee, Signatory for Organization
Vice President	Denise Gorenski	ALL + NOTARY PUBLIC	Contract questions, member education, Co-Chair of the Grievance Committee
Treasurer	Lisa Cragan	All	Financial, scholarship, or membership questions.
Secretary	Nina Schiarizzi-Tobin	All	Membership, sick bank, bylaws, newsletter, governance documents, or URIPSA scholarship questions
Officer at Large	Lynne Finnegan	All	General questions, joining the union, completing membership forms, member events
NEARI UNISERV Rep	Peter Gingras	All	Any but should work with area representatives and/or officers first.

SEE WEBSITE & URI DIRECTORY FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

PSA Area Representatives

Responsible for outreach and general support for individual members. Please contact for general union inquiries, questions, and sharing ideas for the strategic direction of our organization.

Area Code & Name	Area Rep(s)	Buildings	Focus
K1: Academic Core – STEM & Sciences	SAMANTHA SANTOS & LISA CHEN	CBLS, Beaupre, Pastore, Avedisian, White, Quinn, Ranger, Coastal Institute	Core scientific and research facilities supporting STEM disciplines—housing the Colleges of Pharmacy, Engineering, and Arts & Sciences.
K2: Academic Core – Humanities, Business & Education	JEAN NSABUMUREMYI & LYNNE FINNEGAN & JOHN ROONEY	Chafee, Ballentine, Bliss, Lippitt, Edwards, Fine Arts, Swan, Morrill	Academic buildings for business, social sciences, humanities, arts, and education. Used for general instruction, faculty offices, and college administration.
K3: Advising, Orientation & Academic Success	CAROLINE PHILLIPS & DENISE GORENSKI	Roosevelt Hall, Christopher House, Newman Hall, Higgins Welcome Center	Central offices for advising, admission, orientation, transfer support, and academic success. Home to the Fannon Institute for Student Success
K4: Student Life, Engagement & Recreation	STEPHEN SIMO & NINA SCHIARIZZI-TOBIN	Memorial Union, Hope Commons, Carothers Library, Hillside (HRL), Mackal, Keaney, Ryan Center, Tootell, Fascitelli Fitness, Boss Arena	Student-centered facilities focused on housing, dining, recreation, athletics, and community engagement activities
K5: Health, Wellness & Inclusion	SARA ANDREOZZI & ANGELA HARVEY	Potter, Taft, Independence Square, Counseling Center, Child Development Center, Multicultural Center, Gender & Sexuality Center, International Center	Offices and centers providing health, counseling, childcare, international services, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programming
K6: Administrative & Institutional Support	MONIQUE SYLVA BOUTHISANH & SCHANE TALLARDY	Green Hall, Carlotti Hall, Alumni Center, Tyler, Surge, President’s Office, Provost’s Office, Public Safety Complex	Central administrative offices managing university operations, HR, finance, enrollment, research, and executive leadership
K7: Facilities, Infrastructure & Services	MARY-STARR CARPENTER & LISA CRAGAN	Facilities Complex, Sherman, Flagg, Power Plant, Liberty Lane, Printing & Mailing Services, Parking & Transportation, Warehouse, East Farm, Peckham Farm	Buildings supporting maintenance, utilities, mail, and logistical operations. These ensure daily operational continuity and campus safety. Responsible for fams
B1-B3: Bay Campus, Providence & Affiliated Locations	ROGER PAT KELLY & MAUREEN KENNELLY & ERRAN SOUSA	Bay Campus, Feinstein Providence Campus, Alton Jones Campus, Narragansett Bay Campus	URI’s marine, agricultural, and outreach centers across the state—supporting environmental research, public engagement, and academic extension programs

SEE WEBSITE & URI DIRECTORY FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
Please excuse accidental omissions. Building Not Listed? No Problem. Please contact J.Rooney