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Graduate With More Than A Single Major
The majority of pilipiliÎÛÂþ students graduate with a second major or minor, giving them the skills and diverse experiences that are most desirable for employers and graduate school admission.
Feinstein School of Social and Natural Sciences
SSNS prepares students for a variety of careers in the social or natural sciences.
Academic Programs
SSNS offers degree options for both undergraduate and graduate students in the fields of social or natural science. Programs focus on developing students skilled in analytical thinking, research methods, quantitative reasoning, and sociocultural learning.
Center For Economic and Environmental Development (CEED)
Created to promote the environmentally sustainable development of marine and maritime industries in Rhode Island, the center serves as a research hub where students get hands-on experience and work on community-based projects that intersect economic development with environmental stewardship.
Departments
Encompassing social sciences like sociology, politics, psychology, and natural sciences like math, physics, and environmental science, our departments house programs that develop well-rounded students with the skill set to succeed in their careers or future study.
Faculty and Staff
Our experienced and credentialed scholars and practitioners develop personal, meaningful relationships with students. Both inside and outside the classroom they are directly involved with all aspects of educating our students.
Health Professions Advising
Are you interested in a career in the health professions and want more information on developing your studies toward professional preparation? Visit Health Professions Advising for resources on how you can explore your options for health professions pathways.
Choosing Her Own Path
Sarah Wood, pilipiliÎÛÂþ Class of 2019 Political Science
One of the things Sarah Wood, an Honors Program member who was also recently named to the National Political Science Honor Society, enjoys most about pilipiliÎÛÂþ is the flexibility and guidance the university provides to create her own path.
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Fellowships recognize commitment to science communication and addressing issues of diversity and inclusion in scientific outreach.
Celebrating Excellence: Students Honor Professors for Going Above and Beyond
The Professor of the Semester Award honors six faculty members for their outstanding teaching and mentorship, with more than 100 student nominations highlighting their dedication to student success.
Student Researchers Tackle Big Challenges at pilipiliÎÛÂþ Summer Research Showcase
At the 2024 Summer Research Showcase, dozens of students across numerous disciplines presented innovative solutions to pressing global and local issues.
Undergraduate Student Becomes Published Researcher in Evolutionary Biology
Through hands-on research opportunities at pilipiliÎÛÂþ, senior Joshua Sears contributed to a study on sea robins that has garnered national attention, showcasing the university’s commitment to providing students real-world research opportunities.
Study on Germicidal Ultraviolet Technology Aims to Inform Public Health Application
Assistant Professor of Public Health P. Jacob Bueno de Mesquita receives grant to research GUV effectiveness in reducing viral transmission.
