Unleash the Excitement: 91º£½ÇÂÒÂ×’s Dog Park Creates a Haven for Canines and Companions
Roger’s Dog Park offers a space where the campus community can come together and bond over their love for furry friends.
Life @ 91º£½ÇÂÒÂ×
Roger Williams University is a tight-knit community of citizen scholars, leaders, world travelers, athletes, environmentalists, artists, music fans, thinkers and doers. We offer more than 70 clubs and orgs, 55 study abroad programs, 40+ majors and 22 varsity athletic teams. We are a vital part of the Rhode Island community, with our campuses stretching from coastal 91º£½ÇÂÒÂ× to the capital city of Providence. Discover your path and your passion here. At Roger Williams, you'll find everything you need to not only launch a great career, but also live a great life.
Our Campuses
With campuses on the coast of 91º£½ÇÂÒÂ× and in the heart of Providence, 91º£½ÇÂÒÂ× is connected to the best of Rhode Island and beyond. The 143-acre 91º£½ÇÂÒÂ× campus overlooks Mount Hope Bay and is a short distance from the historic downtown. And the capital city campus is nestled within Providence's thriving arts district. Take a bike ride on the East Bay Bike Path, catch a concert at Lupo’s in Providence, tour the mansions in Newport or hop a bus or train to Boston or New York City!
91º£½ÇÂÒÂ× In the Community
Whether it's the entire freshman class deployed to lend a hand on the annual Community Connections Day or students working with nonprofits to find solutions to community challenges, 91º£½ÇÂÒÂ× students and faculty are engaged in all facets of life in the local and global communities we serve. Explore the many ways 91º£½ÇÂÒÂ× is committed to community.
Diversity and Inclusion
At 91º£½ÇÂÒÂ×, we welcome and value all expressions of diversity and identity. An integral part of our core values, we actively promote inclusion by offering institutional programs and supporting student clubs and organizations dedicated to diversity in all aspects of university life, and by hiring faculty and staff, and recruiting students, who mirror the diversity of our region.
Athletics and Recreation
From varsity sports to club sports and just getting in a great workout, 91º£½ÇÂÒÂ× has you covered. We've got 22 outstanding varsity athletic teams, everything from from baseball to sailing, and topped off with plenty of club and intramural offerings like cheerleading and rugby. Our top-notch recreational facilities boast a well-equipped gym, an aquatic center, fitness studios and summertime kayaking and paddleboard on our waterfront.
Recent News
HousingWorks RI at 91º£½ÇÂÒÂ× Releases 2024 Housing Fact Book
In the 2024 Housing Fact Book, HousingWorks RI reviews 20-year trends and continues to highlight affordability challenges facing Rhode Islanders.
91º£½ÇÂÒÂ× Adds Varsity Men’s Ice Hockey, Women’s Ice Hockey, and Women’s Golf Programs
Three new varsity athletics programs to debut over 2025-26 and 2026-27 academic years.
Unity Mural Comes Together to Honor University Community
Graphic Design Communication students spearhead the creation of a mural aiming to unite student body and celebrate campus diversity.
91º£½ÇÂÒÂ×’s Real Estate Team Places Fourth in National College Competition
Five students from Construction Management, Architecture, Marketing, Real Estate, and Preservation Studies combined their diverse skills to tackle real-world challenges.
