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Thurgood Marshall Memorial Lecture Series: "A Roadmap To Educational Excellence And Equity For Rhode Island 03-03-2022, Roger Williams University School Of Law Mar 2022

Thurgood Marshall Memorial Lecture Series: "A Roadmap To Educational Excellence And Equity For Rhode Island 03-03-2022, Roger Williams University School Of Law

School of Law Conferences, Lectures & Events

No abstract provided.


Introducing The Remote Mentoring Of Undergraduate Research Students (Rementurs) Workshop Series: Initial Evaluation And Plans For Wider Implementation, Elizabeth Sargent, Abid Shaikh, Karla Sue Marriott, Taysia Porter, Dawn N. Cannon-Rech, Shainaz M. Landge Jan 2022

Introducing The Remote Mentoring Of Undergraduate Research Students (Rementurs) Workshop Series: Initial Evaluation And Plans For Wider Implementation, Elizabeth Sargent, Abid Shaikh, Karla Sue Marriott, Taysia Porter, Dawn N. Cannon-Rech, Shainaz M. Landge

Justice Studies Faculty Publications

The primary objective of the Remote Mentoring of Undergraduate Research Students (ReMentURS) workshop series is to design a remotely available professional development training that will provide rigorous research concept and skills introduction to incoming undergraduate research students. This pilot run eight-week remote learning workshop series includes digital presentations, informational videos, virtual demonstrations, and aligned comprehension checks to foster student mindsets towards becoming independent research scientists. Preliminary assessment of the of ReMentURS program reveals that participants self-report gaining a variety of skills through the series and are likely to use the content in their future course and research laboratories. ReMentURS material …


Looking Behind Virtual Lenses: Field Experience, Modeling, Coaching, Partnerships, Supervision, And Feedback, Tamara Lynn, Shantel Farnan, Jessica A. Rueter, Adam Moore Jan 2022

Looking Behind Virtual Lenses: Field Experience, Modeling, Coaching, Partnerships, Supervision, And Feedback, Tamara Lynn, Shantel Farnan, Jessica A. Rueter, Adam Moore

Education Faculty Publications

Small special education programs (SSEPs) are composed of limited faculty tasked with educating interns dispersed across large geographical areas (Reid, 1994). These needs underscore a call for more flexible educational program options. Moreover, Kebritchi et al. (2017) found professors in higher education institutions sought a variety of instructional methods to critically respond to barriers experienced by SEPPs. The purpose of this article is to highlight virtual methods utilized by SSEPs for field experiences, modeling, coaching, feedback, supervision, and partnerships to leverage faculty expertise effectively and efficiently, to expand recruitment in programs, and to support teacher retention efforts. Using the Council …


Faculty-Led, Short-Term Study Abroad Programs: Stories And Dilemmas Of Practice, Susan L. Pasquarelli Jan 2022

Faculty-Led, Short-Term Study Abroad Programs: Stories And Dilemmas Of Practice, Susan L. Pasquarelli

Education Faculty Publications

This first-person narrative unifies one professor’s experiences in applying best-practices to implement faculty-led, short-term study abroad programs in Sicily and Rome. Building on published scholarly work, the article uncovers insights to benefit international faculty while designing and implementing culturally responsive, field-based learning experiences. This narrative focuses on the dilemmas and challenges to realize student learning outcomes given unavoidable quirks of the abroad site and inevitable unexpected issues that arise while shepherding college students from the culturally familiar to the strange.


A Call To Action: Education Driven Strategies For Successful Implementation Of Blue Economy Initiatives At Coastal Universities, Matthew Tallino Jan 2022

A Call To Action: Education Driven Strategies For Successful Implementation Of Blue Economy Initiatives At Coastal Universities, Matthew Tallino

Education Theses

Microplastic pollution impacts the earth’s oceans. Research at the deep sea and surface level, as well as research examining different bodies of water, indicates this problem is widespread. This research examines data from 2012 to the present to assess the impact the human stressor of microplastic has on marine ecosystems and ocean sampling and the insight that peer reviewed research on microplastics can provide as coastal universities create Blue Economy strategic action plans. Data indicates microplastics are a critical issue to the oceans overall health. The implications of the research are designed to target a variety of community members at …


Domestic Violence Blame Attributions Of Police Officers And College Students, Kyle Gamache Jan 2022

Domestic Violence Blame Attributions Of Police Officers And College Students, Kyle Gamache

Arts & Sciences Faculty Publications

This student explores domestic violence blame attributions of police officers and college students. A total of 387 college students from two institutions and 92 police officers were given the Domestic Violence Blame Attribution Scale (Petretic-Jackson et al., 1994). The results suggest that police officers and college students had significantly different ratings on the DVBS subscale scores, specifically that police officers had lower ratings of societal and perpetrator blame than college students. Continued exploration of the data showed that there were further differences within the samples. College students who had experienced domestic violence had different subscale scores than those that had …


The Virtualization Of Schooling During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Jared Brown, Kaila Folk, Jenna Swerdlow Nov 2021

The Virtualization Of Schooling During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Jared Brown, Kaila Folk, Jenna Swerdlow

Proceedings of the New York State Communication Association

Schooling is driven by economic, political, societal, and cynical inclinations. Education has no rest, and it is continuous, even outside of the classroom. One thing that interconnects these terms together is a narrative. The narrative gives meaning to the world and exerts an end goal of success and happiness. Yet, the only way to reach this shared goal is through intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships. Undoubtedly, the technological landscape in the 21st century is robust and evolving. When a natural force beyond human control corrupts every aspect of society, such as a pandemic, these technologies are relied upon for human interaction. …


Integrating Doctrine And Diversity Speaker Series: When Law School Classroom Discussions Of Diversity Issues Go Wrong, Roger Williams University School Of Law, City University Of New York School Of Law Oct 2021

Integrating Doctrine And Diversity Speaker Series: When Law School Classroom Discussions Of Diversity Issues Go Wrong, Roger Williams University School Of Law, City University Of New York School Of Law

School of Law Conferences, Lectures & Events

No abstract provided.


Law School News: Dean's Distinguished Service Award 2021: Ralph Tavares 05/28/2021, Michael M. Bowden May 2021

Law School News: Dean's Distinguished Service Award 2021: Ralph Tavares 05/28/2021, Michael M. Bowden

Life of the Law School (1993- )

No abstract provided.


Class Of 2020 Reunites For Commencement Celebration, Jill Rodrigues May 2021

Class Of 2020 Reunites For Commencement Celebration, Jill Rodrigues

Featured News Story

RWU celebrates the Class of 2020’s accomplishments and first year as alumni during a weekend of commencement celebrations.


Rwu Graduates Urged To Create Equity, Welcome Challenges And Dream Big, Jill Rodrigues May 2021

Rwu Graduates Urged To Create Equity, Welcome Challenges And Dream Big, Jill Rodrigues

Featured News Story

Local Indigenous leaders William Guy and Lorén Spears call on Class of 2021 and Class of 2020 to “be the change” and never “give up your dream”.


Rwu Students Capture Second Place In Student Advertising Competition, Jill Rodrigues May 2021

Rwu Students Capture Second Place In Student Advertising Competition, Jill Rodrigues

Featured News Story

Interdisciplinary team continues contest success, earning top-two finish in the regional round of the National Student Advertising Competition.


Law School News: Staff Person Of The Year 2021: Ann Marie Thompson 05/18/2021, Michael M. Bowden May 2021

Law School News: Staff Person Of The Year 2021: Ann Marie Thompson 05/18/2021, Michael M. Bowden

Life of the Law School (1993- )

No abstract provided.


Student Commencement Speaker Wants To Celebrate Resilience Of Class Of '21, Anna Cohen May 2021

Student Commencement Speaker Wants To Celebrate Resilience Of Class Of '21, Anna Cohen

Featured News Story

'We have grown and learned how to communicate and band together as a community. I wanted to really celebrate what we’ve gone through, and motivate us to face what is coming next,' says Shannon DeFranza '21, human rights advocate and National Vice President Elect of the American Institute of Architecture Students.


Awards Honor Rwu Students' Incredible Achievements This Year, Anna Cohen May 2021

Awards Honor Rwu Students' Incredible Achievements This Year, Anna Cohen

Featured News Story

On May 2, students, faculty and staff gathered in-person to celebrate outstanding student contributions and leadership, with families and friends attending virtually.


Rwu And Breakthrough Providence Partner To Launch A College Preparatory Academy For Underserved Providence High School Students, Jill Rodrigues May 2021

Rwu And Breakthrough Providence Partner To Launch A College Preparatory Academy For Underserved Providence High School Students, Jill Rodrigues

Featured News Story

Breakthrough Providence – College Bound Program at Roger Williams University will start in Fall 2021 at RWU’s Bristol and Providence campuses.


Cafe Alumni Give Back To Create Two New Student Investment Funds, Roger Williams University May 2021

Cafe Alumni Give Back To Create Two New Student Investment Funds, Roger Williams University

Featured News Story

Diverse new investment funds add further distinction for the Center for Advanced Financial Education (CAFE) program at the Mario J. Gabelli School of Business.


School Of Law Grad Walk & Virtual Ceremony 05/21/2021, Roger Williams University School Of Law, Michael M. Bowden, Jill Rodrigues May 2021

School Of Law Grad Walk & Virtual Ceremony 05/21/2021, Roger Williams University School Of Law, Michael M. Bowden, Jill Rodrigues

School of Law Commencement (1996- )

No abstract provided.


Celebrating Student Research And Academic Projects At Sash, Anna Cohen Apr 2021

Celebrating Student Research And Academic Projects At Sash, Anna Cohen

Featured News Story

Students presented their research and academic projects to faculty, staff, and their peers at the annual Student Academic Showcase and Honors (SASH,) a full-day celebration of student achievement.


Local Indigenous Leaders To Co-Deliver Commencement Address At Rwu, Judge Clifton To Address Rwu Law Graduates, Jill Rodrigues Apr 2021

Local Indigenous Leaders To Co-Deliver Commencement Address At Rwu, Judge Clifton To Address Rwu Law Graduates, Jill Rodrigues

Featured News Story

Commencement celebrations for RWU and RWU Law Class to feature in-person Grad Walks, graduates will be allowed to bring two guests to watch their processional and then depart campus.


'Doing My Part To End The Pandemic': Students And Alumni Step Up, Anna Cohen Apr 2021

'Doing My Part To End The Pandemic': Students And Alumni Step Up, Anna Cohen

Featured News Story

These RWU students and alums developed vaccination plans and launched a clinic. They’re processing Covid tests, calling those who test positive, making accessible face masks, and helping at-risk seniors. Their work may differ, but they are all motivated by a sense of urgency about mitigating – and ending – this pandemic.


Rwu Appoints Stephanie Akunvabey As Vice President For Equity And Inclusion And Chief Diversity Officer, Jill Rodrigues Apr 2021

Rwu Appoints Stephanie Akunvabey As Vice President For Equity And Inclusion And Chief Diversity Officer, Jill Rodrigues

Featured News Story

Akunvabey will provide strategic leadership and champion programs, policies and practices that support an anti-racist, diverse and equitable community across the university.


Rwu Selects Robert Griffin As Dean Of The School Of Engineering, Computing And Construction Management, Jill Rodrigues Apr 2021

Rwu Selects Robert Griffin As Dean Of The School Of Engineering, Computing And Construction Management, Jill Rodrigues

Featured News Story

As dean, Griffin will provide strategic leadership toward innovative program development and industry partnerships.


Rwu, Cvs Health Open Nominations For 2021 Executive Learning Series For Diverse Suppliers, Roger Williams University Mar 2021

Rwu, Cvs Health Open Nominations For 2021 Executive Learning Series For Diverse Suppliers, Roger Williams University

Featured News Story

New series for diverse business owners will start online on June 9 at RWU’s University College.


More Than Roger’S Wife: Writing Mary Williams Into The Historical Record, Jill Rodrigues Mar 2021

More Than Roger’S Wife: Writing Mary Williams Into The Historical Record, Jill Rodrigues

Featured News Story

The community is invited to discover the story of Mary Williams and the lives of other 17th-century women in England and New England on March 30.


Study Break In The Sunshine, Justin Wilder Mar 2021

Study Break In The Sunshine, Justin Wilder

Featured News Story

Undergraduate classes were cancelled last Thursday to take advantage of the beautiful day and everything our campus has to offer.


Double Seaweed Epithet Honors For Rwu Professor, Jill Rodrigues Mar 2021

Double Seaweed Epithet Honors For Rwu Professor, Jill Rodrigues

Featured News Story

Resident phycology expert Brian Wysor gets two species designated with his name.


Meet The Rbg Essay Contest Winners!, Michael M. Bowden Mar 2021

Meet The Rbg Essay Contest Winners!, Michael M. Bowden

Featured News Story

With drawings and essays, Rhode Island students answer the question, “How has Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg inspired me?”


An Exploration Of Slavery And Racial Justice Through ‘The Autobiography Of Miss Jane Pittman’, Roger Williams University Feb 2021

An Exploration Of Slavery And Racial Justice Through ‘The Autobiography Of Miss Jane Pittman’, Roger Williams University

Featured News Story

The Birss Memorial Program at RWU celebrates Ernest Gaines’ important work with virtual events and a digital exhibition open to the public.


New Crime Data Analytics Lab Will Develop Cutting-Edge Skills For Criminal Justice Professionals, Jill Rodrigues Feb 2021

New Crime Data Analytics Lab Will Develop Cutting-Edge Skills For Criminal Justice Professionals, Jill Rodrigues

Featured News Story

Crime analysis program at RWU's Justice System Training & Research Institute will train law enforcement in crime mapping, traffic safety analysis, and more to help agencies develop data-driven practices.