DECEMBER 2009
December 1, 2009
Big Thinkers Series event in New York City
The URI Big Thinkers Series: Shaping the Future, featuring a presentation by President David M. Dooley, travels to the New York City. The event, held at 6 p.m. at the Union League Club, includes an hors d'oeuvres reception and the opportunity to meet URI's new president and fellow alumni. For more information, contact the Office of Public Affairs and Programming at rsvp@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-9455.
December 1, 2009
Theta Chi Chapter Dinner
Join the Theta Chi Chapter for a dinner at Gianfranco's Ristorante, 183 George Waterman Road, Johnston, RI. 6 p.m. For details or to attend, contact John Eastman '62 at joneastman@aol.com.
Italian Chapter Event
The Italian Chapter is hosting a reunion and open house in the Alumni Center for alumni with a BA or minor in Italian, and current and prospective Italian program students. 7–9 p.m. Italian pastries and desserts will be served. Register online today. $10 for alumni pre-registration (until noon on the 3rd) and $15 at the door. Student registration is free. For more information, contact Professor Catherine Sama at csama@uri.edu or 401-874-4721.
December 4, 2009 Member Exclusive Event
Enjoy a special Member Exclusive Event: dinner at the University Club followed by a URI Theatre production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Become a dues-paying member of the Alumni Association today and register for this special event. For more information, please contact Jess Raffaele at jraffaele@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-4604.
December 5, 2009
URI–PC Men's Basketball Game
Be one of the first 150 dues-paying members to visit the Alumni Association table (located the top of the Ryan Center South Concourse stairway) before half time at the URI–PC men's basketball game and receive a custom URI Alumni Association cap. Bring your membership card!
December 5, 2009
RIDOT Chapter Event
Join the RI Department of Transportation Chapter at noon for a pre-game reception on the South Concourse of the Ryan Center and group seating (section 208) at the URI–PC Men’s Basketball game. Game tipoff is at 1p.m. Give the gift of warmth and show your Rhody pride by bringing a new or used coat to donate at the reception for the RIDOT Chapter coat drive. Register online today. Deadline to register is November 20. For questions contact Christos Xenophontos at xenophon@dot.ri.gov and Charles St. Martin at cstmartin@dot.ri.gov, or Brittany Manseau in the Alumni Relations Office at bmanseau@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-4536.
December 5, 2009
Southwest Florida Chapter Event
Celebrate Christmas in Florida with the Southwest Florida Gators at the Boca Royale Country Club at 11:30 a.m. The cost of this event is $27 and includes lunch and a chance to win great URI gear. For information or to register, contact Richard Boldt at 239-417-0375 or rboldt854@aol.com.
December 5, 2010
Theta Chi Chapter Event
Join the Theta Chi Chapter at 11 a.m. for its annual pledge pinning, followed by lunch at the University Club. For details or to attend, contact John Eastman '62 at joneastman@aol.com.
December 13, 2009
Massachusetts Chapter URI Men's Basketball Event
Join the Department of Athletics and the Massachusetts Chapter as the Rams' Men’s Basketball team takes on Boston College at Conte Forum. Pre-game reception begins at 4:30 p.m., followed by the game at 6:45 p.m. Game tickets are $15 and can be ordered by calling the URI Box Office at 401-874-RAMS. Deadline to order is December 7 (since game tickets are limited, please reserve your tickets before you register for the reception). Register online today! For more information, contact Gina Simonelli at 401-874-5808 or gsimonelli@advance.uri.edu.
December 16, 2009
Member Exclusive Event at PPAC
See the award-winning musical Wicked at the Providence Performing Arts Center on opening night. Discounted tickets for members.Become a dues-paying member of the Alumni Association and register for Wicked today. For more information, contact Jess Raffaele at jraffaele@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-4604. register for Wicked today.
JANUARY 2010
January 2, 2010
Connecticut Chapter URI Men's Basketball Event
Join the Department of Athletics and the Connecticut Alumni Chapter as the Rams Men’s Basketball team takes on Oklahoma State at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Pre-game reception begins at noon. Learn more and register online today! For more information, contact Jess Raffaele at jraffaele@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-4604.
January 5, 2010
Ohio Chapter URI Men's Basketball Event
Join the Department of Athletics and the Ohio Alumni Chapter as the Rams Men’s Basketball team takes on Akron at Rhodes Arena. Pre-game reception details TBA; tipoff is at 7 p.m. Game tickets are $15 and can be purchased by calling the URI Box Office at 401-874-RAMS. For details, contact Jess Raffaele at jraffaele@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-4604.
URI Alumni Ski Weekend
Sign up now for our sixth annual URI Alumni Ski Weekend at Mt. Snow, Vermont. Take advantage of discounted rooms and lift tickets, and enjoy a welcome dinner on Friday evening sponsored by the Alumni Association. Further details and online registration now available.
January 9, 2010
Rhode Island Chapter Habitat for Humanity Event
Join the Rhode Island Chapter and Habitat for Humanity “Build Day” in Providence. The Rhode Island Chapter will build from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and the Alumni Association will provide lunch. Online registration will be available soon. For questions please contact Chapter Leader Kelley Warner ’02 at kwisdom@cox.net.
January 16, 2010
URI Men's Basketball Alumni Event at Fordham
Join the Department of Athletics and the URI Alumni Association as the URI men’s basketball team takes on Fordham at Rose Hill Gym. Pre-game reception is at noon in Rose Hill Commons, followed by the game at 2 p.m. Register online today! Tickets to the game are $10 general admission, $15 for reserved seats behind team benches, and $20 for the loge seats (courtside chair backs). To purchase game tickets, call the Fordham Box Office at 718-817-4300 as soon as possible (tickets are limited).
A bus trip from the Kingston Campus for $79, sponsored by URI Athletics, includes general admission game ticket, registration to the pre-game reception, and coach bus transportation to the game. To sign up for the bus trip, contact Owen Salvestrini at 401-874-2389. For more information, contact Michelle Fontes-Barros at 401-874-4854 or mfontes-barros@advance.uri.edu.
January 16, 2010 Rhode Island Chapter Habitat for Humanity Event
Join the Rhode Island Chapter and Habitat for Humanity “Build Day” in Providence. The Rhode Island Chapter will build from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and the Alumni Association will provide lunch. Online registration will be available soon. For questions please contact Chapter Leader Kelley Warner ’02 at kwisdom@cox.net.
January 21, 2010
Albany Alumni Event
Join the Albany alumni for their first official event, held from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Buca di Beppo Restaurant on Wolf Road. Cost is $10, and includes appetizers and a chance to win URI raffle prizes. Reservations are limited and are expected to sell out quickly. For more information or to register, contact Cindy Ladd-Anderson '80 at rhodymom3@gmail.com.
January 23, 2010
Ohio Chapter Rams' Basketball Event in Cincinnati
Join the Department of Athletics and the Ohio Chapter as the Rams Men’s Basketball team takes on Xavier at the Cintas Center. Pre-game reception includes appetizers, a cash bar, and a chance to win great Rhody gear. $10. Tipoff is at 6 p.m. Game tickets can be purchased for $26 by calling the URI Box Office at 401-874-RAMS. Deadline to order is January 15. For more information, contact Jess Raffaele at jraffaele@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-4604.
January 30, 2010
Southwest Florida Chapter Event
The Southwest Florida Gators’ January in Florida event will be held at the Royale Palm Yacht Club at 11:30 a.m. The cost of this event is $27 and includes lunch and a chance to win great URI gear. For information or to register, contact Richard Boldt at 239-417-0375 or rboldt854@aol.com.
January 29-31, 2010
Big Chill WeekendJoin us for our 2010 Big Chill Weekend, a special winter weekend of great activities, sponsored by the Alumni Association, with proceeds supporting student scholarships.
FEBRUARY 2010
February 13, 2010
URI–Temple Men's Basketball Game
Join the Alumni Association and fellow alumni in the Philadelphia area to cheer on the Rams at the URI–Temple men's basketball game at the Liacouras Center. Tipoff is at 4 p.m. Game tickets are available for $15 by calling the URI Box Office at 401-874-RAMS (deadline is February 5). Registration and details for this event will be available soon. Contact Kate Serafini at kserafini@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-4679.
February 25-28, 2010
Phi Sigma Kappa Event
For the 20th consecutive year, the URI Phi Sigma Kappa alumni group will gather for their annual ski trip at the Fairbrother Lodge in Lake Placid, NY. Skiing, riding, bobsledding, dog sled racing, movies, and a traditional game of ball tag are on the agenda. Cost is $210 for the entire weekend and includes dinner each night. To register for this event, contact Ken Gambone at kgambone@barcap.com or call 212-526-2093. This annual trip will also benefit the E. Doris Carney Phi Sigma Kappa Scholarship Fund. Deadline to register is December 31.
MARCH 2010
March 7–20, 2010
Alumni Trip to Australia and New Zealand
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Enjoy this exceptional 14-day trip, sponsored by the URI Travel Program. Admire the stunning beauty of New Zealand's South Alps and the English charm of Christchurch. Marvel at Sydney's skyline, the Great Barrer Reef, and the rainforests of North Queensland. Learn more about this great trip, or contact Kate Serafini at 401-874-4679 or at kserafini@advance.uri.edu.
March 12-14, 2010
A-10 Men's Basketball Champtionships, Atlantic City, NJ
The 2010 Atlantic 10 Men’s Basketball Championship Series is back to the Jersey Shore for March Madness! Plan to join us and cheer on our Rams. To purchase all-session tickets, download brochure (PDF). For questions, contact Brittany Manseau at bmanseau@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-4536.
March 27, 2010
Southwest Florida Chapter Event
The Southwest Florida Gators are getting together for their Annual Steak Out at the Port Charlotte Beach Complex at 11:00 a.m. The cost of this event is $27 and includes lunch and a chance to win great URI gear. For information or to register, contact Richard Boldt at 239-417-0375 or rboldt854@aol.com.
APRIL 2010
April 8, 2010
Rhody Rush Hour in Princeton, NJ
Join the Alumni Association for a networking Rhody Rush Hour at the Triumph Brewery in Princeton, NJ. 5:30–7:30 p.m. Further details and registration information will be available soon. Contact Kate Serafini at kserafini@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-4679.
MAY 2010
May 21–23, 2010
Members of the Class of 1960 will be celebrating their 50th Class Reunion May 21-23 2010. This special gathering is held during Commencement Weekend each year. For more information, contact Gina Simonelli at gsimonelli@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-5808.
May 25–June 2, 2010
Alumni trip to Provence
In this special eight-day educational and travel experience, discover life in Aix-en-Provence, a quintessential Provençal town, and explore the region. Learn more about this great trip, or contact Kate Serafini at 401-874-4679 or at kserafini@advance.uri.edu.
JUNE 2010
June 4–6, 2010
Alumni who graduated more than 50 years ago are invited to this celebration weekend, held each year in the beginning of June.
June 7 , 2010
Alumni Scholarship Golf Tournament
The annual Alumni Scholarship Golf Tournament will be held at the Quidnessett Country Club in North Kingstown, R.I. Continental breakfast at 7 a.m. Shotgun start at 8 a.m. Dinner following the end of play. Participate in this popular annual scholarship event at one of the area's premier golf courses. For more information, contact Kathy Gianquitti at kgianquitti@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-4853.
For more information about the calendar of alumni events, please contact:
Lisa Harrison, Executive Assistant/Office Manager
Alumni Relations
Alumni Center
73 Upper College Road
Kingston, RI 02881
Phone: 401-874-4962
Fax: 401-874-5957
Email: lharrison@advance.uri.edu
Photo Albums from recent alumni events
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