RWU Law is a rich, multi-dimensional community. You’ll spend plenty of time hitting the books, but we also offer an engaging array of extracurricular resources and activities to help make your time here productive and fulfilling – physically and socially, as well as intellectually and professionally. Mentally fatigued after class? RWU’s spectacular , Recreation Center, is just a few steps away, featuring a fully equipped gym, squash courts, yoga and relaxation classes, basketball courts and an indoor swimming pool. Or if the weather's nice, why not grab a kayak (rental is free for students) and take a paddle around Mount Hope Bay. Hungry? Take a break at the , Law School, Café, , or head over to the , RWU Dining Commons, , an impressive facility offering dining options that cater to every taste and appetite, with a focus on organic and locally grown foods. Time to get back to work? Study in RWU Law's impressive, state-of-the-art , Law Library, -- or find a quiet spot in one of the many nooks sprinkled through the law school building. F rom the LGBTQ Alliance to the Criminal Law Society , from the Maritime Law Association to the Sports & Entertainment Law Society, there are , student groups, , for every legal, political and personal interest. And law-related extracurricular options abound. A few examples: The , Roger Williams University Law Review, allows top students to write and edit for our academic law journal. The , Moot Court Board, offers many chances to hone your appellate advocacy skills – with the state supreme court presiding over the final round of our main intra-school competition., Roger Williams Trial Teams, have a national reputation for excellence.
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Nina Abbenante joined the Office of Career Development in June of 2023. She graduated from RWU Law in May of 2022 and worked as the Assistant Director of Human Resources for a municipality before returning to the law school. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Art History from the University of Rhode Island in 2018.
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Contact Us, The Office of Programs & Initiatives may be contacted via lawevents@rwu.edu or 401.254.4652., Our Staff, Chelsie Horne, CMP Director 401.254.4652 chorne@rwu.edu, FAQs, What events are taking place at the School of Law?, Check out the Law Campus Calendar: https://law.rwu.edu/events/law-campus-calendar, How do I add my student event to the Law Campus Calendar?, Please email the name, date and time of your event to jrdallaire@rwu.edu , along with a brief description of the event and registration information, if applicable., How do I display my student event on the RWU Law monitors?, A PowerPoint slide may be submitted to request event promotion on RWU Law monitors (Bristol Campus: first floor atrium, second floor atrium, and lower level; Providence Campus: fourth floor). The PowerPoint slide saved as a JPEG should be emailed to jrdallaire@rwu.edu . Please submit three business days before you wish your slide to display., How do I request space at RWU Law?, Student groups hosting in-person events must have prior approval from Dean of Students Lorraine Lalli . When reserving space at the School of Law, the Space Request Form must be filled out completely and submitted to the Office of Programs & Events. Completing this form is not a confirmation of space. You will receive an e-mail confirming availability of space. Note: Promotion of an event or…, How do I set up on-line event registration to charge fees?, Please fill in the SBA University Tickets Event On-Line Registration Form . Completed forms must be emailed ten business days before your event date to Jill Dallaire, jrdallaire@rwu.edu, As a RWU Law student organization, how do I send a RWU Law speaker a thank you gift?, To request a speaker gift for your virtual or in-person event, please email the Office of Programs & Initiatives at lawevents@rwu.edu with the following information: Name, title and address of speaker(s) Name and date of event in which the speaker participated The student group sponsoring the event
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What is the New York Pro Bono Scholars Program (NYPBSP)?, RWU Law is proud to participate in the , New York Pro Bono Scholars Program (NYPBSP), , a program in New York State for qualifying third year law students. Third year law students can spend 12 weeks of their final spring semester in law school providing full-time pro bono legal assistance to low-income people while participating in a required 2-credit weekly seminar. In exchange, these students will be permitted to take the New York Bar Exam in February of their third year of…, New York, , Pro Bono Scholars Program, and all graduation requirements, be admitted to practice as a member of the New York Bar as soon as possible after completion of the program. Participation, Pro Bono placements and supervising attorneys must be approved by RWU Law. New York Pro Bono Scholars will be able to participate in graduation ceremonies in May but will receive their diplomas in June upon completion of the program., How many credits will I receive if I participate?, 10 field credits and 2 seminar credits. To be eligible for the NYPBSP, an applicant must have at least 10 non-classroom credits remaining at the end of the fall 3L semester., Note: Students planning to participate in the NYPBSP may not enroll in a clinical externship because there is a limit of 10 fieldwork credits that students may take., What kinds of pro bono work qualify for the NYPBSP?, Qualifying pro bono service for NYPBSP must be law-related, full-time, supervised by a licensed attorney, and assist in the provision of legal services for: persons who are financially unable to pay for legal representation; not-for-profit legal service providers that predominantly address the legal needs of indigent clients where the work performed is for such clients; or a governmental entity,…, What are the NYPBSP Requirements?, Please refer to the, New York Pro Bono Scholars Guide, for a complete description of the requirements of the program and the kinds of pro bono work that are eligible. Please note, however, that not all pro bono work that is eligible under the program will also comply with RWU Law’s program requirements. Because the RWU Law program requires enrollment in a special section of the Public Interest Clinical Externship, placements in private law firms…, New York State Unified Court System’s Pro Bono Scholars Program website, . RWU Law must approve participation and specific placements in the NYPBSP program., What are RWU Law’s specific requirements for NYPBSP participation?, For RWU Law specific information, guidelines and deadlines for the NYPBSP, please review this document and NY Pro Bono Scholars Curricular Track . To be considered for the NYPBSP, interested students must submit a NY Pro Bono Scholars application during the Clinic and Clinical Externship application period held during the spring semester of his or her second year. Requirements and Limitations…, will not, count toward the RWU Law Pro Bono Experiential Learning Requirement. A NYPBSP is strongly advised to take the Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam (MPRE) before beginning the NYPBSP so that they can be admitted to the New York State Bar promptly upon passage of the Bar Exam and law school graduation. New York uses the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) and New York law is not tested on the UBE. …, Further information about these requirements, . , How do I apply to the NYPBSP?, To be considered for the NYPBSP, interested students must submit a Pro Bono Scholars application during the Clinic and Clinical Externship application period held during the spring semester of his or her second year. Students interested in participating in the New York Pro Bono Scholars Program should be aware that participation will , require extensive planning and preparation starting in the spring semester of their first year of law school, . Given that students in the program , must complete all of their academic coursework and their PBELR by the end of the fall semester of their third year, , all interested students should work with their faculty advisors, the Office of Career Development, and the Academic Success Department to carefully plan their schedules to ensure they will be fully prepared to take the bar exam and start their careers. Additionally, beyond the normal hurdles student face when preparing for the bar exam, taking the February bar exam presents additional…, Note: Students planning to participate in the NYPBSP may not enroll in a clinical externship because there is a limit of 10 fieldwork credits students may take., Will I pay tuition while doing the NYPBSP?, Yes, for the 10 credits., Do I have to do the fieldwork in New York?, No., What other resources should I consult in considering NYPBSP?, Please refer to the, New York Pro Bono Scholars Guide, for a complete description of the requirements of the program and the kinds of pro bono work that are eligible. Please note, however, that not all pro bono work that is eligible under NYPBSP will also comply with RWU Law’s program requirements. Because the RWU Law program requires enrollment in a special section of the Public Interest Clinical Externship, placements in private law firms and…, New York State Unified Court System’s Pro Bono Scholars Program website, . If you have any questions about the NYPBSP requirements or need assistance determining if the program is right for you, please contact Andy Horwitz, Assistant Dean for Experiential Education, at ahorwitz@rwu.edu ., Notes on the New York Bar Exam, The state of New York has switched to the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) and NY law is not tested on the UBE. However, applicants to the New York Bar are required to complete the New York Law Course and New York Law Exam as a prerequisite for admission. A NYPBS is strongly encouraged to complete these requirements during their 2L summer. Click here for More Information on the New York Bar Exam, Further information about these requirements, .
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BRISTOL, R.I. –, Roger Williams University School of Law is again being recognized as one of the nation’s leading law schools, earning a place on The Princeton Review ’s prestigious list of Best Law Schools for 2025 . Selected from a survey of administrators at 197 law schools and nearly 20,000 students, RWU Law stood out for its exceptional faculty, innovative curriculum, and personalized student experience…
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What We Do, The SBA acts as an umbrella organization overseeing all student groups, each reflecting the diverse and distinctive Roger Williams' student body. We represent student interests at the law school and function as a liaison between students and administration. We allocate budgets to approved student groups and ensure that funds are managed properly., Where To Find Us, Feel free to drop by the SBA office at anytime throughout the day. We are located on the second floor of the law school in Suite 257., Contact Us, Students are urged to contact the SBA with any questions, concerns, comments, or ideas that they feel will help make Roger Williams a better law school and optimal learning environment. Email: sba@g.rwu.edu, Forms and Policies, A list of forms and policies for student organizations., Forms & Policies, SBA Officers for the 2024-2025 Academic Year, President: Elliot Hardy Executive Vice President: Drew Mondi Administrative Vice President: Madi Wolf Treasurer: Grayson Steininger Corresponding Secretary: Caroline Corley Recording Secretary: Judith Kitson ABA Representative: Emanuell Smith 3L Representative: Penelope Kehrer 2L Representatives: Matthew Beech , Stephen Olive
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Even after you graduate, you carry the experience, teachings, and mission of Roger Williams University School of Law with you as you work to make an impact in your community. The Office of Career Development can guide you through the process of making a change in your practice, career direction, or geographic area. We also encourage alumni to participate in Career Development programs, post an…
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