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This resolution celebrates "URI Day" at the Rhode Island State House on April 1, 2025, recognizing the University of Rhode Island (URI) as the state's flagship public research university. The resolution highlights URI's significant achievements, including being named the #1 public university in New England by The Wall Street Journal and achieving R1 research institution status. It acknowledges the university's diverse student body of over 75 nations, offering approximately 200 degree programs, and its strong partnerships with local, national, and international companies across industries like defense, manufacturing, agriculture, aquaculture, and renewable energy. The resolution formally commends URI's faculty and staff for their contributions to education, research, and economic development that improve the lives of Rhode Islanders. Additionally, the resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to URI's president, Marc B. Parlange, as an official recognition of the institution's importance to the state.

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