Graduate Stories

The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ 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 and faculty are scholars, researchers, scientists, architects, and more.

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  • Headshot of Kim Rakiec

    A Path to Success

    Kim Rakiec, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2013

    Kim Rakiec graduated with a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology degree in 2013. Now, she works as a clinical supervisor at the Seven Hills Foundation, an organization that provides support to children and adults with disabilities and significant life challenges. 

  • Headshot of Stephanie Shoppell

    Being There for Recovering Teens

    Stephanie Shoppell, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2016

    Stephanie Shoppell '16 uses her Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology degree in her career as an outpatient therapist for teens with co-occurring disorders, such as substance abuse and anxiety or depression. 

  • Headshot of Kelly Nevins

    Leadership in Action for Women's Rights

    Kelly Nevins, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2015

    Leadership Graduate Certificate

    Kelly Nevins '15 uses her leadership skills to work toward gender equity through systemic change in Rhode Island.

  • Melissa Russano

    Experimental Social Psychologist

    Melissa Russano, Professor

    Criminal Justice Major

    Since Dr. Melissa Russano came to ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, she’s been sharing her extensive expertise in the field of interrogation techniques with her students and the community.

  • A headshot of Whitney Belton

    A Culminating ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Experience

    Whitney Belton, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2018

    Architecture (M.Arch)

    Whitney Belton's ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ connection started as a high school junior in ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½'s Architecture Summer Academy. Today, she is a master's of architecture program graduate who is launching her career.

  • David Cameron on site

    On-Site With David Cameron

    David Cameron, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2012

    From the Gilbane Building Company field office in the heart of downtown Providence, David Cameron is overseeing the construction of a nine-story high-rise.

  • Headshot of Rebekah Snyder

    An Advocate for Survivors

    Rebekah Snyder, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2016

    Rebekah Snyder '16 supported 156 women in delivering their impact statements to confront disgraced USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar.

  • A headshot of Paul Pabis

    A Lifelong Learner

    Paul Pabis, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2017

    Leadership Graduate Certificate

    Paul Pabis isn’t just a believer in lifelong learning, he’s an embodiment of it. Since earning an initial degree from ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, Paul has come back twice to further his skills, knowledge and career opportunities.

  • Farbod Farhadi

    Q&A: The MBA Experience

    Farbod Farhadi, Associate Professor of Marketing, MBA Program Coordinator

    Business Administration (M.B.A.)

    At ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, it's not just about getting an MBA degree, it's about becoming a leader in business. ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½'s program provides this for students.

  • Headshot of Lauren

    Down by the Water

    Lauren Sieving, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2018

    Architecture (M.Arch)

    Lauren Sieving takes full advantage of ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½'s waterfront campus by jumping into a wetsuit and exploring the underwater world of Mt. Hope Bay.