Alumni Calendar of Events
May 16-18, 2008
Class of 1958 50th Reunion Weekend
Make plans to come back to Kingston to be a part of this special celebration. For more information, contact Jessie Kenyon at jkenyon@advance.uri or 401-874-4853.
May 30-31, 2008
A special reunion weekend for graduates who have already celebrated their 50th class reunion. For more information, contact Jessie Kenyon at jkenyon@advance.uri or 401-874-4853.
June 1, 2008
Washington D.C. Chapter Event
The Washington D.C. Area Alumni Chapter is heading to Oriole Park at Camden Yards to take in the Orioles-Red Sox game and a pre-game Alumni Association Bullpen Party/Barbecue. Party starts at noon, followed by the game at 1:35 p.m. Cost is $42, which covers the barbecue and reserved seat for the game. Register online today, or contact Sarah Howard at 401-874-2438 or showard@advance.uri.edu for more information.
June 2, 2008
The 2008 Alumni Golf Tournament will be held again at Valley Country Club in Warwick, R.I. Sponsored by the URI Alumni Association, this annual event is a great way to enjoy your favorite game, catch up with fellow alumni and friends, and raise funds to benefit URI students.
June 3, 2008
Theta Chi Alumni Golf Tournament & Clambake
To celebrate their 10th anniversary, The Theta Chi Alumni Chapter is hosting a golf tournament and clambake. All Theta Chi alumni are invited. The golf tournament will be held at a local country club, and the clambake will be in Jamestown. For further details, contact John Eastman at joneastman@aol.com or Mike Testa at jtown@cox.net.
June 12, 2008
SoloBoomer Event
Join the SoloBoomers for appetizers and an informal gathering at Casey’ s Grill & Bar in Wakefield, RI, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. We will get together in the greenhouse area (to the left of the host/hostess counter). Cash bar. Plan to meet up with friends or just drop by to say hello. For more information, or to be included in the email list for future SoloBoomer events, contact Jessie Kenyon in the Alumni Relations Office at 401-874-4853 or jkenyon@advvance.uri.edu. Hope to see you there!
SoloBoomers are single alumni who graduated between the mid-1960s and the early 1980s; however, all alumni are welcome to join us for this informal gathering.
June 15, 2008
Ohio Chapter Event
The Ohio Chapter will be heading out to the ballpark to watch the Akron Aeros take on the Portland Sea Dogs (Double-A Affiliate of the Red Sox). Come at 1 p.m. for a picnic. The game begins at 2:05. Register online today, or contact Sarah Howard at 401-874-2438 or showard@advance.uri.edu for more information.
June 15, 2008
Arizona Chapter Event
The Arizona Chapter is heading to the ballpark this season to take in a number of Diamondback games. On June 15, the Diamondbacks will take on Kansas at 1:05 p.m. Other dates planned are July 6, July 20, August 10, August 24, and September 28. For more
information, contact Art Levin at 623-584-9410.
June 16-21, 2008
Alumni Association Southern California Road Trip
The Alumni Association is going on a road trip through Southern California, hosting a variety of events in the area from June 16-21. See event specifics below. Register online, or contact Gina Dei Simonelli at 401-874-5808 or gmdei@advance.uri.edu for more information.
URI Alumni Association Southern California Road Trip
Monday, June 16 Visit downtown Ventura for a URI alumni happy hour at Anacapa Brewery from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Register online!
Tuesday, June 17 Enjoy a happy hour with fellow alumni at a local wine bar, Vinoteca Farfalla, in Los Feliz from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Register online!
Thursday, June 19 Alumni in Orange County will be gathering at The Clubhouse, located at South Coast Plaza, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Register online!
Saturday, June 21 Join alumni to watch the San Diego Padres play the Detroit Tigers. Game time is 7:05 p.m. Alumni are invited to a pre-game event at The Fleetwood, located across from the ballpark, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Register online!
July 18-20, 2008
Join alumni and their families for a great weekend of summer fun. For more information, contact Michelle Fontes at 401-874-4854 or mfontes@advance.uri.edu.
August 1-3, 2008
Talent Development 40th Anniversary Weekend
Among the events planned for this special TD anniversary weekend are a golf outing, an event at the Black Repertory Theatre, and a dinner at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet. For all the details, please contact Jackie Morieno at 401-874-2901.
August 5, 2008
Rhode Island International Film Festival
The Alumni Association invites you to opening night of the Rhode Island International Film Festival at the Providence Performing Arts Center. The group alumni rate is $35 for the premiere and the post-screening gala ( a savings of $25). Register online, or contact Gina Simonelli at gmdei@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-5808 for more information.
August 11, 2008
Chicago Chapter Event
Join members of the the Chicago Alumni Chapter at U.S. Cellular Fieldto take in the Chicago White Sox-Boston Red Sox and for a pre-game Alumni Association patio party. Register online today or contact Gina Simonelli at gmdei@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-5808 for more information.
August 12, 2008
New Jersey Chapter Event
The New Jersey Alumni Chapter is hosting its annual Welcome Freshmen Picnic at Commerce Bank Ballpark in Bridgewater, New Jersey. Join URI alumni, current and incoming students as the Camden Riversharks play the Somerset Patriots at 7:05 p.m. Tickets cost $25 and include entrance to the game, food, and soft drinks. Register now. For more information contact Gina Dei at gmdei@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-5808.
August 20, 2008
Pride in URI Night at McCoy Stadium
Join alumni, family, and friends for a great night at the ballpark as the PawSox take on the Syracuse Chiefs. Gates open at 5 p.m. for all-you-can-eat hot dogs and burgers. Game begins at 7:05 p.m. Make plans now to be part of this popular Rhody tradition.
August 30, 2008
Alumni Association at Fenway Park SOLD OUT
Get together with fellow URI alumni for the Red Sox-White Sox game at Fenway and enjoy a pre-game Alumni Association party at the Boston Billiard Club. Party begins at 5:00 p.m., followed by the game at 7:05 pm. Ticket price includes pool in a private area of the Boston Billiard Club, appetizers, and admission to the game. Seats are located in the right field grandstands (section 4). For more information, contact Sarah Howard at 401-874-2438 or showard@advance.uri.edu.
September 20, 2008
Northern California Chapter Event
The Northern California Chapter will hold their 13th annual alumni clambake in San Mateo. Mark your calendars and contact Rayna Lazaroff at 415-927-1087 or rbl1234@sbcglobal.net for more information.
October 17-19, 2008
Mark your calendars for Homecoming 2008, to be held October 17-19, with our URI Rams taking on Villanova at game time on Saturday, October 18.
October 17 and 18, 2008
Make plans to come back to Kingston and join this special 30th reunion celebration. For more information or to get involved in planning the reunion, contact Michelle Fontes at mfontes@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-4854.
October 18, 2008
Class of 1968 40th Reunion
Make plans to come back to Kingston and join this special 40th reunion celebration. For more information or to get involved in planning the reunion, contact Michelle Fontes at mfontes@advance.uri.edu or 401-874-4854.
October 18, 2008
Distinguished Achievement Awards
The third annual Distinguished Achievement Awards will be presented on Saturday, October 18, 2008, at The Westin Providence.
This awards program honors alumni and friends of the University who have brought distinction to themselves and the University through their professional achievements, outstanding leadership, and/or community service. For more information, please contact URI’s Public Programming & Events Office at 401-874-9455.
November 8, 2008
Sigma Kappa Founders' Day Celebration
Sigma Kappa Sorority is hosting a Founders Day celebration at the Sigma Kappa C hapter House, 16 Fraternity Circle, from 1 to 4 p.m. For more information, please contact Anna Stanhewicz at annastanhewicz@mail.uri.edu or 845-551-3869.
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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