Welcome First-Gen Students!, RWU Law understands that First-Gen students face a number of different challenges impacting their success in law school. This program exists to let these students be seen and heard. First-Gen students often are trained from their time in college to “go it alone” when it comes to seeking out support. Our goal is for First-Gen students to see that they are a part of the grand mosaic that makes up…, LEAD@RWULaw, The mission of the LEAD@RWULAW Pre-Orientation Program is to empower incoming law students to achieve their full potential through mentoring, learning, and leadership experiences. The goal of LEAD@RWULAW is to foster a thriving community of students who are supported and connected through meaningful relationships and opportunities for learning and growth. LEAD@RWULAW is designed especially for…, First Generation Mentorship Program, The Mentorship Program matches incoming first-year students with an upper-level student mentor. The goal is to have someone to help guide incoming students through the transition into law school. While many folks may have survived college without seeking help, law school is very different and having a friendly face in the building to ask questions of is invaluable. Mentors are expected to…, Additional Programming, Throughout the year, we will do other dedicated programming. Examples from the past have included networking when you don't have a network and tips for writing final exam answers. These programs can continually expand to meet the needs of First-Gen students in the School of Law. If you have any ideas or requests, please get in touch with Christopher Gerlica .
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Save the dates for the, Fifth Annual Asian American Pacific Islander and Middle Eastern and North African (AAPI / MENA) Women in Legal Academy Workshop, . This year, the workshop will be held in the spring, on April 24 – 25, 2026 in beautiful Bristol, Rhode Island and hosted by Roger Williams University School of Law. Friday, April 24, 2026 Full Workshop Programming Saturday, April 25, 2026 Workshop Programming until 1:30 PM This annual workshop is organized with the purpose of building community, supporting and mentoring women aspiring…, lunchtime on Friday, April 24, is not one to miss! See below for more information about the biographies and impact of the speakers. , WORKSHOP REGISTRATION, Workshop registration will be $125 to support our excellent programming and the formal establishment of this organization. Registration will include all programming and meals. Stipends for reduced registration may be available upon written request to nvaryani@rwu.edu Register Here The deadline for registration is March 6, 2026., CALL FOR PROPOSALS: , This is a community of experienced and supportive women who aim to help strengthen and grow our place in the legal academy. Accordingly, we invite you to present your work to receive valuable feedback from and engage in discourse with your colleagues. We are holding sessions for, Incubators, (early-stage projects with 2-3 page descriptions) as well as, Works-in-Progress, (full drafts of articles). Please submit a 200-word-max abstract to AAPIMENAWorkshop@gmail.com with the subject header, “Incubator Abstract” , or “, WIP Abstract” , by, Friday, January 2026. , Final drafts for both Incubators and Works-in-Progress should be submitted to the same email address by, Friday, March 13, 2026, . , SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES , If your institution is interested in sponsoring this conference. Sponsorship opportunities include:, Lotus ($2,500), Includes logo on website, full page program advertisement, placement of materials in participant bag, sponsored meal, and conference signage., Chrysanthemum ($1,000), Includes logo on website, half page program advertisement, placement of materials in participant bag, and conference signage., Jasmine ($500), Includes logo on website, quarter page program advertisement, and conference signage. Sponsorship Registration Here, MEET THE KEYNOTE SPEAKERS, Sudha Setty, Sudha Setty, is the president and chief executive officer of LSAC. Prior to this role, she served as dean of the City University of New York (CUNY) School of Law and before that, as dean of Western New England University School of Law. In both of her deanships, Setty focused on building structures to support social justice and public interest lawyering, as well as on increasing access to legal education.…, Shoba Sivaprasad Wadhia, is a nationally respected immigration scholar, law professor, author, and attorney. She joined Penn State Dickinson Law as a Clinical Professor of Law in 2008 and was named Samuel Weiss Faculty Scholar in 2013. In 2023, Professor Wadhia was appointed by President Biden as the Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security . There she led an office of…, OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS, A workshop rate has been established and has limited availability until February 23, 2026. Bristol Harbor Inn 259 Thames Street Bristol, Rhode Island 866-254-1444 Overnight Accommodations Reservation Link, Thank you to our Sponsor!, Check back for workshop agenda., Questions | RWU Law Professor Natasha Varyani | nvaryani@rwu.edu
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This one-hour program introduces attorneys to the legalization of adult-use cannabis in Rhode Island with a focus on the Social Equity Program. Through a blend of legal analysis, policy history, and insights into the existing regulatory framework, this session will help practitioners build a foundational understanding of cannabis equity policy in our state. The panel of speakers will offer a…, Meet the Speakers, Carla Aveledo, Carla Aveledo, Esq., Chief of Policy, Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission Carla Aveledo is an attorney currently serving as Chief of Policy for Rhode Island’s Cannabis Control Commission. In this role, Carla supports in policy-making decisions for the State’s adult-use cannabis regulatory framework, specifically the Social Equity Program, and helps facilitate public meetings for the Cannabis Advisory Board.…, Michelle Reddish, Administrator, Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission, Shannon Heery, Associate Professor of Law, Roger William University School of Law Shannon Heery Shannon Heery joined the Roger Williams University School of Law faculty in July 2025. Prior to joining RWU Law, Professor Heery taught Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and Evidence at Vermont Law and Graduate School. She currently serves as the Reporter for the Advisory Committee to the Vermont Supreme Court on…, Meet the Moderator, Nicole P. Dyszlewski, Assistant Dean of Academic Innovation, Roger Williams University School of Law Nicole P. Dyszlewski Nicole’s work centers on building a more inclusive and equitable legal system. Her areas of focus include DEIB pedagogy in law schools, mass incarceration, and access to information— topics where she brings both a lawyer’s insightful analysis and a librarian’s relentless curiosity. Nicole is the…, Rhode Island MCLE Credit, This program is approved for one DEI Rhode Island MCLE Credit., Registration, $40 Registration/One RI MCLE DEI Credit $25 RWU Law Alumni $25 Non-profit/Government Complimentary RWU Law Students Complimentary RWU Law Faculty & Administration Register for the January 13, 2026 CLE Program Here, Cancellation & Refund Policy, RWU Law CLE cancellations received by Thursday, January 8, 2026 are eligible to receive a full refund less a $5 administrative fee. Cancellations received after the stated deadline will not be eligible for a refund. Cancellations are accepted via email at lawevents@rwu.edu
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Campus Tour , We are excited to invite, Admitted Students, to visit campus!, Schedule your tour today, . This table shows in-person event dates and registration links Dates for In-Person Events with RWU Law Registration Links, March 20, 2026, @11am, Accepted Students Day , Hear from a panel of current students, sit in on a mock class, and network with RWU Law faculty, staff, and each other. Registration will be available in January 2026. , April 10, 2026, @11am, Accepted Students Day, Hear from a panel of current students, sit in on a mock class, and network with RWU Law faculty, staff, and each other. Registration will be available in January 2026. , May 11, 2026, Session 1 @11am Session 2 @12pm, Meet and Greet Session 1 @11am, Meet and Greet Session 2 @12pm, Choose a tour time and join a mixer with current students, faculty, and staff. Registration will be available in January 2026. , June 18, 2026, @10am, How to Succeed in Law School Presentation & Summer BBQ, Hear from a panel of students, faculty, and staff to learn how to prepare for and be successful in law school. Continue to mingle with your future colleagues and community members at a BBQ directly following the presentation. Registration will be available in January 2026. , Meet with the Admissions Team, Members of our Admissions Team are available to answer all of your questions about RWU Law. We have scheduled, Virtual Open Hours, throughout the spring and summer, listed below. If you prefer an individual meeting, we encourage you to email us at, lawadmissions@rwu.edu, . April 29, 2025 @ 3pm, ET June 25, 2025 @ 5pm, ET July 16, 2025 @ 3pm, ET, Speak with Current Students, Our, Student Ambassadors, are available to answer your questions about what it's really like to be in law school. We encourage you to join one of our, Virtual Student Ambassador Chats, listed below or reach out to them directly. March 18, 2025 @11am, ET April 15, 2025 @11am, ET
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Building on our legacy as Rhode Island's only law school and a leading institution in Southern New England, RWU Law works hard to offer a legal education that's accessible and affordable. That's how we became, at $48,584 for incoming 1Ls in fall 2026, the best-priced ABA-accredited private law school in the Northeast – and one of the best legal education values on the entire East Coast. And we're…
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Managing Your Cost During Law School, Borrow with a vision for your future. Take a proactive approach and exercise prudent borrowing strategies, especially if you are relying on loans as a primary source of financial assistance. You will have more disposable income in the future and will be better able to enjoy the freedom to achieve your professional goals. The benefits of a legal education are more than just financial, and you…, Annual Cost of Attendance (COA) Budget, Federal regulations govern the creation of the student cost of attendance budget and dictate that it cover only expenses incurred during periods of enrollment and may include only education-related expenses. This table shows the 2025-2026 direct costs for Law students living on and off campus. Direct Costs On-Campus Housing Off-Campus Housing Tuition $48,584 $48,584 Student Fees $1720 $1720…
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BRISTOL, R.I. – , A group of paper houses and apartment complexes with a warm light inside greeted attendees at the door inside one of Rhode Island’s State House rooms. It was a symbol of what everyone there was fighting for: “a neat, well-lit place” as a right for all in Rhode Island to have. At the inaugural RWU Law Housing Advocacy Clinic Showcase last month, the struggles of condominium owners, rising housing…
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Chelsie Horne, Director of Programs & Initiatives, and Nicole Dyszlewski, Assistant Dean for Curricular Innovation and Professor, have received the 2025 Presidential Spotlight Award from the Association of American Law Schools (AALS) for their sustained leadership of the Integrating Doctrine and Diversity Speaker Series., A Nationally Recognized Initiative, The Integrating Doctrine and Diversity Speaker Series was launched as an extension of the book Integrating Doctrine and Diversity: Inclusion and Equity in the Law School Classroom, co-edited by two RWU Law professors. The initiative provides practical, classroom-ready strategies for incorporating equity, inclusion, and critical perspectives into doctrinal instruction. In 2024, the project…, Sustained Work Behind the Series, The AALS Presidential Spotlight Award recognizes individuals and programs whose contributions strengthen pre-law education and expand access to the legal profession. This year’s award reflects the sustained commitment and collaboration of Horne and Dyszlewski in developing, coordinating, and sustaining the Integrating Doctrine and Diversity initiative. Dean Gregory W. Bowman commented on the…, “This recognition from AALS affirms the extraordinary leadership behind the Integrating Doctrine and Diversity initiative. Nicole Dyszlewski and Chelsie Horne have built a program that is reshaping legal education by giving faculty practical, thoughtful ways to bring DEIB principles into the law school classroom.”, View past sessions from the Integrating Doctrine and Diversity Speaker Series here.
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