Graduate Stories

The RWU 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, RWU 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, RWU 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, RWU 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 ¹ú²úÍøºì¸£ÀûÒ»Çø, 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 RWU Experience

    Whitney Belton, RWU Class of 2018

    Architecture (M.Arch)

    Whitney Belton's RWU connection started as a high school junior in RWU'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, RWU 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, RWU 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, RWU 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 RWU, 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 RWU, it's not just about getting an MBA degree, it's about becoming a leader in business. RWU's program provides this for students.

  • Headshot of Lauren

    Down by the Water

    Lauren Sieving, RWU Class of 2018

    Architecture (M.Arch)

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