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2015

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Race In America, Then And Now: Reflections On The Impact Of The Selma-To-Montgomery March, Jill Rodrigues Dec 2015

Race In America, Then And Now: Reflections On The Impact Of The Selma-To-Montgomery March, Jill Rodrigues

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‘Freedom Journey’ exhibit and panel discussion examine the legacy of the historic 1965 events.


Our Racial Moment Of Truth: Pulitzer Prize Winner Isabel Wilkerson To Visit Rwu On Dec. 3, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Nov 2015

Our Racial Moment Of Truth: Pulitzer Prize Winner Isabel Wilkerson To Visit Rwu On Dec. 3, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Public invited to President’s Distinguished Speakers Series event featuring renowned author and journalist, one of the leading voices on race and equality in America.


Under Cover: The Art Of The Book With Rwu Librarians Lindsey Gumb And Heidi Benedict, Melissa Patricio Nov 2015

Under Cover: The Art Of The Book With Rwu Librarians Lindsey Gumb And Heidi Benedict, Melissa Patricio

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Creative Writing students go behind the pages to learn the basics of bookbinding.


From Past To Present: Photographs Explore Change In Bristol, Jill Rodrigues Nov 2015

From Past To Present: Photographs Explore Change In Bristol, Jill Rodrigues

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A Roger Williams University project, in collaboration with the Bristol Historical & Preservation Society and Bristol Art Museum, examines town’s evolution throughout history in photographic exhibition and panel discussion.


Richard L. Bready Mount Hope Bay Sailing And Education Center 'Puts Rwu On The Map', Melissa A. Patricio Oct 2015

Richard L. Bready Mount Hope Bay Sailing And Education Center 'Puts Rwu On The Map', Melissa A. Patricio

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Multifunction facility to serve as a home for top ranked sailing team and a resource for STEM education.


Rwu Arboretum A Reality As Campus Earns Accreditation, Jill Rodrigues Oct 2015

Rwu Arboretum A Reality As Campus Earns Accreditation, Jill Rodrigues

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Home to more than 30 species of native and specimen trees, the RWU campus becomes an internationally accredited arboretum.


Reflecting On The 13th Amendment, 150 Years Later, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Sep 2015

Reflecting On The 13th Amendment, 150 Years Later, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Panel discussions, film screenings and guest lecturers to provide myriad opportunities for the community to engage in informed dialogue around the amendment ratified in December 1865 that abolished slavery in America.


Acclaimed Pianist, Composer Justin Kauflin To Perform Live@Rwu Series On Sept. 10, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Aug 2015

Acclaimed Pianist, Composer Justin Kauflin To Perform Live@Rwu Series On Sept. 10, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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One night earlier, Live@RWU to partner with Cable Car Cinema & Café in Providence for screening of “Keep on Keepin’ On."


Tradition Of Service Continues With Community Connections, Melissa A. Patricio Aug 2015

Tradition Of Service Continues With Community Connections, Melissa A. Patricio

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Freshmen glean new experiences, reap new skills from day of service.


The Proof Is In The Pudding: Rwu Among Top 10 College Dining Halls, Marissa Downes Jul 2015

The Proof Is In The Pudding: Rwu Among Top 10 College Dining Halls, Marissa Downes

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Once again, the Dining Commons and Bon Appetit are lauded for locally sourced ingredients and diverse selection of standout dishes.


‘The House That Generosity Built’, Melissa A. Patricio May 2015

‘The House That Generosity Built’, Melissa A. Patricio

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Donor-funded sailing center to debut on RWU campus early this summer.


In The Name Of Autism Awareness... On Your Mark, Get Set, Decorate!, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Mar 2015

In The Name Of Autism Awareness... On Your Mark, Get Set, Decorate!, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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At the ICC's 5th Annual Cake Off on April 11, teams can put their culinary skills to the test in support of National Autism Awareness Month.


Esteemed Teacher, Diversity Trainer Jane Elliott To Visit Rwu On March 30, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Mar 2015

Esteemed Teacher, Diversity Trainer Jane Elliott To Visit Rwu On March 30, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Visit from “Blue Eyes/Brown Eyes” creator comes as part of the President’s Distinguished Speakers Series and 150 Years Later: The 13th Amendment & Race in America.


The 13th Amendment’S Legacy: Leonard Pitts Jr. To Lead March 23 Panel On Race, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Mar 2015

The 13th Amendment’S Legacy: Leonard Pitts Jr. To Lead March 23 Panel On Race, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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As part of the President’s Distinguished Speakers Series, experts from Harvard, Connecticut College and the RWU faculty to join the acclaimed writer during his second visit to the University.


On Spring Break, Trading Sun And Sand For Service Learning, Lynda Curtis Mar 2015

On Spring Break, Trading Sun And Sand For Service Learning, Lynda Curtis

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From Providence to Pittsburgh to Peru, more than 130 students ditch beach towels and opt for tool belts this week as part of Alternative Spring Break projects.


In An Inequitable Election Process, How To Regain The 'Equal Vote', Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Feb 2015

In An Inequitable Election Process, How To Regain The 'Equal Vote', Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Attorney and activist Lawrence Lessig calls upon college students to fight for change to make campaign-funding a fair process.


On March 2, Best-Selling Author Nicholas Carr To Explore The Ubiquity Of Technology, Sabrina Polin Feb 2015

On March 2, Best-Selling Author Nicholas Carr To Explore The Ubiquity Of Technology, Sabrina Polin

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With themes from 'The Circle' – this year’s Common Reading selection – as guide, Carr will examine the intersection of humanity and technology.


Free Will, Anger And Murder: Examining "Native Son" 75 Years Later, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Feb 2015

Free Will, Anger And Murder: Examining "Native Son" 75 Years Later, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Celebrated in the annual John Howard Birss, Jr. Memorial Lecture Series, the novel explores themes of racial profiling and disenfranchisement.


On Money, Politics & Corruption: Scholar, Activist Lawrence Lessig To Visit Rwu On Feb. 23, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Feb 2015

On Money, Politics & Corruption: Scholar, Activist Lawrence Lessig To Visit Rwu On Feb. 23, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Public invited to free President’s Distinguished Speakers Series event featuring
acclaimed free thinker and visionary.


Meet The Learning Commons: A One-Stop Shop For Academic, Technology Needs, Sabrina Polin Feb 2015

Meet The Learning Commons: A One-Stop Shop For Academic, Technology Needs, Sabrina Polin

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Integration of new Media Tech and Library Information centers transforms the Library’s first floor.


How To Talk About Race Without Starting A Riot: David Wilson Returns To Rwu, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Feb 2015

How To Talk About Race Without Starting A Riot: David Wilson Returns To Rwu, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Acclaimed journalist and filmmaker kicks off spring semester’s President’s Distinguished Speakers Series events and a yearlong series titled “150 Years Later: The 13th Amendment & Race in America."


Students’ Free Speech Campaign Reaches Around The World, Kevin Terbush Feb 2015

Students’ Free Speech Campaign Reaches Around The World, Kevin Terbush

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By getting people to share what they're thankful to be “#Free2Think” about, students launch an international human rights campaign.


University First In R.I. To Partner With Day One On Sexual Assault Prevention & Response, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jan 2015

University First In R.I. To Partner With Day One On Sexual Assault Prevention & Response, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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First agreement of its type in Rhode Island adds Day One’s expertise to University’s efforts in preventing sexual assault incidents and supporting on-campus victims.


For State’S Lego Robotics Winners, Champions Award And A Head Start On College Tuition, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jan 2015

For State’S Lego Robotics Winners, Champions Award And A Head Start On College Tuition, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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More than 300 local elementary and middle school students tested their robotics and research skills in Rhode Island championship held at RWU.


University Named To President's Honor Roll For Community Service, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jan 2015

University Named To President's Honor Roll For Community Service, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Award recognizes service efforts in 2014, including the 10th annual Community Connections program, which took place last August.