Merit Pages News
(February 11, 2026) — The University of Rhode Island is pleased to announce the names of students who have been named to its Fall 2025 Dean’s List. Among them are:
Chloe LaCoss of Killingworth
Annabelle Zajac of Killingworth
Rhianna Phipps of Haddam
Julia Thelen of Haddam
Tori Carlson of Higganum
Nicole Goosen of Higganum
Tessa Izzo of Higganum
Grayson Norman of Higganum
To be included on the Dean’s List, full-time students must have completed twelve or more credits for letter grades which are GPA applicable during a semester and achieved at least a 3.30 quality point average. Part-time students qualify with the accumulation of twelve or more credits for letter grades which are GPA applicable earning at least a 3.30 quality point average.
The University of Rhode Island is a diverse and dynamic community whose members are connected by a common quest for knowledge. As a global education leader and the state of Rhode Island’s flagship public research institution, URI offers distinctive opportunities designed to meet the global challenges of today’s world and the rapidly evolving needs of tomorrow. Founded in 1892, URI now enrolls more than 18,000 students and offers more than 200 degree programs across nine schools and colleges. As a land- and sea-grant institution, URI is a key driver of economic development in Rhode Island and contributes significantly to the health and vitality of the state, the New England region, and the nation.
