KINGSTON, R.I., Sept. 24 -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news release:
KINGSTON, R.I. - Sept. 24, 2026 - The University of Rhode Island College of Engineering is now offering a Bachelor of Science in environmental engineering, adding to the wide range of engineering majors and minors available to students.
Previously offered as a minor course of study, the new major features multiple classes specifically designed for students pursuing the degree. Among the new classes offered as part of the curriculum are: EVE 444 Air Pollution Engineering and EVE 222 Environmental Chemistry for Engineers.
"Incoming freshmen can choose environmental engineering as a major for the first time in the school's history, which is kind of...