Undergraduate 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 are independent thinkers, scholars, leaders, scientists, architects, artists, researchers, world travelers, athletes, and more.

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  • A headshot of Elizabeth LeMasters

    Fighting Infectious Disease

    Elizabeth LeMasters, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2010

    Chemistry Major

    Although ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ 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, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2017

    Biology Major

    At ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, 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, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2017

    Dance and Performance Studies Major

    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 Major

    At ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ 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, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2000

    Construction Management Major

    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, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2016

    Marketing Major

    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 ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ prepared him to land a job at Zeal Hockey.

  • A headshot of Reggie Estinvil

    Combining Marketing and Music

    Reggie Estinvil, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2017

    Music Major

    At ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, 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, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2011

    Criminal Justice Major

    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.

  • A headshot of Phil Devitt

    Breaking into the Field

    Phil Devitt, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2009

    Communication & Media Studies Major

    Many of our students find that getting involved on the Roger Williams campus often provides key experiences and skills they can use to build the skills employers want in order to secure future jobs.

  • A headshot of Daymar Rosser

    A Champion Networker

    Daymar Rosser, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Class of 2018

    Public Relations Major

    At ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, we actively seek students who are willing challenge themselves, try new things and develop real-world experience. Daymar Rosser, a West Philadelphia native who was captain when ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½'s National Polo Team went on a championship run, is a prime example.