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Cirincione: 'Nuclear Nightmares' Threaten Planetary Destruction, Melissa A. Patricio Nov 2013

Cirincione: 'Nuclear Nightmares' Threaten Planetary Destruction, Melissa A. Patricio

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Ploughshares Fund President, global security expert Joseph Cirincione outlines nuclear threats, predicts progress with Iran at President's Distinguished Speakers Series lecture.


Evolution In Real Time: Studying Marine Viruses In Mount Hope Bay, Jill Rodrigues Oct 2013

Evolution In Real Time: Studying Marine Viruses In Mount Hope Bay, Jill Rodrigues

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Faculty-student collaborative research examines the evolution of marine viruses.


Lpi Data: Latino Population To Sustain Future Workforce, But Is Rhode Island Ready?, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Oct 2013

Lpi Data: Latino Population To Sustain Future Workforce, But Is Rhode Island Ready?, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Infographic from RWU's Latino Policy Institute shows that Latinos play bigger role in State's labor force but need opportunity to close education, skills gaps.


Reinventing The Written Word In Found Poetry, Leah Catania Oct 2013

Reinventing The Written Word In Found Poetry, Leah Catania

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Cut-and-paste and erasure creations render new poetic works from familiar texts.


Nathaniel Philbrick’S Insights Into Early American History, Jill Rodrigues Oct 2013

Nathaniel Philbrick’S Insights Into Early American History, Jill Rodrigues

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Historian and award-winning author explores how America emerged from bloody conflicts in the culmination of the 2013 Common Reading program.


In Photos Across Campus, University’S Diversity On Display, Alexandria Wojtanowski Oct 2013

In Photos Across Campus, University’S Diversity On Display, Alexandria Wojtanowski

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Six students, working alongside Professor Stephan Brigidi, create a photo documentary exhibit celebrating the many faces of the RWU community.


“Breaking Bad” Family Values: Survival And The Slippery Slope, Alexandria Wojtanowski Oct 2013

“Breaking Bad” Family Values: Survival And The Slippery Slope, Alexandria Wojtanowski

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RWU faculty deconstruct, analyze AMC’s hit show about a man driven to drug dealing in the name of family – without spoilers!


Sylvia Earle: Ocean Life Makes Human Life Possible, Jill Rodrigues Sep 2013

Sylvia Earle: Ocean Life Makes Human Life Possible, Jill Rodrigues

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Legendary oceanographer and marine scientist lauds RWU for marine
biology and aquaculture programs as a leading example of research and conservation efforts.


Alumnus Honored By White House As 'Champion Of Change', Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Sep 2013

Alumnus Honored By White House As 'Champion Of Change', Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Joseph McKenna '11 awarded for his success empowering Texas youths with emergency preparedness skills.


School Of Continuing Studies Expands Portfolio With Launch Of Professional Education Center, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Sep 2013

School Of Continuing Studies Expands Portfolio With Launch Of Professional Education Center, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Starting this fall, working professionals, career changers and entrepreneurs can gain new skills with wide selection of certificate programs, sessions and seminars.


New Rwu Law Clinic Provides Free Legal Services To Local Community, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Sep 2013

New Rwu Law Clinic Provides Free Legal Services To Local Community, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Community-driven economic development initiatives are focus of law school’s newest experiential learning opportunity.


Better Citizens Through Poetry, Jill Rodrigues Sep 2013

Better Citizens Through Poetry, Jill Rodrigues

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State poet Rick Benjamin shares how poetry teaches us about citizenship as part of the Mary Tefft White Cultural Center: Talking in the Library Series.


For Graduate Education Alumna, Rhode Island ‘Teacher Of The Year’ Kudos, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Sep 2013

For Graduate Education Alumna, Rhode Island ‘Teacher Of The Year’ Kudos, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Business and computer education teacher now contending for National Teacher of the Year.


Cpc Feasibility Study Lauded As Bristol Lands Funds For Maritime Center, Melissa A. Patricio Sep 2013

Cpc Feasibility Study Lauded As Bristol Lands Funds For Maritime Center, Melissa A. Patricio

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R.I. Sen. Jack Reed announces $861,000 Boating Infrastructure Grant to convert Bristol’s historic Naval Armory into a destination for transient boaters.


University, Samsung Partner On Groundbreaking Ed Tech Initiative, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Sep 2013

University, Samsung Partner On Groundbreaking Ed Tech Initiative, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Starting with SAAHP and Continuing Studies, project aims to create collaborative learning environments, reduce technology costs for students and set new standards for “affordable excellence” in higher education.


Legendary Oceanographer To Kick Off Marine Biology's 40th Anniversary, Brian E. Clark Sep 2013

Legendary Oceanographer To Kick Off Marine Biology's 40th Anniversary, Brian E. Clark

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President’s Distinguished Speakers Series event on Sept. 25 will feature National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Sylvia Earle.


Lpi Research: Ri Latino Youth Grade Levels Behind Peers, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Aug 2013

Lpi Research: Ri Latino Youth Grade Levels Behind Peers, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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RWU’s Latino Policy Institute releases new research report and recommendations for delivering academic excellence in Urban Public Schools.


Rwu Lends A Helping Hand, Jill Rodrigues Aug 2013

Rwu Lends A Helping Hand, Jill Rodrigues

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Ninth Annual Community Connections engages incoming students with a day of service.


From Justice Kagan, A Glimpse At Life On The Supreme Court, Michael M. Bowden Aug 2013

From Justice Kagan, A Glimpse At Life On The Supreme Court, Michael M. Bowden

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For first-year students at RWU Law, Kagan’s visit meant an insider’s perspective
on the Supreme Court in their first days of law school.


Rwu School Of Continuing Studies Partners With Ri Dept. Of Labor And Training, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Aug 2013

Rwu School Of Continuing Studies Partners With Ri Dept. Of Labor And Training, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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15 RWU Certificate Programs now included on the Eligible Training Providers List by the State Workforce Investment Office.


University Formally Partners With Housingworks Ri, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jul 2013

University Formally Partners With Housingworks Ri, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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RWU awards $50,000 grant to HousingWorks RI and begins integration into its University Relations Division.


Reviving Bay Life, Jill Rodrigues Jul 2013

Reviving Bay Life, Jill Rodrigues

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With support via the R.I. Science and Technology Advisory Council, MNS faculty members partner on projects to improve state's marine ecosystem.


Rwu’S Rhode Island Tribute Triumphs At Bristol Parade, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jul 2013

Rwu’S Rhode Island Tribute Triumphs At Bristol Parade, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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For the third year in a row, the RWU Orientation Advisors’ float has captured the Best in Parade Award.


A Monumental Tribute To The Ocean State, Leah Catania Jul 2013

A Monumental Tribute To The Ocean State, Leah Catania

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How many Rhode Island landmarks can you name on the road trip from Newport to Providence? See if you can spot them all when you go to Bristol’s 228th Annual Fourth of July Celebration.


Alumni Weekend, In Words And Images, Leah Catania Jun 2013

Alumni Weekend, In Words And Images, Leah Catania

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Even a tropical storm and coastal flooding couldn’t keep Roger Williams alumni from their treasured summer tradition.


How To Survive The Zombie Reckoning, Jill Rodrigues Jun 2013

How To Survive The Zombie Reckoning, Jill Rodrigues

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Associate Professor Paul Bender, an expert in post-apocalyptic fiction, shares insights from resourcefulness to group liability sure to be handy for any collapse of civilization.


Checking In With… Marine Biology Alumnus Bill Geraghty ’78, Brian E. Clark Jun 2013

Checking In With… Marine Biology Alumnus Bill Geraghty ’78, Brian E. Clark

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Oyster gardening initiative prompts memories from longtime supporter of Marine and Natural Sciences.


Mns Research To Investigate Mercury Levels In Local Fish, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jun 2013

Mns Research To Investigate Mercury Levels In Local Fish, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Foundation awards grant to RWU faculty/student team to fund research that will help update state’s fish consumption advisories.


Rwu Continuing Studies And Ri Veterans Affairs Partner, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University May 2013

Rwu Continuing Studies And Ri Veterans Affairs Partner, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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For state's veterans, partnership offers greater access to Continuing Studies degree programs.


Discover Newport Honors University With Governor's Tourism Achievement Award, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University May 2013

Discover Newport Honors University With Governor's Tourism Achievement Award, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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RWU honored for serving as an economic driver and ‘a major catalyst for travel’ in Newport and Bristol counties.