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Rwu Joins Planet Forward University Consortium, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jul 2014

Rwu Joins Planet Forward University Consortium, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Students gain multimedia journalism skills and produce original video content focused on sustainability challenges.


Fourth Of July Float Honors American Heroes, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jul 2014

Fourth Of July Float Honors American Heroes, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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A tribute to everyday patriots, orientation student staff and facilities staff collaborate on float for Bristol Fourth of July Parade.


Aviation Safety Invention Scores Top Faa Prize For Student Engineers, Jill Rodrigues Jun 2014

Aviation Safety Invention Scores Top Faa Prize For Student Engineers, Jill Rodrigues

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Roger Williams University engineering students earn national top honors for original wind shear detection device.


Slideshow: Luminaries And Rising Stars Light Up Global Heritage Hall, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jun 2014

Slideshow: Luminaries And Rising Stars Light Up Global Heritage Hall, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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LIVE@RWU Concert Series welcomes Freddy Cole, Aaron Diehl in inaugural season.


Make Peace, Find Love And Don’T Settle – With Words Of Advice, The Class Of 2014 Graduates, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University May 2014

Make Peace, Find Love And Don’T Settle – With Words Of Advice, The Class Of 2014 Graduates, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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During annual Commencement ceremony, Governor Chafee, University President Farish and others encourage graduates to seek opportunities and leave no regrets.


Reporting For Duty, Rwu’S First Journalism Grads, Jill Rodrigues May 2014

Reporting For Duty, Rwu’S First Journalism Grads, Jill Rodrigues

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While some schools shutter their journalism programs, RWU boasts versatile reporters ready to take on the shifting media terrain.


For 169 New Law Graduates, 'Welcome To A Great Profession', Public Affairs, Roger Williams University May 2014

For 169 New Law Graduates, 'Welcome To A Great Profession', Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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The Honorable Judith S. Kay – retired Chief Judge for the State of New York – reassures members of RWU Law Class of 2014 of the many opportunities to serve society, help individuals.


A Passionate Advocate For Social Justice, Jill Rodrigues May 2014

A Passionate Advocate For Social Justice, Jill Rodrigues

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Willie Borkai ’14 discovered a love for activism at RWU that will spring him into a budding career after Commencement.


With An Assist From Rwu, Tiverton To Launch Visioning Process At Stone Bridge, Brian E. Clark May 2014

With An Assist From Rwu, Tiverton To Launch Visioning Process At Stone Bridge, Brian E. Clark

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Students from Community Partnerships Center will base redevelopment scenarios for former gas station on input from Tiverton residents, officials.


A Celebration Of Student Projects For Local Communities, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University May 2014

A Celebration Of Student Projects For Local Communities, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Student efforts within local communities and around the globe showcased in the Community Engagement Celebration.


Self, Home And Belonging, Jill Rodrigues Apr 2014

Self, Home And Belonging, Jill Rodrigues

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Through a journey of self-exploration, acclaimed inaugural poet Richard Blanco shares his quest of finding himself and a country to call home.


Partnership To Aid In Cultivating Diverse Vendors For National Grid, Cvs, Brian E. Clark Apr 2014

Partnership To Aid In Cultivating Diverse Vendors For National Grid, Cvs, Brian E. Clark

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Curriculum created by Professional Education Center at the School of Continuing Studies will train diverse supply chain participants on essential skills for small business success.


For Student Investment Fund Managers, National Champions Times Two, Brian E. Clark Apr 2014

For Student Investment Fund Managers, National Champions Times Two, Brian E. Clark

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With a 36.17 percent return during 2013, finance students at Mario J. Gabelli School of Business capture top honors at GAME, RISE competitions.


Reflections From The Other Side Of The World, Jack Dunleavy Apr 2014

Reflections From The Other Side Of The World, Jack Dunleavy

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Pilot study abroad program at Kochi University lands junior Jack Dunleavy on a life-changing trip to Japan.


A Dream In Full Bloom, Melissa A. Patricio Apr 2014

A Dream In Full Bloom, Melissa A. Patricio

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Vivien Sin ’06 springs into New York Fashion Week as assistant designer for Marc Jacobs #MJDaisyChain Tweet Shop.


A Journey Into America’S Racial Divide, Jill Rodrigues Apr 2014

A Journey Into America’S Racial Divide, Jill Rodrigues

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In a thought-provoking and heartbreaking lecture, critically acclaimed documentary filmmaker David Wilson recounts exploring his family’s history of slavery.


Inaugural Poet Richard Blanco To Share His Works At Rwu On April 15, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Mar 2014

Inaugural Poet Richard Blanco To Share His Works At Rwu On April 15, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Public invited to free President’s Distinguished Speakers Series event with acclaimed Cuban-American poet Richard Blanco.


Opting For A Service-Centered Spring Break, Leah Catania Mar 2014

Opting For A Service-Centered Spring Break, Leah Catania

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An alternative to typical spring break trips, these community service projects delivered 53 students from New Orleans to Nicaragua to lend a hand.


A Tribute To The Ladies, Brian E. Clarke Mar 2014

A Tribute To The Ladies, Brian E. Clarke

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The legendary Cokie Roberts dishes on Martha, Dolley and our country’s Founding Mothers.


Grant To Rwu And Providence Schools To Aid Educators In Improving Math Proficiency, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Mar 2014

Grant To Rwu And Providence Schools To Aid Educators In Improving Math Proficiency, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Funds will support K-3 mathematics teachers serving English Language Learners in five Providence elementary schools.


Creating A Campus-Wide Social Justice Movement, Jill Rodrigues Mar 2014

Creating A Campus-Wide Social Justice Movement, Jill Rodrigues

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Inaugural Social Justice Summit brings together campus community to plan events, research and activities to effect change.


Acclaimed Journalist And Filmmaker David Wilson To Explore Race In America, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Mar 2014

Acclaimed Journalist And Filmmaker David Wilson To Explore Race In America, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Public invited to free President’s Distinguished Speakers Series event with award-winning documentary filmmaker David Wilson.


Lpi Data: Housing Costs Burdens Purchasing Power Of Latinos, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Feb 2014

Lpi Data: Housing Costs Burdens Purchasing Power Of Latinos, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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New data released by the Latino Policy Institute at Roger Williams University and HousingWorks RI reveals a persistent housing cost burden for Latino renter households in Rhode Island.


Spending Time With Roger After Dark, Leah Catania Feb 2014

Spending Time With Roger After Dark, Leah Catania

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RAD offers an alternative place to hang out Friday nights, away from the peer pressure to party hard.


Capturing The Communal American Experience In “The Grapes Of Wrath”, Jill Rodrigues Feb 2014

Capturing The Communal American Experience In “The Grapes Of Wrath”, Jill Rodrigues

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With the 14th annual John Howard Birss, Jr., Memorial Lecture Series and associated events underway, explore John Steinbeck’s celebrated novel in these vivid passages from “The Grapes of Wrath."


Ed Tech Partnership With Samsung Promotes Collaboration, Cost-Savings Via Cloud Computing, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jan 2014

Ed Tech Partnership With Samsung Promotes Collaboration, Cost-Savings Via Cloud Computing, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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New technology enhances collaborative learning, cutting-edge skills in the classroom and beyond.


Lessons From Slovakia, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jan 2014

Lessons From Slovakia, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Associate Professor of Communication Amiee Shelton teaches in the Slovak Republic via a Fulbright Scholar Award.


Rwu Law: New Dean, Reduced Tuition, Expanded Focus On Experiential Learning, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jan 2014

Rwu Law: New Dean, Reduced Tuition, Expanded Focus On Experiential Learning, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Affordable Excellence makes RWU Law a best-value law school; founding faculty member Michael J. Yelnosky to succeed David A. Logan as dean.