Corporate Scholars Program

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Since the Corporate Scholars Program's inception in 2011, it has raised nearly $1.4 million from over 100 corporate partners.

We look forward to bringing students and donors together for our annual scholarship dinner in February 2025. This unique program directs annual support from local and regional businesses to students studying in a wide range of disciplines. This annual reception provides students with the opportunity to meet industry leaders in their aspiring professions. 

2023-2024 Donors

With gratitude, we recognize the following 2023-2024 donors: 

  • Anchor Insulation Co.
  • Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.
  • Atlantic Elevator South Co Inc.
  • Barnes & Noble
  • Bartlett Tree Experts
  • Bristol Bagel Works, Ltd.
  • CBIZ MHM, LLC
  • F & S Electric Inc
  • Gil's Appliances
  • Jimmy Stuart Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners, Inc.
  • Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage Inc.

Investing in Tomorrow's Leaders Today

Roger Williams University Corporate Scholars Program

The Corporate Scholars Program is a unique initiative designed to offer businesses a distinctive role in supporting promising students who need financial assistance in order to pursue their educational goals. Roger Williams University provides more than 95% of its students with some form of financial aid. Still, the cost of education is on the rise nationally, and the need for additional scholarship resources continues to grow.

By supporting the Roger Williams University Annual Fund through the Corporate Scholars Program, your business will make a sound investment in the education of today’s students and their educational achievements as tomorrow’s leaders. Your commitment will lay the foundation for their success as they become productive citizens of the communities in which they live and work.

Please support the Corporate Scholars Program at Roger Williams University and help a qualified student afford the education they so deserve. Gifts to the program are welcomed at all levels and will be recognized in a variety of ways. In addition, representatives from your business will be invited to attend a scholarship celebration event with the RWU community, including students, alumni, administration, and donors.

For more information and to participate in the Corporate Scholars Program, please contact Lauren Tierney Swensen, Director of Annual Giving at (401) 254-3262 / lswensen@rwu.edu .