Commuter & Off-Campus Living
At Roger Williams University, we value all of our students and want them to to be involved, whether they live on campus, in non-university housing, or commute. We want RWU to be a place where all students are welcome and find the resources they need.
Connecting as a Commuter
Our commuter students are an important and vital part of the Roger Williams University community. Each commuter student is different and the University wants to support your life as you balance your courses, traveling to campus, employment, family obligations and your college life.
Getting Connected
Whether living on or off campus, we want all students to get the most out of their college experience. All clubs, organizations, athletic teams, intramurals, and events are open to all students and we encourage you to get involve. Check out the Student Programs, Leadership & Orientation Office to learn more about clubs and organizations or stop by the office in the Recreation Center to talk to someone.
Commuters in Action
Commuters in Action is a student club for commuter students. The club’s mission is to provide a place that commuters can call home on campus; not a room, but a group of diverse individuals who come together for the purpose of social interaction. The club hosts events and promotes campus engagement. You can sign up for the club at the Involvement Fair held at the beginning of each semester or by emailing cia@g.rwu.edu.
Commuter Assistants
Commuter Assistants (CAs) are returning commuter students who provide support, advice, and mentorship to first year students. The CAs look forward to sharing their experiences as commuters and getting to know the new members of RWU’s commuter community! CAs will connect with all first year commuter students at the start of the school year!
Questions, email studentlife@rwu.edu
Transportation & Parking
Find all the information you need on transportation including information on public bus transportation, Zipcars, university shuttle service, parking passes, and electronic vehicle charging stations located on campus.
Academic & Student Life Resources
Find the information you need on some of the resources available to you as an RWU student including information on health insurance, important dates on the academic calendar, meal plans, and commuter lockers.
Policies & Rules
Find the information you need on rules and policies that come with living off campus in non-university housing, including RWU's Good Neighbor Policy and Rhode Island Social Host Law.
Events
There are events on campus every single day -- from scholarly lectures and author readings to sporting events, movies, and concerts.
Campus Space Supporting Commuters
There are places throughout our campus where students can find a comfortable space to "hang out." Please note that space capacity exists in each location.
Library – first and second floors
Commuter Lounge – located on garden level of Stonewall Terrace Building 4
Rec Center Room - located on the second floor past the Gym and Pool: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
GHH Atrium
GHH second floor
GHH small conference rooms
Library Instructional Lab – third floor
Sailing Center – Mondays all day; Tuesday through Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Student Senate Chambers – in the Recreation Center by the Radio Station: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
SECCM – first floor lobby
SECCM Lab Building – first and second floor lobbies
Student Development Building - located across from Cedar Hall
North Residence Hall - first floor lounge
Intercultural Center - located in Maple Hall, equipped with kitchen
Our commuter students are an important and vital part of the Roger Williams University community. Each commuter student is different and the University wants to support your life as you balance your courses, traveling to campus, employment, family obligations and your college life
Contact
Please contact Debbie Knapman (dknapman@rwu.edu) with any questions about commuter life!