Undergraduate Stories

The Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±×ÊÁÏ student experience is packed with hands-on projects, real-world opportunities, unique program offerings, personalized interactions with faculty, and much more. All of it meant to help students discover their passions while preparing for a successful career and a fulfilling life. Our students are independent thinkers, scholars, leaders, scientists, architects, artists, researchers, world travelers, athletes, and more.

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  • A headshot of Mary Dinnean

    Making an Impact

    Mary Dinnean, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±×ÊÁÏ Class of 2018

    Public Health

    Mary Dinnean, who graduated with bachelors degrees in psychology and public health, made an impact as a student addressing social justice and public health issues. In fact, she received a national award for her service. She's now a graduate student at Boston University School of Public Health.

  • A headshot of Mikayla Barnwell

    Saving the Bay

    Mikayla Barnwell, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±×ÊÁÏ Class of 2018

    Marine Biology

    "With such an easy transfer process, transitioning to Roger Williams was everything I could have hoped for and more. I fell in love with the town of Bristol, embraced the small community atmosphere, joined the rowing team, and was even able to study abroad in Bermuda!"

  • A headshot of Elizabeth LeMasters

    Fighting Infectious Disease

    Elizabeth LeMasters, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±×ÊÁÏ Class of 2010

    Chemistry

    Although Roger Williams University is now more than 1,000 miles away, Elizabeth LeMasters knows that is where she began her journey to becoming an Association of Public Health Laboratories CDC Emerging Infectious Disease Fellow.

  • A headshot of Mary Yurkevicius

    Meaningful Research

    Mary Yurkevicius, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±×ÊÁÏ Class of 2017

    Biology

    At Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±×ÊÁÏ, students are given opportunities to translate their education into meaningful research that can benefit the community. Mary Yurkevicius has been researching health benefits of various fish species in the Narragansett Bay for the past four years.

  • A headshot of Cayley Dorr

    Exploring Refuge

    Cayley Dorr, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±×ÊÁÏ Class of 2017

    Dance and Performance Studies

    Learning an art form is a difficult task in and of itself, but using that art form as a tool for social justice is the work of artistic activism. Cayley Dorr worked with Professor Cathy Nicoli and her Advanced Choreography class to express what they’d learned about the refugee crisis through the medium they are passionate about.

  • A headshot of Kamille Gentles-Peart, Ph.D.

    Incorporating Real-World Lessons

    Kamille Gentles-Peart, Ph.D., Associate Professor

    Communication & Media Studies

    At Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±×ÊÁÏ our faculty incorporate real world topics that underscore classroom lessons, making the work both relevant and impactful. Dr. Gentles-Peart strives to make her classwork applicable for all students.

  • A headshot of Bill Tracey

    Staying Connected

    Bill Tracey, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±×ÊÁÏ Class of 2000

    Construction Management

    With an alumni base that’s constantly growing throughout the state, country and around the world, it’s easy to get and stay connected. Bill Tracey, a Construction Management alumnus and President of Trac Builders in Providence, knows the importance of these connections.

  • A headshot of Kevin Cameron

    Prepared for a Career

    Kevin Cameron, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±×ÊÁÏ Class of 2016

    Marketing

    When our students graduate, they’re ready to tackle the world and build a successful career. Kevin Cameron talks about how his hands-on experience while at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±×ÊÁÏ prepared him to land a job at Zeal Hockey.

  • A headshot of Reggie Estinvil

    Combining Marketing and Music

    Reggie Estinvil, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±×ÊÁÏ Class of 2017

    Music

    At Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±×ÊÁÏ, we encourage you to pursue your interests with another major or minor that will give you an edge on your career path. Reggie Estinvil, a senior from Holbrook, Massachusetts, is a perfect example.

  • A headshot of Jospeh Mckenna

    The Foundation for a Successful Career in Criminal Justice

    Joseph Mckenna, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±×ÊÁÏ Class of 2011

    Criminal Justice

    Joseph McKenna says it was his hand-on, personalized experience in the Roger Williams' Criminal Justice program that laid the foundation for his success as an associate director of research and evaluation for the Texas School Safety Center.