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University policy on Language Access
February 7, 2024 Effective Jan. 22, 2024, the University has instituted a new Language Access Plan, in support of the Policy on Language Access, which may be found by accessing the Administrative Policies webpage. AV福利社鈥檚 policy on Language Access promotes meaningful access and equal opportunity for Hearing/Speech Impaired and Limited English Proficient individuals participating in […]
February 7, 2024
University introduces new Public Safety Advisory Committee
Feb. 6, 2024 Dear AV福利社 Community Members, I am pleased to share that the AV福利社 is introducing a new Public Safety Advisory Committee designed to encourage community participation in matters related to public safety across our campuses. We are fortunate to have a public safety department that engages broadly with our community […]
February 6, 2024
Commuter lot off Route 138 to be closed starting Feb. 2
Feb. 2, 2024 The commuter parking lot that serves 3045 Kingstown Road, at the corner of Route 138 and West Independence Way, will be closed starting today, Feb. 2. The lot will be closed through Feb. 29, and is scheduled to reopen March 1. Alternative commuter parking is available nearby in Lot 26 (Keaney), Lot […]
February 2, 2024
Call for proposals: International Graduate Student Showcase
Jan. 29, 2024 The AV福利社 is pleased to announce the Second Annual International Graduate Student Showcase poster session, Wednesday, May 1, at the Center for Biotechnology and Life Sciences. The showcase aims to highlight the exceptional quality and diverse contributions of international graduate students at AV福利社.聽 All international graduate students at AV福利社, […]
January 29, 2024
Gratitude and hope for the coming year
January 26, 2024 To Our AV福利社 Community, As we look to the start of a new semester, I want to take a moment to share my gratitude and my hope for our community in the coming year. Reflection and Appreciation Over the past several months, as we have witnessed the unsettling challenges and the unimaginable […]
January 26, 2024
University mourns passing of librarian Mary Anne Sumner
Jan. 25, 2024 The University mourns the loss of long-time librarian Mary Anne Sumner, who died Jan. 10 at the age of 69. Mary Anne worked for University Libraries for nearly 40 years, from October 1982 to February 2021, with a four-year lapse to raise her family. Mary Anne is remembered fondly by library staff […]
January 25, 2024
AV福利社 and the United Way team up to make a difference
Jan. 25, 2024 The AV福利社’s Office of Civic Engagement and Action is proud to collaborate with the United Way of Rhode Island鈥檚 Volunteer Resource Center to help students, faculty and university staff connect with community organizations, and make a positive impact throughout Rhode Island. The United Way of Rhode Island Volunteer Center is […]
Important parking information for commuting students
Jan. 23, 2024 With the spring 2024 semester underway, Transportation and Parking (TAP) would like to welcome returning and new commuter students who are coming to campus. Each semester brings new changes when it comes to campus parking. TAP has been hard at work implementing new programs and upgrades to make parking as smooth as […]
January 23, 2024
Check e-campus for classroom changes
January 18, 2024 As we begin a new semester, faculty, staff and students are reminded to please check their schedules in e-Campus for any possible classroom changes.
January 18, 2024
New student handbook coming Jan. 22
Jan. 18, 2024 The Dean of Students Office will publish the new AV福利社 Student Handbook on Jan. 22. The AV福利社 Student Handbook is reviewed and updated every two years by the Student鈥檚 Rights and Responsibilities Committee. The new version brings the handbook into alignment with new University policies and the University Manual. […]
2024 Excellence Awards: Call for Nominations
Jan. 10, 2024 Nominations are open for the聽2024 AV福利社 Foundation & Alumni Engagement Excellence Awards. If you know a staff or faculty member who demonstrates an outstanding commitment to the University and whose work exemplifies creativity, excellence, and collaboration, we would like to hear from you. Each year, four individuals are selected for administrative, scholarly, […]
January 10, 2024
Peace and Human Rights Awards nominations open
Jan. 10, 2024 The AV福利社 Center for Nonviolence and Peace Studies and AV福利社 Chaplains Association invite AV福利社 students, faculty, and staff to nominate an exceptional student (undergraduate or graduate) and/or a AV福利社 faculty or staff member who has made significant contributions to nonviolence, peace, or human rights through their research, teaching, outreach, or services.聽 Any […]
AV福利社 mourns passing of Professor Emeritus Norman Coates
Dec. 26, 2023 The University mourns the loss of Norman Coates, professor emeritus of management, who died Dec. 17 at the age of 92. Born March 25, 1931, in Haifa, British Mandate of Palestine, where his father worked for the British government, Norman received his early education in boarding school in Dublin, Ireland. He attended […]
December 26, 2023
Announcing the Appointment of an Interim CIO
December 19, 2023 Dear AV福利社 Community, We are writing to share that the University is making a leadership change in our information technology services division. Gabriele Fariello, an experienced IT leader who has held previous chief information officer (CIO) roles in education, will serve as interim CIO beginning Jan. 8, 2024. Gabriele currently serves as […]
December 19, 2023
AV福利社, South Kingstown police to conduct training on second floor of Swan Hall
Dec. 18, 2023 On Dec. 22, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., AV福利社 and South Kingstown police will conduct in-service taser training in Swan Hall. The training will take place in a room on the second floor of Swan Hall and there will be an increase in police presence for the training in the building.聽 […]
December 18, 2023
New University policy on Language Access and renewed policy on Adverse Weather and Other Emergencies
December 8, 2023 Effective December 7, 2023, the University has instituted a new policy on Language Access and approved updates to the University policy on Adverse Weather and Other Emergencies. Both of these policies can be found at the University鈥檚 Administrative Policies webpage. Language Access The policy on Language Access promotes meaningful access and equal […]
December 8, 2023
Important information on AV福利社鈥檚 Community First Responder Program
December 6, 2023 Dear AV福利社 Community, At the AV福利社, Health Services strives to help students make informed, healthy decisions. We also strive to protect the community and make sure students are aware of the life-saving resources that are available to prevent and reverse potential overdose deaths. To continue to keep our community […]
December 6, 2023
University mourns loss of Professor Emerita Donna Gilton
Dec. 5, 2023 The University is saddened to learn of the passing of Donna Gilton, professor emerita of library and information studies. A resident of Wakefield, Donna, 73,聽 died Tuesday, Nov. 28. Born July 9, 1950, in Lynn, Massachusetts, she was the only daughter of the Rev. Charles W. Gilton Sr. and Hattie (Franklin) Gilton. […]
December 5, 2023
Administrative policies available for community comment
Dec. 4, 2023 The University’s Administrative Policy Committee is launching a new component to the review process for administrative policies at the University by seeking community feedback on pending administrative policies through the University’s new policies webpage. The draft policy on Employee Recruitment, Selection, and Hiring, a new policy that combines existing guidance on employee […]
December 4, 2023
Presentations by finalists for position of director of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at AV福利社 Libraries
Dec. 1, 2023 Members of the campus community are invited to attend presentations by finalists for the position of director of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at AV福利社 Libraries. This position will oversee, develop, and expand the University鈥檚 student entrepreneurship and innovation initiatives through multidisciplinary collaboration with faculty, business leaders, and the Office of Research and Economic […]
December 1, 2023
University to conduct test of its emergency notification systems Dec. 4
Nov. 29, 2023 The University will conduct a test of its emergency notification systems, including RAVE Emergency Alert and blue light phones, on Monday, Dec. 4, at 8 a.m. Registered campus community members will receive notifications through AV福利社’s official Emergency Alert system. You are automatically registered for this service as a AV福利社 community member, but […]
November 29, 2023
Parking restrictions for Ram Lot for Nov. 22
Nov. 21, 2023 Due to a men’s basketball game Wednesday, Nov. 22, all vehicles parked in the Ram Lot on the north side of the Ryan Center need to be removed from the lot by 8 a.m. Wednesday. All cars remaining in Ram Lot will risk being ticketed and towed. Thank you
November 20, 2023
Kingston Campus water main flushing Nov. 24-26
Nov 20, 2023 The University’s Office of Utilities will flush the water mains on the Kingston Campus beginning Friday, Nov. 24鈥攃ontinuing through Sunday, Nov. 26. Water may become cloudy and discolored during this process. If any building experiences cloudy or discolored water, occupants are advised to run the faucets until the water is clear. Any […]
Mandatory security awareness training for AV福利社 employees
Nov. 20, 2023 Dear AV福利社 Faculty and Staff, The purpose of this message is to notify you of upcoming mandatory cybersecurity awareness training for AV福利社 employees. This training is required to be completed annually by all employees and is separate from any new-hire or department-specific security awareness training. Many organizations are falling prey to cybercriminals鈥� […]