{"id":12435,"date":"2026-04-03T15:25:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T19:25:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/success\/?page_id=12435"},"modified":"2026-04-13T13:29:08","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T17:29:08","slug":"sense-of-belonging","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/success\/rasc\/sense-of-belonging\/","title":{"rendered":"Sense of Belonging"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Feeling connected to campus is a key part of thriving at URI. Students who develop a sense of belonging are more likely to persist, build supportive relationships, and access helpful opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Challenges Students Experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Feeling unsure about where to meet people<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not knowing how to get involved<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feeling disconnected from professors or peers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feeling overwhelmed by the transition to college<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Tips You Can Try Today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Attend one campus event<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Introduce yourself to a classmate or teaching assistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join a campus club, organization, or interest group<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit office hours to build a connection with a professor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review the faculty, staff, and services in your Starfish network<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">URI Resources That Can Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/studentinvolvement\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Office of Student Involvement<\/h2><p>Supports students in discovering and engaging in campus events, clubs, and leadership opportunities that build community.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Join Student Organizations<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/mcc\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Multicultural Student Services Center<\/h2><p>Provides inclusive spaces, programs, and events that foster belonging and cultural connection.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">find your community<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/counseling\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Counseling Center<\/h2><p>Helps students build skills and provides support as they navigate relationships, stress, and everyday life.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Access Counseling Services<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/housing\/living-and-learning-communities\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Living and Learning Communities<\/h2><p>Offers residential and academic experiences that connect students with peers around shared interests<br>or goals.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">join Living Communities<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/campusrec\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Campus Recreation<\/h2><p>Creates opportunities for connection through group fitness, intramurals, and recreational activities.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Participate in Rec Programs<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to Ask For Extra Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You feel disconnected or isolated<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are unsure where to find community<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You feel overwhelmed and do not know your next step<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who to Contact For One-On-One Support<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/advising\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/advising\/\">Academic Advisor<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/academic-coaching\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/academic-coaching\/\">Academic Coach<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/counseling\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/counseling\/\">Counseling Center<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A faculty or staff member you 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Students who develop a sense of belonging are more likely to persist, build supportive relationships, and access helpful opportunities. 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