RWU Law Remembers President Donald J. Farish
Farish, who died July 5, trained as both lawyer and scientist, and became president of RWU in 2011, striving to “build the university the world needs now.”
Welcome to RWU Law!
This site is your resource for next steps and important deadlines as you prepare for law school.
Make it Official!
If you haven't already secured your seat in our incoming class, don't wait any longer.
Action Items: Pre-August 1st
Provide your Final Transcript to LSAC- Submit your Immunization Records
- Waive or enroll in Health Insurance
- Visit the Student Account Center to review your tuition bill and finalize payment options
Action Items: Post-August 1st
- Review and update your Emergency Contact Information
- Get your Student ID at the Commons (campus map)
- Order your Parking Pass
- Complete your required sexual assault prevention training
- Complete your First Assignments
Preparing for Classes
First-year students will be automatically registered for fall classes. Individual schedules with section assignments will be available starting in late July.
- New Student Orientation
- First-Year Curriculum
- Academic Calendar
- Suggested Summer Reading
- Visit the Bookstore Online
- First Assignments
- Request Academic Accommodations
Financing Your Legal Education
- Complete Financial Aid Checklist
- Review tips for Budget and Lifestyle Planning
- Visit the Student Account Center to review your tuition bill and finalize payment options
- Sign-up for Direct Deposit
Getting Connected
Starting in June, our Information Technology department will set up your email account and network access. You will receive an email when your account is ready.
- Helpful Login Information
- Contact the Media Tech Help Desk at (401) 254-6363 or mediatech@rwu.edu
RWU Law Community
Your new law school community stretches from Bristol to Providence. These resources will help you find local housing and will connect you to current and incoming law students.
- Life @ RWU
- Housing & Roommates
- Join the Class of 2021 Facebook Group
- Schedule a visit to RWU Law
Recent News
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A cool, breezy, partly sunny day on Mt. Hope Bay provided a classic “spring in New England” backdrop as immigration advocate Marielena Hincapié delivered a rousing address to the 130 graduates of the
Contact Information
Lalli, Lorraine
Assistant Dean of Students
401-254-4593llalli@rwu.eduJohnson, Deborah
Director of Diversity and OutreachCoordinator of International Programs
401-254-4522djohnson@rwu.eduParicio, Veronica
Assistant Dean for Career Development
401-254-4578vparicio@rwu.eduVacchi, Jolee E.
Assistant Director of Admissions
401-254-4511jvacchi@rwu.eduHassel, Diana J.
Professor of LawAssociate Dean for Academic Affairs
401-254-4618dhassel@rwu.eduPeterson, Douglas
Registrar & Director of Student Finance & Records
401-254-4660dpeterson@rwu.eduPolitano, Kathryn
Assistant Director of Financial Aid
401-254-4641kpolitano@rwu.eduThompson, Kathryn
Director of Academic Success Program
401-254-4568kthompson@rwu.edu