I am from Cranston, RI. I began and ended my academic career at URI as a Public Health major with a specialization in health promotion. Being born and raised in Rhode Island, I was hesitant to attend URI as I expected I would know everyone and all of the possible opportunities. I was surprised, however, […]

I’m from Atlanta, GA, and I majored in Public Health at URI with a specialization in Health Services. What surprised me most about URI is how much I was able to interact with all the students even though it’s such a large school. It felt smaller than it is, and it was fun to be […]

I majored in Public Health at the University of Rhode Island, where I discovered that there are a lot of hidden gems on campus if you can find the right connections and surround yourself with the right people, which genuinely surprised me. One of the most transformative experiences during my time at URI was the […]

I’m from Westerly, RI, and I transferred to URI as a Public Health major with a specialization in health services two years ago. I missed being close to home with the ocean and support of my family, and returning to the beautiful state that I grew up in was one of the best decisions I […]

There is broad opportunity in pursuing a career in health studies. URI does a great job offering specializations that touch on many aspects of public health, along with study abroad opportunities, extracurriculars, and special events.

In my opinion, the greatest strength of this major is its versatility. You may start on the same path as your classmates and end up heading in completely different directions. There is no “right choice” – it’s all right.

The biggest takeaway from my experience at URI is the sense of community. As a Block Island resident, my biggest fear was not being able to fit in.

The supportive and wonderful staff in the major have made it an exceptional program. From the professors to the academic advisors to the teaching assistants, I have always felt able to reach out for guidance and advice.

I came to URI to begin creating a legacy for myself and the family I’ll create one day. I believe the path to success begins with educating oneself.

I chose URI because I fell in love with the environment and quad when touring. I loved how close the beach was, and the idea of living in a beach house was so exciting.