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MNS Research to Investigate Mercury Levels in Local Fish
June 10, 2013Public Affairs Staff
Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Foundation awards grant to RWU faculty/student team to fund research that will help update state’s fish consumption advisories.
Discover Newport Honors University with Governor's Tourism Achievement Award
May 21, 2013Public Affairs Staff
RWU honored for serving as an economic driver and ‘a major catalyst for travel’ in Newport and Bristol counties.
For Class of 2013 Grads, an Entreaty to Follow in the Footsteps of Roger Williams
May 18, 2013Public Affairs Staff
Author and historian John Barry, other speakers encourage students to honor the legacy of the university’s namesake in the years to come.
For 164 New RWU Law Graduates, 'The Keys to the Gates of Justice'
May 17, 2013Michael M. Bowden
Legendary civil rights attorney Morris Dees urges members of the School of Law Class of 2013 to fight for justice.
A Passion for People, Public Health
May 16, 2013Kaleigh Wilson '13
Emily D'Iorio '13 parlays her major and penchant for helping others into a graduate school acceptance to pursue a public health career.
Means to Her Dreams
May 16, 2013Jill Rodrigues '05
ILA scholar Bre’Anna Metts-Nixon ’13 encourages students to pursue higher education in spite of life’s challenges.
From the Lab to the Stage
May 15, 2013Jenna Mulvey ’13
Biology major Samantha Casale details the honor of singing the national anthem at this year’s Commencement Ceremony.
The Power of Youth
May 14, 2013Jill Rodrigues ’05
With a diploma fresh in hand, Laura Dushkin ’13 heads for Costa Rica to inspire youth leadership through community development and conservation projects.
Her Time to Shine
May 14, 2013Melissa A. Patricio
Student Commencement Speaker Clare Harmon '13 overcame a lifetime of challenges to cross the Commencement stage, citing hard work and service to others as keys to success.
Building a Path to Education and Employment
May 13, 2013Jill Rodrigues ’05
As RWU's first LAB graduate awaits his degree on May 18, construction management major Elsch Maisoh reflects on the major building projects he has managed and professional awards he has earned working with Gilbane Building Company.