A Parent's Guide To After-School Activities In South Kingstown

From a brand partner: Explore local sports, arts, library programs, school-based care and enrichment opportunities for kids.

Two more URI nursing professors to be inducted as Fellows in American Academy of Nursing

Nearly 90 percent of tenured faculty members in the college have now been inducted as Fellows

URI pharmacy students win national clinical research competition

After a clinical skills win in December, URI College of Pharmacy holds championships in both major national student competitions

URI College of Nursing offers online Doctorate of Nursing Practice

Master’s-trained nurses can become nurse executives, health system leaders through URI Online

4 RI Students Have Award-Winning Art Displayed At URI

Students from Cranston, East Greenwich, Tiverton, and Warwick, receive art awards and have work displayed at the University of Rhode Island.

These RI Colleges Rank Best In US At Setting Up Grads For Big Paycheck

Private schools claimed 36 of the top 50 spots on the salary list, with prestigious private colleges and universities prominent on the list.

These Are The Best Colleges In RI For 2025, Wall Street Journal Says

Five institution in Rhode Island are among the 500 best public and private colleges and universities in the country, new rankings say.

URI Nursing Professor Wins National Award For Women's Health Education

Diane DiTomasso was honored by a leading neonatal nursing organization after research into breastfeeding and newborn weight loss.

500 High Schoolers Participate In National Biomechanics Day At URI

Students sample equipment used in biomechanical research and challenged themselves — and each other — in several physical tests

Racial Discrimination Investigation Underway At University Of RI

A racial discrimination investigation is underway at URI. The Department of Education is cracking down on diversity programs.

2 URI Professors Teach Class Underwater

In one class, URI students dive 20 feet down in the eastern Mediterranean Sea to explore an ancient Roman shipwreck.

URI Retiring Brad Boss' Number At The Arena Named After Him

Bradford Boss is a member of the URI Athletics Hall of Fame, multi-sport standout, and a founder of the URI men’s club hockey team.

6-Year-Old Student Left On School Bus In Narragansett: Report

Narragansett school Superintendent Peter Cummings says the bus driver was fired after leaving the child alone for 20 minutes.

Narragansett High School Launching Sports Medicine, Trainer Program

Applications are now open for all high school students across Rhode Island interested in careers in sports medicine and athletic training.

These Are The Best Schools In RI: 2024 Rankings

See rankings for Rhode Island schools from elementary, middle, and high school to college.

URI students bring interdisciplinary health education to SKHS

Students prepared interactive activities to tackle such topics as substance misuse, nutrition, injury prevention, sexual and mental health

Local high school students experience URI College of Pharmacy

Students from SKHS' pharmacy tech program join others to learn about the College of Pharmacy and the opportunities it offers

URI Employee Dies After Being Hit By Car On Campus

In a letter​ to the campus community, university officials confirmed the death of Maureen McDermott,​ the director of student involvement.

Former NBA star to visit URI, area schools to reach kids who stutter

Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, a lifelong stutterer who played 8 seasons in the NBA, is an advocate for better treatment for those who stutter

URI Professor Named Among Top 2% Of Scientists Globally: Stanford

University of Rhode Island Professor ​Mahtab Kouhizadeh​ earns a coveted spot on the list, which identifies leading researchers globally.

URI introduces new master's in Mental and Behavioral Health Counseling

Applications due Jan. 15 for master's program that meets educational requirements to become Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Narragansett High School Earns Silver Honors On AP School Honor Roll

Narragansett High School earns silver honors for its advanced placement (AP) program in 2024.

URI Nursing undergrad programs ranked among top 8 percent in nation

The college slots in at number 54 in U.S. News & World Report latest rankings, out of 686 ranked colleges

2 Class Of '74 Members Donate $500K To URI For Education Research

The money Diane Chace Fannon and S. Kent Fannon gifted will support the Feinstein College of Education.

2 RI Colleges Among Top 200 In The Country: U.S. News & World Report

The rankings evaluated 1,500 colleges and universities using more than a dozen measures of academic quality, the media company said.

Bodycam Footage Shows URI Students Assaulting Narragansett Officers

"There's no excuse for it," Narragansett Town Manager James Tierney says. "It should not be tolerated by the residents."

Teacher Spotlight: Eric Drew Makes A Difference In South Kingstown

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

URI Named No. 1 Public University In New England: WSJ Rankings

The University of Rhode Island was also ranked the 35th-best public university in the U.S., according to the Wall Street Journal.

Former URI Student Nominated For Emmy For Costume Work

Denise Andres, who works as the show's costumer supervisor, found out she was nominated after handling a disaster on set.

South Kingstown Police Helping With Elks Club School Supply Drive

South Kingstown police say all school supply donations will benefit local students.

Teacher Spotlight: Paula Rekos Makes A Difference In South Kingstown

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Here's How Much Teachers In RI Make, New Data Shows

Noting low pay limits the ability of schools to attract and retain teachers, the NEA warned a widespread educator shortage is looming.

See Major Medical Studies Getting Funded At The University Of RI

Studies include if healthy romantic relationships can reduce stroke risks and a project that could help children better cope with ADHD.

Yes Votes Leading On New South Kingstown High School, Athletic Fields Question

Votes in favor of the $150 million school bond lead the no votes 4,218-3,508, according to unofficial election results.

URI College of Nursing graduate programs ranked among nation’s best

Doctor of Nursing Practice program ranks 66 nationally; Master’s program remains in top 50

URI College of Pharmacy ranked among nation’s ‘Best Pharmacy Schools’

Doctor of Pharmacy program ranks 31 nationally, College’s highest mark, in U.S. News & World Report rankings

Applications Open For South Kingstown Firefighter Scholarships

The six scholarships will range from $1,000 to $2,500. Any student applying must be a graduating senior or a South Kingstown firefighter.

Narragansett Police Appoint New School Resource Officer

Narragansett police Officer Austin Kearns will be assigned to Pier Middle School and will begin his role on Monday.

URI Hosting FBI Scientist For Talk On Boston Marathon Bombing

​Kirk Yeager, a chief explosive scientist with the FBI, also analyzes the 1993 World Trade Center bombing and the Oklahoma City bombing.

URI promotes STEM, creating virtual lab for SKHS, other schools

Funded by a $1.3M NIH grant, URI scientists will lead students in virtual and in-person experiments on natural medicines