University of Rhode Island Trivia

Can you guess some fun facts about URI, the Ocean State's flagship public university?
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Last updated: November 6, 2025
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What year was URI officially founded?
1892
What is the nickname of URI athletics?
Rams
What is the name of the school's mascot?
Rhody
Who was the former professor, coach and athletic director who is the namesake for the school's signature color?
Frank Keaney
What building was purposed as the schools gym/armory prior to the construction of Keaney Gymnasium?
Rodman Hall
What are the names of the two active dining halls on campus?
Butterfield
Mainfare
Who is active president of the University?
Marc Parlange
Who is the campus's ice rink named after?
Bradford Boss
What building on campus was formerly Indepence Hall?
Swan Hall
What is the name of the URI professor who famously found the Titanic?
Robert Ballard
What is the name of the old farmhouse on campus, built before the University's conception?
Watson House
What is the name of the plaza at the top of campus?
Emporium
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