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New : Don't miss the New Grad Student Welcome Day on September 8, 10 am- 12 pm.We promise, it's not a boring three-hour...
09/04/2026

New : Don't miss the New Grad Student Welcome Day on September 8, 10 am- 12 pm.

We promise, it's not a boring three-hour lecture 😅

It's a chance to:
✅ Meet fellow grad students
✅ Connect with the GSO and Graduate School team
✅ Learn about resources, funding, writing support, and professional development opportunities, and much more!

PLUS
🍕 Enjoy free lunch
🎁 Grab a URI Graduate School swag bag
🚶‍♀️Join optional campus walking tour at 9 am

We'll save you a seat, but register first 😉
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeffygBW6Pn9kWR6fGYiVamOnvEua5nP71mwEMopcRaR99DiA/viewform

Swipe through for a look at last year's event and see why new grad students chose to start their graduate journey at Welcome Day.

, starting a professional graduate program this fall? Don't miss your chance to connect with fellow new grad students, ...
08/12/2026

, starting a professional graduate program this fall? Don't miss your chance to connect with fellow new grad students, get your questions answered, and learn about the resources that will help you succeed at URI.

Spend 90 minutes tomorrow getting prepared instead of spending the semester figuring it all out on your own.

🎓 New Graduate Student Online Orientation: Professional Programs

📅 Thursday, August 13
🕒 3:00-4:30 p.m.
💻 Online via Zoom

Register now: https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/Cq7OIo-yR0W76I6Z0S4ODQ #/registration

, Looking to strengthen your career toolkit?Archer Career is hosting Career Week, August 17-21, a free, virtual event d...
08/12/2026

, Looking to strengthen your career toolkit?

Archer Career is hosting Career Week, August 17-21, a free, virtual event designed to help you build confidence for what's next.

Over five focused sessions, you'll work on:
✅ Experience inventory
✅ Resume development
✅ Elevator pitch refinement
✅ LinkedIn profile updates
✅ Next-steps career roadmap

This isn't a week of lectures. It's dedicated time to create practical, employer-ready materials you can use right away.

🎯 Career Week is open to all.

🔗 Register today: https://www.archercareer.com/careerweek-aug26

Join us this afternoon for our NEW online orientation FOR RESEARCH PROGRAMS.Learn about key resources, get your questi...
08/12/2026

Join us this afternoon for our NEW online orientation FOR RESEARCH PROGRAMS.

Learn about key resources, get your questions answered, and connect with fellow new grad students before the semester begins.

Who knows? Your future lab mate, research collaborator, or coffee buddy could be logging on too. ☕🔬

🕒 3-4:30 p.m. (virtual)

Last chance to register: https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/RaFCrQ3LRRe6LNLi36sHmQ #/registration

Good research starts with asking the right questions.Good starts with knowing where to find the answers.Tomorrow's Onl...
08/11/2026

Good research starts with asking the right questions.

Good starts with knowing where to find the answers.

Tomorrow's Online Orientation for Research Programs will help you navigate your first semester with confidence, connect you with important resources, and answer questions before classes begin.

📅 Aug. 12 ⏰ 3-4:30 p.m. 💻 Online

We can't wait to welcome you to the URI graduate community
🐏 🙌

🔗 Register here: https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/RaFCrQ3LRRe6LNLi36sHmQ #/registration

New Graduate Student? You have two options this semester:🤩 Spend 90 minutes learning what you need to know.ORSpend the...
08/07/2026

New Graduate Student? You have two options this semester:

🤩 Spend 90 minutes learning what you need to know.

OR

Spend the entire semester wondering:

😫 When are important deadlines?
🤯 Where do I find resources?
🫣 Who do I contact for help?

Join one of the two Online Orientation events and start the semester with confidence.

REGISTER TODAY!

📚 Research Programs: Aug. 12, 3-4:30 p.m.
https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/RaFCrQ3LRRe6LNLi36sHmQ #/registration
💼 Professional Programs: Aug. 13, 3-4:30 p.m.
https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/Cq7OIo-yR0W76I6Z0S4ODQ #/registration

Join us for Taking an Entrepreneurial Approach to Graduate Career Development and learn how to identify opportunities, b...
07/22/2026

Join us for Taking an Entrepreneurial Approach to Graduate Career Development and learn how to identify opportunities, build your professional brand, and create a career path that aligns with your goals and strengths.

Whether you're exploring academia, industry, nonprofits, or launching your own venture, this session will provide practical strategies to help you think creatively about your future and take charge of your professional journey.

👍 Register today: https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/Hgrk3HzDTZydQEcnfxSE6A #/registration

Your graduate experience has equipped you with valuable skills, and now it is time to learn how to showcase them with co...
07/13/2026

Your graduate experience has equipped you with valuable skills, and now it is time to learn how to showcase them with confidence!

Join Graduate Advisor Dr. Natalie Lundsteen to identify your strengths, translate your experience into marketable skills, strengthen your interview communication, and develop strategies for effectively promoting yourself to employers. Walk away with practical resources and the confidence to take the next step in your career journey!

🗓️ Thursday, July 16
⏰ 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
👉 https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/KUulisv7RfCoBpsDB-Mjpg #/registration

Ready to turn your research into funded opportunities?Join Karen Markin, Director of Research Development at the URI Off...
06/29/2026

Ready to turn your research into funded opportunities?

Join Karen Markin, Director of Research Development at the URI Office of Research and Economic Development, for an insider’s guide to finding governmental fellowships and crafting competitive grant and fellowship proposals.

Learn the essential do’s and don’ts, gain practical strategies for success, and discover what reviewers look for in strong applications.

🗓️ Wednesday, July 1
⏰ 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
🔗 To register for online event: https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/9x0--uriS3StbzU118QHGg #/registration

Whether you’re new to external funding or preparing your next proposal, this session will help you build confidence and strengthen your approach!

🤝 Share with your colleagues and friends who'd benefit from this opportunity!

Clear communication is one of the most valuable skills you can bring to any workplace!Join Graduate Career Advisor Dr. N...
06/29/2026

Clear communication is one of the most valuable skills you can bring to any workplace!

Join Graduate Career Advisor Dr. Natalie Lundsteen to learn practical strategies for giving and receiving feedback, navigating difficult conversations with confidence, and writing professional emails that get results.

Strengthen your workplace communication skills and set yourself up for success in any career path!

🗓️ Tuesday, June 30
⏰ 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
🔗 REGISTER FOR ONLINE EVENT: https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/LFERMIr_SJyDbVGYe_eWAA #/registration

Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to communicate with confidence!

🤝 Share with your colleagues and friends who'd benefit from this opportunity!

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