10/08/08 - The entire basis for the university system is credited to the ancient Greeks, and now the University of Rhode Island has a student group to honor the ancients. The newly formed URI Classics Society is trying to educate and involve students in Greek and Roman mythology through analyzing classical literature and creating ancient-themed activities and events.
10/08/08 - The University of Rhode Island Graduate School of Oceanography is working with the state in its historic attempts to harness the power of offshore winds for renewable energy. According to David Farmer, dean of the Graduate School of Oceanography, the project will give Rhode Islanders access to new and clean methods of energy consumption and will make the latest career and research opportunities available to students.