Women's Soccer to Host TCCC Finals, Football Time Change Nov 2, 2007
BEVERLY, MA - The Endicott women's soccer team will be gunning for its fifth-consecutive TCCC title on Saturday, as the Gulls will host Roger Williams University at 1:00 p.m. Endicott defeated Gordon College, 2-0, on Wednesday to earn a spot in the conference finals. The Endicott football game against the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, originally scheduled for a 12:00 noon kick-off, will be pushed back to a 5:30 p.m. start to accommodate the women's soccer final. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls Glide Past Hawks, 3-1 Nov 2, 2007
BEVERLY, MA - The Endicott women's volleyball team defeated the fifth-seeded Roger Williams University Hawks, 3-1, on Thursday night to advance to The Commonwealth Coast Conference Finals. The Gulls will host second-seeded Colby-Sawyer College on Saturday afternoon in Beverly, Massachusetts. (Ecgulls.com)
With Dems' split, 1st is hottest race in the city Nov 2, 2007
"When the ground shifts, the foundation cracks. [And] one of the best things New Britain is known for is its water. I would do everything I could to protect it." Gerratana is 22, fresh out of Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I. He just married - Oct. 6 - to Jessica Roberti of Greenville, R.I. Gerratana is the son of well-known orthopedic surgeon Frank Gerratana and five-term state Rep. Theresa Gerratana. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Gulls Advance to Sixth-Straight Title Game Nov 1, 2007
The top-seeded Gulls will host the No. 3 seed Roger Williams University in the TCCC Finals on Saturday afternoon at 1:00 p.m. The Hawks upset Western New England College, 1-0, on Wednesday to advance to the championship game. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls Hold Off Eastern Nazarene, 3-1 Oct 31, 2007
Endicott returns to action on Thursday evening as they will host #5 Roger Williams University. The Hawks upset the University of New England on Tuesday, 3-1. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls Fall in TCCC Finals Oct 30, 2007
Roger Williams University downs Endicott to win TCCC Title ... BRISTOL, RI - For the second straight season Roger Williams University has captured The Commonwealth Coast Conference Championship, as the Hawks downed the Gulls, 9-0, on Sunday afternoon in Bristol, Rhode Island. (Ecgulls.com)
Trio of Gulls Earn Weekly Honors Oct 30, 2007
Hall added 51 assists and six digs in a three-game sweep of University of New England, and then tallied nine digs and two blocks in a four-game win over Roger Williams University. Hall averaged 12. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls Sweep Nor'easters, Down Hawks Oct 28, 2007
In Endicott's second match of the day, the Gulls squared-off with Roger Williams University. A victory would assure EC the No. 1 seed in the upcoming TCCC playoffs. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls Rally to Beat Colby-Sawyer, 6-3 Oct 27, 2007
The victory propels the Gulls into The Commonwealth Coast Conference Finals where they will take on the No. 1 seeded Roger Williams University Hawks. Game time is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoon in Bristol, R.I. RWU defeated Endicott, 6-3, on September 15th in their only meeting of the season. (Ecgulls.com)
Blue and Green Earn Top Seed in TCCC Playoffs Oct 26, 2007
In addition, #2 Western New England (13-4-2, 10-1-2) will host #7 Colby-Sawyer College (8-8-2, 6-6-1), #3 Roger Williams University (13-4-1, 10-2-1) will host #6 Wentworth (8-7-2, 8-4-1) and #4 Curry (13-4-1, 9-3-1) will host #5 Gordon (12-5-1, 9-3-1). One tiebreaker was applied in determining the seeds. (Ecgulls.com)
Endicott Sneaks Past Chargers, 3-2 Oct 25, 2007
Endicott will host the University of New England and Roger Williams University beginning at 11:00 a.m.. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls to Host Gordon in TCCC Opening Round on Tuesday Oct 16, 2007
Roger Williams University has claimed the top seed for The Commonwealth Coast Conference (TCCC) women's tennis championship, which begins with quarterfinal matchups on campus sites Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. The Hawks (11-1 overall) earned the top spot in the upcoming TCCC tournament after posting a perfect 10-0 record in conference play. RWU will host eighth-seeded Curry College (3-11 overall, 3-7 TCCC) in Bristol, R.I. Roger Williams claimed a 9-0 victory in the teams' regular-season... (Ecgulls.com)
Rhode Island colleges pledge aid for children of nightclub fire victins Oct 11, 2007
The four other participating schools are the New England Institute of Technology, Bryant University, Roger Williams University, and Salve Regina. Though the fund facilitated the scholarships pledges, the schools will be responsible for setting up their own scholarship programs, Derderian said. (Boston Globe)
Gulls Soar to Win Over Fighting Scots Oct 10, 2007
Gordon returns to action on Saturday when the Scots head to Roger Williams University to take on the Hawks at 12:30 pm. The Gulls return to the field Thursday when they host Regis College at 4:00 pm on the turf. (Ecgulls.com)
Fabricating Hate Speech Oct 10, 2007
He was born and raised in Brooklyn, N.Y., and graduated summa cum laude from Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I.. Reader Comments: (0)There are no comments posted yet. (Human Events Online)
Defender in training Oct 9, 2007
" Documented status made a big difference for Ibarra, as he was finally able to pursue a college education, and eventually work in the office of Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Roberts and her successor, Charles Fogerty. Once he was able to attend college, Ibarra decided to study something that would enable him to help other people who had been through similar experiences or worse by helping them become aware of their legal rights. Ibarra first attended the Community College of Rhode Island, where... (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Gulls Win Fourth Straight, Down Gordon Oct 5, 2007
Gordon takes to the courts on Saturday as they host the Hawks of Roger Williams University. (Ecgulls.com)
Lajoie, Flynn Lead Gulls Over Nor'Easters Oct 4, 2007
For UNE, which faces Roger Williams University (12:30 p.m.) Saturday in Biddeford, Leigh Engel (Richmondville, NY/Cobleskill-Richmondville) and Beth Ehmann (Ludlow, VT/Black River) combined to make seven stops. Courtesy of University of New England Sports Information. (Ecgulls.com)
Endicott and UNE Play to 0-0 Draw Oct 4, 2007
Endicott hosts Wentworth Institute of Technology at 2:30 p.m. in Beverly, MA, while UNE entertains Roger Williams University at 3:30 p.m.. Story Courtesy of University of New England Sports Information. (Ecgulls.com)
400 students lobby on Capitol Hill for Darfur Oct 4, 2007
"STAND is new at my school but strong," said Brett Gentile from Roger Williams University. He said STAND allows the youth to be active the political process of the United States, while helping a great cause. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Kelsey Conn Races to Weekly Honors Oct 2, 2007
The Blue and Green return to the trails on Saturday when they head to Colt State Park in Bristol, R.I. for a meet hosted by TCCC rival Roger Williams University. (Ecgulls.com)
Cromwell's Salvatore heads regional board Oct 1, 2007
" A year later, he was appointed as the town's first full-time officer. He worked his way up through the ranks until the sudden and unexpected death of Chief Michael Green in March, 1992. Salvatore was appointed to succeed Chief Green. In his new role, Salvatore is anxious to expand the membership roles at NEACOP as well as beefing up the executive development program at Roger Williams University in Bristol, RI. NEACOP was established in 1926 to help forge closer personal and professional links... (Middletown Press, CT)
Gulls Race at Pop Crowell Invitational Sep 30, 2007
Endicott will return to the trails next Saturday when they head to Colt State Park in Bristol, RI for a meet hosted by TCCC rival Roger Williams University. The men's race is set to begin at 11 while the women will follow with a starting gun of noon. (Ecgulls.com)
UNH, Sound School team up on sea horse project Sep 28, 2007
For the sea horse project, Sound School purchased three pairs of Long Island sea horses from Roger Williams University in Rhode Island. Each breeding pair can cost $300 to $500, Bernabeo said. (New Haven Register, CT)
Terri Ann Ficca Sep 27, 2007
She graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Outdoor Recreation from the University of Maine at Presque Isle, and received her teaching certificate in Elementary Education at Roger Williams University. She was presently pursuing a Master's Degree in Elementary Education. (Woonsocket Call, RI)
Macky Wins NE Singlehanded Championships Sep 24, 2007
BRISTOL, R.I. - In a dying northwesterly wind on Sunday at Roger Williams University, '09 took first in the NE Singlehanded Championships with a two-day total of 96 points. 10 and '09 also competed for the Bulldogs in the Regatta. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Palestine Film Festival moves beyond the news stories Sep 23, 2007
"The Times Were Never So Bad: The Life of Andre Dubus" opens the program, with a QA with director Edward J. Delaney, a faculty member at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island (northernlightsfilmfest ). The 10th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival will be presented next weekend at venues around the world, including the Museum of Fine Arts on Saturday at 5 p.m. The twist is that everybody everywhere gets to vote on his or her favorite films, with the votes tabulated at the festival's New York... (Boston Globe)
Flynn, Fleischer Lead Gulls to 4-0 Victory Sep 21, 2007
Colby-Sawyer returns to action on Saturday afternoon as they host TCCC foe Roger Williams University at 3:00 PM. Endicott will have a rare Saturday off, as the Gulls will host Williams College on Sunday at 12:00 noon. (Ecgulls.com)
Bell Leads Roger Williams over Endicott Sep 16, 2007
Information Courtesy of Roger Williams University Sports Information. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls Blanked by Pilgrims, 3-0 Sep 15, 2007
New England College will be back in action on Saturday, Sept. 15 when they travel to take on conference opponent Gordon College at 2:30 p.m. Endicott College will take the field next on Saturday, September 15 when they travel to take on Conference opponent Roger Williams University at 1:00 p.m.. Story Courtesy of New England College Sports Information. (Ecgulls.com)
Flynn Scores Twice, Gulls Win TCCC Opener Sep 13, 2007
Next up for Endicott is a TCCC showdown against rival Roger Williams University on Saturday afternoon in Bristol, RI. Traditionally two of the top teams in the league, the Gulls and the Hawks are certainly no strangers. The last time EC and RWU matched-up was in the 2006 CCC Finals as Endicott escaped with a, 2-1, win. (Ecgulls.com)
Fall Arts Preview Sep 9, 2007
Ongoing: "From the Deep: The Sperm Whale, Bone by Bone," watch as researchers and technicians from the museum and Roger Williams University reassemble the bones of a 46-foot sperm whale that washed ashore on Nantucket in 2002; "Dutch Whaling in the Golden Age." Pilgrim Monument & Provincetown Museum High Pole Hill Road, Provincetown. 508-487-1310. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Tentative deal in Station fire case Sep 6, 2007
Andrew Horwitz, a professor at Roger Williams University School of Law in Bristol, R.I., said it is unclear how much more the plaintiffs would receive from some of the remaining defendants whose liability for the fire may be more difficult to prove. The current agreements could represent the bulk of the settlement, he said. (Boston Globe -- Local)
Burrillville looks to block strike Aug 30, 2007
"The teachers and coaches who are members of the BTA are disappointed by this decision and hope the School Committee reconsiders. It was always our intention to participate in sports activities while this matter was resolved and are ready to report to the practice field if the school department allows us." Collective bargaining has been ongoing since last November, but kicked into high gear in July with the assistance of mediator Bruce Kogan, a law and mediation professor at Roger Williams... (Woonsocket Call, RI)
Burrillville schools may be delayed Aug 29, 2007
Collective bargaining has been ongoing since last November, but kicked into high gear in July with the assistance of mediator Bruce Kogan, a law and mediation professor at Roger Williams University. The union requested mediation after the sides hit an impasse over issues concerning state mandates. (Woonsocket Call, RI)
Keeping Pawtucket clean Aug 28, 2007
The act of community service is part of Roger Williams University's "Community Connections" program, in collaboration with the Pawtucket Citizens Development Corporation (PCDC) ... Polly Hutcheson, an assistant director in Roger Williams University's Development Office, said the Community Connections program, now in its third year, offers a win-win situation for both the college and its students. (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Brooke Astor, 105 Aug 15, 2007
Marshall's son Philip Marshall, a professor at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island, had alleged that his father was looting her estate and allowing her to live in the filthy conditions at her Park Avenue duplex. Anthony Marshall, a former diplomat and Broadway producer who won Tony awards in 2003 and 2004, denied any wrongdoing. (CNN -- US)
Howe takes city Emergency Management post Aug 11, 2007
" Here's why: Shortly after graduating from St. Raphael in 1981, he became a call firefighter in North Providence, all the while attending Roger Williams University. He received a bachelor's degree in public administration from RWU in 1986 while still serving the North Providence Fire Department, and has worked in Pawtucket for the last 20 years before "retiring" just a week ago. Other qualifications include successful completion of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) courses; Incident... (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Stamp an expiration date on bridges Aug 9, 2007
The writer, former commissioner of the Metropolitan District Commission, is assistant professor of construction management at Roger Williams University. Copyright 2007 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
UNLV programs getting it 'write' Aug 3, 2007
The assessment of graduate writing programs, "Where Great Writers Are Made," was based on interviews with more than 350 program directors, professors, students and graduates, said the article's author, Edward J. Delaney, a communications professor at Roger Williams University and longtime Atlantic Monthly contributor. Those surveyed heaped praise on UNLV - a program that he had not previously given any thought to, Delaney said. (Las Vegas Sun)
Clinton: Create Public Service Academy... Jul 29, 2007
"I loved her personal stories. ... It wasn't her generic speech," said Katelyn Porter, president of the College Democrats chapter at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island. Porter, who is from Boston and works for a nonprofit organization that helps low-income families, said she has not decided which Democratic candidate she will support. (The Drudge Report)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE NEWS BUDGET Jul 21, 2007
RACIALSLUR (Jordan, The Providence Journal) -- PROVIDENCE, R.I.: An apologetic Ralph R. Papitto, former chairman of the board of trustees at Roger Williams University, has asked that his name be removed from the law school he helped found in an attempt to "mitigate the damage" caused by his use of a racial slur at a board meeting. 500. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Law School Will Lose Donors Name Jul 20, 2007
The Ralph R. Papitto School of Law at Roger Williams University will soon lose the Papitto name, now associated with a slur ... Therefore, and as a reflection of the sincerity of my regret and of my deep commitment to Roger Williams University, I have today asked the Board of Trustees to remove my name from the law school ... Roger Williams University is moving forward as a stronger institution, even more united around our core values. (Inside Higher Ed)
Papitto: Take my name off RWU law school Jul 20, 2007
PROVIDENCE - Bowing to the controversy that has raged around him over the use of a racial epithet, former Roger Williams University Board Chairman Ralph Papitto has asked that his name be removed from the law school he helped found, and the schools trustees quickly complied ... In an announcement released to the media, Papitto said he requested his name be removed from the school "as a reflection of the sincerity of my regret and of my deep commitment to Roger Williams University." ... "Much of... (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Take my name off it: Papitto asks that his name be removed from law school Jul 19, 2007
In an announcement released to the media, Papitto said he requested his name be removed from the school "as a reflection of the sincerity of my regret and of my deep commitment to Roger Williams University.". "Much of my reflection has centered on how I might mitigate the damage that this controversy has and continues to have on Roger Williams University. I learned as a young man that the best way to handle a mistake is to admit it, as I have, to take responsibility, as I have, and bear the... (Woonsocket Call, RI)
Donor tries to defuse N-word controversy Jul 19, 2007
Roger Williams University Chairman Ralph Papitto looks on during graduation ceremonies in Bristol, R.I.,on May 20, 2006 ... PROVIDENCE, R.I. - Amid outrage from students, school leaders and legislators over his use of the N-word, the former chairman of the Roger Williams University board said Wednesday he wants his name removed from its law school ... Roger Williams University, in Bristol, has about 3,800 undergraduate students. (MSNBC -- Race)
Dorchester man held in 2006 slaying Jul 17, 2007
PROVIDENCE Ex-university leader admits using slur The longtime chairman of the Roger Williams University board whose name is on the only law school in Rhode Island admitted yesterday to using a racial epithet to refer to blacks during a board meeting, saying it "kind of slipped out." "I apologized for that," Ralph Papitto said in an interview on WPRO-AM. "What else can I do? Kill myself?" Papitto admitted he used the slur at a May meeting of the school's Board of Trustees while discussing the... (Boston Globe)
More of this story Jul 17, 2007
Both as a teacher - she also works at Rhode Island College and Roger Williams University teaching dance classes - and as a dancer, Pacheco acknowledges that dancing is a consistent learning process. "You're constantly working on marking things better," she said. (Newport Daily News, RI)
Ex-university chairman: Slur 'slipped out' Jul 17, 2007
Roger Williams University chairman Ralph Papitto looks on during graduation ceremonies in Bristol, R.I.,on May 20, 2006 ... PROVIDENCE, R.I. - The longtime chairman of the Roger Williams University board admitted Monday that he had used the N-word during a board meeting, saying it kind of slipped out ... Roger Williams University, in Bristol, has nearly 4,000 undergraduate students. (MSNBC -- Race)
University board chairman uses N-word Jul 17, 2007
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island (AP) -- The longtime chairman of the Roger Williams University board admitted Monday to using the N-word during a board meeting, saying it "kind of slipped out." ... Roger Williams University in Bristol has roughly 3,880 undergraduate students. (CNN -- US)
Papitto says racial slur just slipped out Jul 17, 2007
Pressured by students and faculty, the Roger Williams University Board of Trustees is considering whether to remove Ralph R. Papitto s name from Rhode Island s only law school because he used a racial epithet during a May meeting of the trustees ... Law school dean David A. Logan omitted Papitto s name in an e-mail he sent out yesterday, addressed: To Members of the Roger Williams University School of Law Community ... Meanwhile, philanthropist Alan Shawn Feinstein said he has told President Roy... (Providence Journal (subscription))
University official who spoke slur resigns Jul 15, 2007
BRISTOL, R.I. -- A former trustee at Roger Williams University said the longtime chairman of the board was forced to resign this week after he uttered a racist slur at a May meeting. This week, Ralph R. Papitto stepped down after more than 40 years on the board, including the last 18 as chairman. (Boston Globe)
Judge: FDA OK of drug label doesn't avert claims under state law Jul 4, 2007
That "would have been like wiping the whole board clean and wiping out all possible victories" against Merck, said David Logan, dean of the Roger Williams University School of Law in Bristol, R.I.. But the judge rejected Whitehouse Station, N.J.-based Merck's attempt to throw out lawsuits brought by two people who began taking Vioxx after April 2002, when the FDA approved a label warning that the drug might increase the chance of such problems. (Newsday -- State)
Woonsocket firefighters promoted Jul 2, 2007
He served as Fire Department assistant Haz-Mat officer from 1996-1998, and earned his bachelor of science degree in Public Administration from Roger Williams University in 1998. Reilly was promoted to the rank of Captain of Ladder #1 in August of 2000. (Woonsocket Call, RI)
Lilly May Face More Zyprexa Lawsuits After U.S. Raises Side Effect Concern Jul 1, 2007
When the FDA says something damning about the warnings of a drug, it's admissible as evidence on the reasonableness of the manufacturer's decisions,'' said David Logan, dean of the Roger Williams University School of Law in Bristol, Rhode Island, in an interview. It would likely carry some weight with juries. (Bloomberg)
Bad evening for Ledyard-Pawcatuck American Legion baseball team Jun 29, 2007
He s a freshman at Roger Williams University and pitched there and at Montville High. Chris Wojick (first-game winner) pitched as a freshman at the University of Maine and also is a 2006 Montville graduate. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Gregg M. Kaye Named Commissioner of The Commonwealth Coast Conference Jun 15, 2007
DUDLEY, MA - Gregg M. Kaye has been named Commissioner of The Commonwealth Coast Conference (CCC), a 14 member NCAA Division III athletics conference comprised of private institutions throughout New England, including Anna Maria College, Colby-Sawyer College, Curry College, Eastern Nazarene College, Endicott College, Gordon College, New England College, Nichols College, Regis College, Roger Williams University, Salve Regina University, University of New England, Wentworth Institute of... (Ecgulls.com)
Quiet end for C.F. scholarship fund Jun 15, 2007
Over the years, 19 students received CFST scholarship awards as they moved on to state schools like the Community College of Rhode Island, Rhode Island College and the University of Rhode Island, as well as such private institutions as Bryant University, Roger Williams University, New England Institute of Technology, Massachusetts College of Art, Northeastern University and Georgetown University, among others. Briden as time went on partnered with Credit Union Central Falls, recently renamed... (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Gore and Thompson: Blah and Order Jun 14, 2007
At Roger Williams University in Rhode Island, Assistant Dean of Science Jeffrey A. Hughes ordered that professors in his department show students Gore s movie, "An Inconvenient Truth." Jason Mattera, an RWU alum wrote, 'An Inconvenient Truth', and only 'An Inconvenient Truth', was shown by Hughes cabal, as if that film were the authoritative voice on global warming. So, every core science section -- 12 in all -- consisting of philosophy, political science, english, engineering, and psychology... (Human Events Online)
A Bristol, R.I., inn comfortable with history Jun 11, 2007
After crossing the bridge, Roger Williams University comes up on the right. Veer slightly right to follow Route 136 north, which is Metacom Avenue. (Boston Globe)
Lincoln hosts largest parade in the Valley May 29, 2007
s parade, are about to graduate from North Providence High School and respectively enter Roger Williams University, to study political science, and the Community College of Rhode Island, to study art history. "We definitely support the troops," said Jen. (Woonsocket Call, RI)
Words Of Wisdom May 28, 2007
Perhaps the soundest advice came from the filmmaking brothers Peter and Bobby Farrelly in their speech at Rhode Island's Roger Williams University. "Don't ever rob a bank," Peter Farrelly advised. (CBS News)
Pals shower Moynahan with baby gifts May 22, 2007
With Bobby and Peter Farrelly delivering the commencement address at Roger Williams University over the weekend, it was a good bet the filmmakers would do something out of the ordinary. The Ocean State natives randomly picked one of the 900-plus graduates to be an extra on "The Heartbreak Kid," the film they're working on with Ben Stiller and Michelle Monaghan. (Boston Globe)
Downtown district gets historic recognition May 22, 2007
The city also pressed into service students in an historic preservation class at Roger Williams University to help pin down relevant dates and other data for the historic downtown properties. After several revisions, including to limit the submission to commercial historic structures, State Historic Preservation approved its end last September, and early this year the package was sent to the National Park Service, part of the U.S. Department of Interior, which oversees federal historic... (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Big names pomp up graduation May 21, 2007
Saturday, Roger Williams University, Bristol, R.I.. The pair addressed most of their speech to students with C averages or lower. (USA Today -- Life)