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Cybersecurity Awareness: Passwords and Password Managers
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Week 2 Oct. 10, 2023 Welcome to week two of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. This week we will focus on passwords and password managers. Nowadays, people typically have more than 100 online accounts. For these accounts, passwords are the first line of defense against cybercriminals and data breaches. Unfortunately, most people 鈥 about […]

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October 6, 2023
National Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 8-14
Oct. 5, 2023 In a fire, mere seconds can mean the difference between a safe escape and a tragedy. Fire safety education isn鈥檛 just for school children. Teenagers, adults, and the elderly are also at risk in fires, making it important for every member of the community to take some time every October during Fire […]
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October 5, 2023
Campus accessibility
Oct. 3, 2023 The AV福利社 is committed to increasing inclusion and eliminating barriers to participation in the University鈥檚 programs and services, as well as ensuring employees with qualified disabilities can perform their essential job functions. The University offers a place to report physical accessibility issues on campus, whether experienced or seen. By […]
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October 3, 2023
Join us as we put the spotlight on Gen Ed pedagogy
Oct. 3, 2023 Dear AV福利社 faculty, The University鈥檚 Office of Innovation in General Education is hosting a panel discussion on Wednesday, Oct. 11, on creative and engaging pedagogical practices utilized by AV福利社 faculty. The panel runs from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Anchor Room of the Higgins Welcome Center. Leading the discussion will be […]

Scams targeting AV福利社 community
Sept. 29, 2023 FRAUDULENT 鈥淥PEN ALCOHOL CONTAINER鈥 EXTORTION CALLS The AV福利社 Police Department is investigating a recent uptick in 鈥淥pen Container Violation鈥 extortion calls. There have been numerous incidents where a family member or friend has received a call from a Rhode Island phone number stating that a loved one had been arrested on 鈥渙pen […]
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September 29, 2023
Cybersecurity Awareness: Recognizing and Reporting Phishing
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Week 1 Oct. 2, 2023 Welcome to week one of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. This week, we will be focusing on recognizing and reporting phishing. Phishing is a social engineering technique where hackers use fake emails to lure you into handing over your personal information or installing malware on your device. Phishing is […]

Resources and information regarding a potential federal government shutdown
Sept. 29, 2023 Dear AV福利社 faculty, staff, and students: The AV福利社 is carefully monitoring the likelihood of a federal government shutdown and its potential impact on campus and research activities. The University receives significant federal funds for research, land- and-sea grant programs, and student financial aid. A short-term government shutdown will have […]
Important Student Parking Information
Sept. 28, 2023 Dear Students, With the fall semester well underway, we wanted to share a few important reminders and resources regarding parking on or near campus. Please note that parking at the Kingston train station is not permitted for any purpose other than train or bike-path travel. A valid parking permit is required to […]
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September 28, 2023
University鈥檚 annual crime, fire safety report available October 1
Sept. 28, 2023 The AV福利社 Annual Security, Crime Statistics and Fire Safety Report鈥攌nown as the Clery Report鈥攚ill be available to all members of the community on Sunday, Oct. 1. The report contains useful information about how the University works in partnership to educate all members of the community to be safe in […]
Parking restrictions for Family Weekend
Sept. 25, 2023 With Family Weekend this Friday, Sept. 29, and Saturday, Sept. 30, some parking changes are necessary to accommodate guests for weekend events. All changes concern Plains Road Lot 25. There will be no parking in the southeast corner of Lot 25 from 10 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28, through 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 30. […]
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September 25, 2023
AV福利社 Off-Campus and Commuter Housing Fair
Sept. 25, 2023 With the return of students to campus this fall comes the start of the new leasing season for next year. On Thursday, Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Memorial Union Ballroom, the Dean of Students Office and its Office of Commuter Affairs is hosting and Off-Campus and Commuter […]
ROTC training scheduled Sept. 27
Sept. 25, 2023 On聽Wednesday, Sept. 27, AV福利社 Army Reserve Officers鈥 Training Corps (ROTC) cadets will conduct training in the North Woods area of the聽Kingston Campus. This includes the area of the recreational field north of the Flagg Road parking lot, Lot 20. The training will begin around 2 p.m. and continue until 5 p.m. Training […]
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
It’s easy to stay safe online! Sept. 25, 2023 The AV福利社 in conjunction with a national campaign is once again marking October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month. This is your chance to sharpen your cybersecurity skills, learn ways to avoid security threats and take steps to reduce your cybersecurity risk! AV福利社鈥檚 Information Technology […]

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September 22, 2023
University mourns loss of Professor Elizabeth 鈥淏illie鈥 Connors
Sept. 22, 2023 The AV福利社 is saddened to learn of the Aug. 31 passing of Elizabeth 鈥淏illie鈥 Connors. Professor Connors began her time at the University as director of the AV福利社 Speech and Hearing Center in 1986, was named a clinical assistant professor in 1998, and retired from both roles in 2022. […]
Need funding for your independent project?
Sept. 15, 2023 Undergraduate research and creative innovations are happening all over AV福利社. The Office of Undergraduate Research and Innovation at AV福利社 provides grant support to students for their undergraduate research, creative and artistic projects. Apply now through Oct. 23 for funds to participate in original research or creative or artistic projects of your own […]

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September 15, 2023
New Academic Affairs AI Task Force
Sept. 14, 2023 Dear AV福利社 Faculty and Staff Members, Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a rapidly evolving technology, with emerging and cascading impacts on every sector, including higher education. The AV福利社 supports responsible use and experimentation with AI tools, but acknowledges the myriad of considerations ranging from security and data privacy, to […]
September 14, 2023
Flu clinics open to the AV福利社 community
Sept. 13, 2023 The University will be hosting a series of flu clinics for the AV福利社 community beginning Wednesday, Sept. 27, and running throughout the fall. Flu shots are free; however, advance registration is required. Once registered, students and/or employees should bring their health insurance ID card to their appointment. Please see the directions below […]
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September 13, 2023
Storm Advisory
HURRICANE LEE — Update 1 Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023; 4 p.m. The AV福利社 is closely monitoring Hurricane Lee, which currently is located approximately 1,000 miles south of Rhode Island. Keeping the University community safe and informed are top priorities as we continue to track the progress of this storm. At this time, […]
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September 12, 2023
Honorary degree nominations due Oct. 1
Sept. 12, 2023 Each year, the Honorary Degree Committee seeks names of individuals who have distinguished themselves through important contributions to the University, the state of Rhode Island, or the nation鈥攊ndividuals who deserve to be honored by the University and who will bring honor to the University by accepting a AV福利社 honory degree. You are […]
ROTC training scheduled Sept. 13
Sept. 11, 2023 On聽Wednesday, Sept. 13, AV福利社 Army Reserve Officers鈥 Training Corps (ROTC) cadets will conduct training in the North Woods area of the Kingston Campus. This includes the area of the recreational field north of the Flagg Road parking lot, Lot 20. The training will begin around 2 p.m. and continue until 5 p.m. […]
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September 11, 2023
Division of Research and Economic Development update regarding upgrade to InfoEd Grants Management System
System will be inaccessible from Sept. 8 at 6 p.m. through Sept. 10 at 11 p.m. EST Sept. 7, 2023 The InfoEd Grants Management System will be inaccessible from Friday, Sept. 8, at 6 p.m. to Sunday, Sept. 10, at 11 p.m. This will impact proposal submissions during this downtime. InfoEd will perform a pre-planned […]
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September 7, 2023
Welcome new and returning commuter students!
Sept. 5, 2023 Transportation and Parking (TAP) would like to welcome returning and new commuter students coming to campus. The fall 2023 semester enforcement officially begins Tuesday, Sept 5. Each semester brings changes when it comes to campus parking. TAP has been hard at work implementing new programs and upgrades to make parking as smooth […]
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September 5, 2023
Therapeutic Horticulture Group
Sept. 5, 2023 Over the course of five weeks during the fall semester, the AV福利社 Counseling Center together with the AV福利社 College of Pharmacy will host a new group on campus devoted to therapeutic horticulture. Join us as we explore the healing power of nature through mindfulness activities, gardening, and the creation of a healing […]
Water quality information
Sept. 5, 2023 Important information about your drinking water In June 2022, the State of Rhode Island approved legislation setting a new interim drinking water standard related to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Rhode Island is among the first states in the nation to implement a PFAS standard. Historically, PFAS levels in well water at […]