Tag: University of Rhode Island
Six local colleges’ online programs among U.S. News’ best for 2025
PROVIDENCE – Six local colleges were named by U.S. News & World Report as having the best online programs in the country, according to...
Five Questions with William J. Fazioli
William J. Fazioli | CEO and executive director, Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank
1. In November, Rhode Island voters approved Question 4, $53 million in bonds...
Lardaro: R.I.’s economic momentum showed signs of fading in November
PROVIDENCE – Rhode Island’s economic momentum showed signs of fading in November, University of Rhode Island economist and professor Leonard Lardaro said Wednesday in...
State agencies are hot to hire in FY26 budget requests
State budget officials made it clear: There’s no money for extras in the upcoming fiscal 2026 spending plan, so don’t ask.
But that didn’t stop nearly...
Brown declared top educational institution in Providence for tech enthusiasts
PROVIDENCE – With a 6-1 student-to-faculty ratio and a strong focus on artificial intelligence, Brown University ranks highest among college choices for technology enthusiasts in Providence,...
Chevalier named commanding general of R.I. National Guard
PROVIDENCE – Brigadier Gen. Andrew J. Chevalier has been named the 45th adjutant general of Rhode Island and commanding general of the R.I. National...
Addressing doctor shortage could be a primary challenge for lawmakers
State legislators might consider a host of potential prescriptions to ease Rhode Island’s worsening shortage of primary care doctors when they convene in January,...
Union risks future of East Coast ports
In September, Harold Daggett, president of the International Longshoremen’s Association, representing maritime workers at East Coast and Gulf ports, addressed members in a letter....
RIDE’s school ratings show improvement; PPSD ratings remain mostly unchanged
PROVIDENCE – School accountability during the 2023-24 academic year showed signs of improvement across the state, according to the R.I. Department of Education’s annual...
URI associate professor receives national grant to study liver disease
SOUTH KINGSTOWN – University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy associate professor Nisanne Ghonem has received a $50,000 American Liver Foundation award to help...
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