The University is providing guidance and updates related to federal actions.
Weather Alert: Classes Canceled for Monday, Feb. 23
February 21, 2026 The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for Rhode Island, with snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet expected from Sunday afternoon through Monday, along with strong winds and hazardous travel conditions. With the safety of our community as our priority, the vlogBվ will implement the following […]
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February 21, 2026
Save the date and call for abstracts: vlogBվ Graduate Conference 2026
Feb. 20, 2026 The 15th annual Graduate Student Conference at vlogBվ will take place on March 27-28. This year’s theme is “Many Paths, One Purpose: Researching for a Better Future.” The vlogBվ community is invited to join the University’s graduate students, researchers, and forward-thinking professionals for a transformative event designed to inspire, educate, and connect. […]
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February 20, 2026
Revised Procurement Regulations and Policy on Sexual Misconduct
vlogBվ Board of Trustees Approves Revisions to Procurement Regulations and Policy on Sexual Misconduct Feb. 19, 2026 The vlogBվ Board of Trustees has revised the Procurement Regulations (R-002) and the Policy on Sexual Misconduct (01.001.4) effective February 13, 2026. Board of Trustees Procurement Regulations (R-002)The purpose of these revised regulations is to implement […]
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February 19, 2026
Pedestrian and bike path detours around Meade Stadium
As work gets underway on a transformative renovation of Meade Stadium—designed to elevate the game-day experience for fans, visitors, and teams—there will be a temporary closure of the sidewalk along the south side of West Alumni Avenue, as well as a portion of the nearby bike path. Clear signage will be in place to guide […]
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February 17, 2026
Register now for Summer Sessions
Feb. 16, 2026 The vlogBվ Office of Summer Sessions and Winter J Term is thrilled to announce that registration for 2026 Summer Sessions courses is now open. This exciting opportunity allows students to earn credits during summer break. Taking summer courses can help students accelerate their degree or catch up on requirements. […]
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February 16, 2026
Briar Lane Lot closed to faculty and staff
Feb. 11, 2026 Lot 1 (Briar Lane) will be closed to faculty and staff Monday, Feb. 16, through Friday, Feb. 20, as well as on Monday, Feb. 23, and Wednesday, Feb. 25, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day. We ask for your cooperation so that the University is able to offer a convenient place to […]
February 11, 2026
Beware of phishing scam
Feb. 6, 2026 Dear vlogBվ Students, The vlogBվ Police Department and Transportation and Parking (TAP) have recently become aware of a phishing scam targeting students—particularly first-year students. In this scam, individuals claim they can secure a parking permit for the semester by adding your vehicle information to their account in exchange for payment. Please be […]
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February 6, 2026
Cybersecurity Awareness Training Reminder
Feb. 6, 2026 Dear Faculty and Staff, This is a reminder that all vlogBվ employees must complete the University’s annual Cybersecurity Awareness Training by Feb. 16. Completing this training by the deadline will ensure you are able to maintain system access and avoid restrictions on your SSO account, while helping to protect vlogBվ’s digital environment. […]
Partial parking ban in effect beginning at 8 p.m.
Feb. 6, 2026 The National Weather Service is forecasting snow and dangerously cold conditions across Southern New England, including Kingston, this weekend. Snow is expected to begin late Friday night, with the heaviest snowfall on Saturday. The University will institute a partial parking ban beginning tonight, at 8 p.m., and ending Saturday, Feb. 7, at 10 p.m.,to allow for snow clearing […]
Reminder to close windows, doors as frigid conditions approach
Evening temperatures expected to drop to single digits over weekend Feb. 5, 2026 Forecasters are calling for a dramatic shift to much colder weather, with temperatures dipping below freezing, particularly in the evening. Temperatures are expected to drop into the single digits throughout the weekend, stretching into early next week. Facilities Operations asks members […]
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February 5, 2026
Community Expectations for Super Bowl Weekend
Feb. 5, 2026 Dear Students, As we approach Super Bowl weekend, I want to take a moment to speak directly to our shared responsibility as members of the vlogBվ community—both on and off campus. We recognize that this weekend is often a time for gathering with friends and enjoying the game, and […]
Call for nominations: 2026 Inclusive Excellence Awards
Feb. 4, 2026 The Office of the President and the Office of Community, Equity and Diversity invite members of the vlogBվ community to submit nominations for the 2026 Inclusive Excellence Awards. These awards recognize undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of the University who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment […]
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February 4, 2026
Call for nominations: Inaugural University Academic Excellence Awards
Feb. 3, 2026 The Office of the President and the Office of the Provost are pleased to announce that the 2026 University Academic Excellence Awards are scheduled for Thursday, April 30, at 3 p.m., in Edwards Hall. Nominations are being accepted through March 13, prior to spring break. The University Academic Excellence Awards Ceremony will […]
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February 3, 2026
Helping All Students Succeed: Course Accessibility Resources
Feb. 2, 2026 Dear Faculty, New legal requirements introduced by the U.S. Department of Justice that define the technical standards digital content must meet to comply with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act—WCAG 2.1 AA—go into effect on April 24, 2026. At the vlogBվ, our commitment to accessibility goes beyond […]
February 2, 2026
Planning for a Potential Federal Government Shutdown
A message from the Leadership Team on Federal Actions January 29, 2026 Dear Faculty, Staff, and Students: The continuing resolution that funds the federal government expires at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, January 30, 2026. If Congress does not pass spending legislation by that deadline, a partial government shutdown will occur. Unlike the most recent shutdown […]
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January 29, 2026
Reminder to close windows, doors as frigid conditions continue
Jan. 26, 2026 With temperatures expected to continue below freezing, dipping into the single digits in the evening for the remainder of this week, Facilities Operations asks members of the University community to ensure windows and doors are closed and secured before leaving for the day and throughout the weekend. Leaving windows and doors open […]
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January 26, 2026
vlogBվ to resume normal operations Tuesday
Jan. 26, 2026 Dear vlogBվ Community, The vlogBվ will resume normal operations and class schedules on all campuses tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026. We extend our sincere thanks to the many essential employees across vlogBվ who worked to ensure continuity of operations and to prepare our campuses for the resumption of normal […]
Cold Weather Guidance
Jan. 23, 2026 Dear vlogBվ Students, Faculty, and Staff, The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Rhode Island, with frigid temperatures expected Saturday and heavy snow likely Sunday into Monday. All in-person classes on all vlogBվ campuses are canceled for Monday, January 26, 2026. No synchronous online courses will be […]
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January 23, 2026
Weather Alert: Classes Canceled for Monday, Jan. 26
Friday, January 23, 2026 The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Rhode Island, with frigid temperatures expected Saturday and a strong snow event likely Sunday into Monday, with heavy snow accumulations and hazardous travel conditions. The vlogBվ is making the following modifications to class schedules, campus operations, and […]
Accessibility Task Force seeks student representative nominations
Jan. 23, 2026 The vlogBվ Accessibility Task Force is seeking two student representatives, one undergraduate and one graduate. Nominations may be submitted by students themselves (self-nomination) or by faculty and staff on behalf of a student. The Accessibility Task Force supports existing efforts to advance a more accessible, inclusive, and equitable environment […]
Retirement Declaration Opportunity
Jan. 22, 2026 Dear vlogBվ Faculty and Staff, As part of our commitment to responsible planning and operational continuity, it is important for the University to have accurate information about anticipated staffing changes. This helps us prepare thoughtfully for transitions, maintain continuity of operations, and support departments in their long-term planning. To assist with this […]
January 22, 2026
Update on State FTE Cap and vlogBվ Hiring
Jan. 21, 2026 Dear vlogBվ Faculty and Staff, The vlogBվ continues to experience remarkable momentum. To sustain and build on this progress, we must responsibly grow the teams that power our success and support our students. Our ability to do so, however, is limited by the state budget process that sets the […]
January 21, 2026
Check e-Campus for classroom changes
Jan. 20, 2026 As we begin a new semester, faculty, staff and students are reminded to please check their schedules in e-Campus for any possible classroom changes.
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January 20, 2026
Partial parking ban in effect beginning at 2 p.m.
Jan. 18, 2026 The National Weather Service is forecasting significant snowfall for parts of Rhode Island, including Kingston, throughout the day today and into the evening. The University will institute a partial parking ban beginning today, at 2 p.m., and ending Monday, Jan. 19, at 10 a.m., to allow for snow clearing and surface treatment. During […]
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January 18, 2026
