UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND - GRADUATE STUDENT ASSOCIATION

🎓 Who We Are

The University of Rhode Island Graduate Student Association (GSA) is a nonprofit organization established to support, empower, and advocate for graduate students across all disciplines at the University of Rhode Island.

We believe graduate education is not just about research—it’s about community, leadership, and collaboration. Our association works to ensure that every graduate student has access to the resources, representation, and opportunities they need to thrive academically, professionally, and personally.

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🌟 Our Mission

Our mission is to enhance the quality of graduate education and student life at the University of Rhode Island by:
   - Advocating for graduate student needs and rights.
   - Funding academic and professional development opportunities.
   - Building a collaborative community through events and outreach.
   - Supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all academic spaces.
   - Promoting responsible leadership and engagement within the university community.
We are dedicated to empowering graduate students as future leaders, educators, and innovators who make a lasting impact on society.

🤝 What We Do

   - Funding & Grants: We provide travel awards, conference funding, and research support for graduate students presenting or publishing their work.
   - Events & Networking: We organize workshops, seminars, and social gatherings to connect graduate students with peers, faculty, and alumni.
   - Advocacy & Representation: GSA serves as the official voice of graduate students in university governance and policy discussions.
   - Community Engagement: Through volunteer initiatives and partnerships, we extend our impact beyond campus into the Rhode Island community.

❤️ Support Our Work

As a registered 501(c)(3) public charity, contributions to the University of Rhode Island Graduate Student Association are tax-deductible under IRS rules.
Your donations directly fund graduate research, leadership programs, and community initiatives that improve the lives of students and strengthen our shared academic mission.

💡 Get Involved

Join us in shaping the future of graduate life at URI!
   - Attend our open meetings or leadership workshops.
   - Apply for GSA funding opportunities.
   - Volunteer for committees or event planning teams.
   - Partner with us on initiatives supporting graduate success.
Your voice and participation make the graduate community stronger.

🌍 "Empowering Scholars. Building Community. Advancing Knowledge."

📜 Legal & Compliance

  - IRS EIN: 92-1241505
  - Public Charity Status: 509(a)(2)
  - Effective Date of Exemption: March 4, 2025
  - IRS Determination Letter Date: April 10, 2025
  - Accounting Period Ends: June 30

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URI is an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of affirmative action.

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Mailing Address:

Email:

50 LOWER COLLEGE ROAD 128A KINGSTON, RI 02881
United States

President  and Address:

Justin Watkins

50 LOWER COLLEGE ROAD 128A KINGSTON, RI 02881

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