I’m glad to hear that!

URI’s Bay Campus has been limping along with inadequate buildings that were constructed in the 1970s as temporary structures. Considering its standing as a world class oceanographic research institution, its facilities are completely substandard. It is getting to the point where it is affecting the ability to attract and retain faculty. The buildings literally leak during moderate rainstorms, which impact ongoing tank-based studies. The state’s geography (Narragansett bay, and adjacent sounds) make it a very attractive setting for “blue” economic development. Having research facilities that better facilitate industry-academic-military partnerships will benefit the blue economy. There was a good article in the Boston Globe that highlighted the importance. I suppose it comes down to if you think tax dollars are being invested wisely. Up to you to decide.