URI Memorial Union
Main Office, Rm. 210
50 Lower College Road
Kingston, RI 02881
P: 401-874-2726
E:union@etal.uri.edu

Division Of
Student Affairs

URI Traditions

First Night
This annual event is enjoyed by all incoming first year students. The Office of Student Involvement in conjunction with HRL, Orientation, Recreation and Intramurals provide a festive night complete with free food and activities. Many student organizations are represented at this event, creating a great opportunity for first year students to get connected to the URI campus. Event Details for 2011 (2010 Photo Compliments of Michael Nolfe)
Welcome Week
An extended week of activities sponsored by a number of organizations for all students on campus to enjoy. Programs have included, drive-in movies on the Quad, comedy shows, trips sponsored by Ram Tours, and dances sponsored by student organizations. These events are a great way to meet new people or reconnect with friends from the past. More Info
Family Weekend
A great fall weekend in New England with activities on campus for families visiting their son or daughter. Events include academic presentations, a football game, a post game reception, entertainment Saturday evening, and the annual President's Brunch on Sunday. more info
Winterfest
A week-long series of events with a winter theme held in early December. The Student Entertainment Committee sponsors a number of daytime and evening programs. Examples would be photo snow globes, psychics, other novelty programs and a major concert with either a comedian or musical act.
Spring Fest
A week of activities in April sponsored by the Student Entertainment Committee. Various novelty programs sponsored during the day, such as caricature artists, one ton sundae, lobsta bake and evening programs with comedians and a major concert.
Greek week
A week-long tradition of competitions between teams of fraternity and sorority members held in April. Activities in the past have been lip-sync contest, dance contest, Mr. and Mrs. Greek, and Greek Sing. All money raised during this week of events goes to a preselected charity. more info
Rainville Awards
An annual award presented in the name of the former Vice President of Student Affairs. This annual event recognizes the top student leaders, employees and organizational teams. A great night that honors our top student leaders with a dinner, awards and slide show. more info
Oozeball
The annual volleyball game in the mud! Check out the Student Alumni Association's webpage for more details on this crazy day of fun in the mud!