What emergency services are available in case of illness or injury?
[return to top] A registered nurse is on duty Monday-Friday, 8:30am-8:30pm; Saturday, 9am-5pm; Sundays and holidays, 12-7:30pm. A physician is on call every day and is in the office for one sick call hour each weekday. If there s an emergency when the Health Services office is closed, students are instructed to call the Department of Public Safety, located within the freshman Residence Hall complex. A trained officer will then respond with treatment or arrange for transportation to an appropriate medical facility. Questions may be directed to Health Services (401 454-6625), or Public Safety (401 454-6666 or -6376).