Commencement 2026 Program

Friday, May 15, 2026

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Roger Williams University Commencement 2026

Order of Exercises

Processional

The Rhode Island Highlanders Pipe Band

National Anthem

Rachel Marie Bikofsky

Welcome

Margaret Everett, Ph.d.
Provost And Senior Vice President For Academic Affairs

Presidential Remarks

Ioannis N. Miaoulis, Ph.d.
President

Greetings

Heather N. Boujoulian, B.S.`97, M.U.P.
Chair, Board Of Trustees

Honorary Degree Recipients 

Margaret Everett, Ph.d.

Dick Sullivan ’79
Doctor of Humane Letters,
Honoris Causa, Commencement Speaker

The Honorable Lara E. Montecalvo
Doctor of Laws,
Honoris Causa

Commencement Address

Dick Sullivan ’79
Doctor Of Humane Letters

Undergraduate Student Address

Olivia M. Dasilva

Graduate Student Address

Abida Mohammady ’25

Presentation Of Awards

Margaret Everett, Ph.d.

Welcome To The Alumni Association

Theresa Agonia ’13

Conferring Of Degrees

Heather N. Boujoulian, B.S. `97, M.U.P.

Turning Of The Tassel

Cooper David Hughes

Recessional

The Rhode Island Highlanders Pipe Band

Marshalls

Professor Robert Blackburn, A.M.
Grand Marshal

Professor Mel A. Topf, Ph.D., J.D.
Faculty Marshal

C. Logan Tilburg
Cummings School of Architecture

Eli Samuel Labell
Mario J. Gabelli School of Business

Rachel Fortuna Cabral
Feinstein School of Humanities, Arts, and Education

Preston E. Sharrock
Feinstein School of Social and Natural Sciences

Matthew Raymond Dugal
School of Engineering, Computing, and Construction Management

Elena Rose Sewall
School of Justice Studies

Lina P. Mejia
Extension School

Elliot Nace Hardy III
School of Law

Color Bearers and Graduating Student Senators

Dante Bertoli
Student Senate 2023–2025
(Fall) / Vice President (2024–2025)

Avery Williams
Student Senate 2022–2025
(Fall) / Vice President (Fall 2025)

Class Banner Carriers and Class Officers

Cooper Hughes
President (Spring 2026)

Charlotte Beaton
President (Fall 2025)

Madison Benson
Vice President

Chad Eakes
Treasurer

Sean O’Brien
Secretary (Spring 2026)

Jordana Hersh
Secretary (Fall 2026)

Law Student Bar Association 2025-2026 Board Of Governors

Elliot Nace Hardy III
President

Drew Anthony Mondi
Executive Vice President

Madi Wolf L’27
Administrative Vice President
(Fall 2025)

Grayson Steininger L’27
Treasurer

Caroline Corley L’27
Corresponding Secretary

Judith Kitson L’27
Recording Secretary

Alexander Maccluskey L’28
Parliamentarian

Emanuell Nathaniel Smith
ABA Representative

Penelope Elizabeth Kehrer
3L Representative

Matthew Beech L’27
2L Representative

Stephen Olive L’27
2L Representative

Chris Schreurs L’27
1L Representative

Marquet Humphrey L’28
1L Representative

Riley Lenihan L’28
1L Representative

Individual School Ceremonies Order Of Exercises

Wave I | 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.

Extension School

Quad tent between the Cummings School of Architecture and University Library

Greetings: Gena Bianco, J.D., Dean
Faculty and Instructor of the Year: Matthew J. Kite, LP.D., Associate Dean
President’s Core Values Medallion Presentation: Sean Parker, J.D.; Director, Law & Society
Award Recognitions: Tracey Pratt, Director, Paralegal Legal Studies
Presentation of Degrees: Gena Bianco, J.D., Dean
Closing Remarks: Matthew J. Kite, LP.D., Associate Dean

Feinstein School of Humanities, Arts, and Education

Global Heritage Hall tent

Greetings: Jeffrey Meriwether, Ph.D., Dean; Anne Proctor, Ph.D., Associate Dean
President’s Core Values Medallion Presentation: Jeffrey Meriwether, Ph.D., Dean;
Anne Proctor, Ph.D., Associate Dean
Student Address: Madison Gerrish
Faculty Address: Robert Blackburn, Professor
Graduate Student Recognition: Ann Winfield, Professor; Lindsey Pike, Assistant Professor
Presentation of Degrees: Jeffrey Meriwether, Ph.D., Dean; Anne Proctor, Ph.D., Associate Dean
Closing Remarks: Jeffrey Meriwether, Ph.D., Dean; Anne Proctor, Ph.D., Associate Dean

Feinstein School of Social and Natural Sciences

Paolino Field (behind the Campus Recreation Center)

Greetings and Dean’s Remarks: Brian Wysor, Ph.D., Interim Dean
President’s Core Values Medallion Presentation: Annika Hagley, Ph.D., Associate Dean
Presentation of Degrees: Brian Wysor, Ph.D., Interim Dean; Annika Hagley, Ph.D., Associate Dean
Closing Remarks: Brian Wysor, Ph.D., Interim Dean

Mario J. Gabelli School of Business

Practice Soccer Field tent, North Campus

Greetings: Diya Das, Ph.D., Dean
President’s Core Values Medallion Presentation: Michael Melton, Yeaton Professor; Director, Center
for Advanced Financial Education
Presentation of Degrees: Diya Das, Ph.D., Dean; Rupayan Gupta, Associate Dean
MBA Program: Mark Wu, Director, MBA Program; Kate Hall, Lecturer; Director, Assurance of Learning;
Jimoh Fatoki, Assistant Professor
Accounting: John McQuilkin, Professor
Economics: Priniti Panday, Professor
Finance: Michael Melton, Yeaton Professor; Director, Center for Advanced Financial Education
Management, Entrepreneurship, Sports Management, and IB: Benjamin Innis, Assistant Professor;
Minoo Tehrani, Professor; Director, International Business Programs
Marketing: Miao Zhao, Professor
Closing Remarks: Diya Das, Ph.D., Dean

WAVE II | 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Cummings School of Architecture

Quad tent between the Cummings School of Architecture and University Library

Greetings: Stephen White, AIA, Dean, Professor
President’s Core Values Medallion Presentation: Stephen White, AIA, Dean; Gregory Laramie, AIA, Associate Dean
Recognition of Awards in Architecture: Olga Mesa, Director, Architecture Undergraduate Studies
Recognition of Awards in Preservation: Elaine Stiles, Ph.D., Director of Preservation Practices
Recognition of Tau Sigma Delta Honor Society: Roberto Viola Ochoa, Associate Professor
Conferring of Graduate Degrees and Hooding Ceremony: Stephen White, AIA, Dean;
Gregory Laramie, AIA, Associate Dean
Graduate Hooding Master of Architecture Students: Ruben Alcolea, Director of Architecture Advanced and Graduate Studies; Olga Mesa, Director of Architecture Undergraduate Studies
Awarding of Posthumous Degree: Paige Moreau: Stephen White, AIA, Dean
Conferring of Undergraduate Degrees: Stephen White, AIA, Dean; Gregory Laramie, AIA, Associate Dean
Recognition of Undergraduate Academic Honors: Stephen White, AIA, Dean
Closing Remarks: Gregory Laramie, AIA, Associate Dean; Stephen White, AIA, Dean

School of Engineering, Computing, and Construction Management

Global Heritage Hall tent

Greetings: B. Gökhan Çelik, Ph.D., Dean
President’s Core Values Medallion Presentation: B. Gökhan Çelik, Ph.D., Dean
Top Student Awards Recognition:
Engineering: Charles R . Thomas, Professor; Coordinator, Engineering Program
Computing (Cybersecurity and Computer Science): Shakour Abuzneid, Professor; Coordinator, Computing Program
Construction Management: Anne Anderson, Associate Professor; Coordinator, Construction Management Program
Presentation of Degrees: B . Gökhan Çelik, Dean; Charles R . Thomas, Professor; Coordinator, Engineering Program; Anthony Ruocco, Professor; Douglas White, Professor; Anne Anderson, Associate Professor; Coordinator, Construction Management Program
Closing Remarks: B. Gökhan Çelik, Ph.D., Dean

School of Justice Studies

Practice Soccer Field tent, North Campus

Processional & Welcome: Stephanie Manzi, Ph.D.
Dean’s Greetings: Vaughn J. Crichlow, Ph.D., LL.B, Dean
Core Values Medallion Recipient & Undergraduate Speaker Introduction by: Joseph Roberts, Ph.D.
Recipient: Elena Sewall
Graduate Student Speaker Introduction by: Sean Varano, Ph.D.
Speaker: Nicole Poutre
Faculty Speaker: Chantrell Frazier, Ph.D.
Presentation of Degrees: Vaughn J. Crichlow, Ph.D., LL.B., Dean
Reader: Dave Lambert, Ph.D., Assistant Dean & Director of JSTRI
Dean’s Closing Remarks

School of Law

Paolino Field (behind the Campus Recreation Center)

Greetings: Gregory W. Bowman, Dean
Director’s Greetings: Nicole J. Benjamin, Esq., L’06; Chair, Board of Directors; Trustee, RWU Board
of Trustees; Member Shareholder, Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C.
Recognition of Honorary Degree Recipient: Gregory W. Bowman, Dean
Address: The Honorable Lara E. Montecalvo, United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit
Valedictorian Address
Conferring of Degrees: Gregory W. Bowman, Dean
Presentation of the Graduating Class: Colleen A. Brown, Associate Dean, Academic Affairs

2026 Commencement Speaker & Honorary Degree Recipient

Dick Sullivan ’79
Doctor of Humane Letters, Honoris Causa
Former Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,
PGA TOUR Superstore

Dick Sullivan ’79 will deliver the Commencement address to the Class of 2026 and will be awarded an honorary degree in recognition of his extraordinary career achievements, leadership, and service. Sullivan, former Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of PGA TOUR Superstore, built a distinguished career spanning decades of transformative leadership in retail, sports, and marketing. Since joining PGA TOUR Superstore, he has led a dramatic nationwide expansion, quadrupling the store count and building a robust global e-commerce platform.

Sullivan, who graduated with a B.S. in Accounting from RWU in 1979, has a professional journey that includes senior leadership roles with The Home Depot, where he served as Chief Marketing Officer during a period of rapid national growth, and as Executive Vice President with the National Football League’s (NFL) Atlanta Falcons, where he helped drive record-breaking business performance. His career reflects a deep commitment to innovation, strategic growth, and organizational excellence.

“Dick Sullivan exemplifies the spirit of Roger Williams University, entrepreneurial, forward-thinking, and deeply committed to making an impact,” said RWU President Ioannis Miaoulis. “His remarkable leadership journey, from our classrooms to the highest levels of business, is an inspiration to our graduates as they prepare to lead in a rapidly changing world.”

RWU Provost Margaret Everett added, “Dick’s career demonstrates the power of adaptability, vision, and values-driven leadership. We are honored to celebrate his achievements and to have him share his insights with the Class of 2026 at such a pivotal moment in their lives.”

Throughout his career, Sullivan has been recognized for his leadership and industry impact, including being named one of Atlanta’s Most Admired CEOs. He has also contributed extensively to civic and nonprofit organizations, serving on boards and advisory groups across sports, business, and community development.

As an alumnus, Sullivan has maintained a strong connection to RWU and its mission, making his return to campus for Commencement especially meaningful. He has not only invested his time in student mentorship but has also supported Roger Williams University philanthropically by establishing the Dick Sullivan Sports Business Forum classroom in the Mario J. Gabelli School of Business. This classroom and Sullivan’s ability to bring influential speakers and sports scholars to the Sport Management Program ensure successful growth and student success for GSB’s newest academic program.

2026 School Of Law Honorary Degree Recipient

The Honorable Lara E. Montecalvo
Doctor of Laws, Honoris Causa
United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit

Judge Lara E. Montecalvo was appointed by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., and confirmed by the U.S. Senate, to the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit in September 2022.

She is a 1996 graduate of Swarthmore College and earned her J.D., magna cum laude, from Boston College Law School in 2000.

After graduating from law school, Judge Montecalvo began her legal career as a trial attorney in the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C., where she litigated civil tax matters on behalf of the United States government. In 2004, Judge Montecalvo moved home to Rhode Island and became an attorney in the Rhode Island Public Defender’s Office. She remained in that Office, taking on a variety of roles, for the rest of her advocacy career. First, as a trial attorney, she litigated misdemeanor and felony cases in the Rhode Island state courts. Then, from 2010 to 2020, she worked as an appellate attorney, serving as Chief of the Appellate Division from 2014 to 2020. As appellate counsel, she briefed and argued appeals from criminal convictions, including over 45 reported Rhode Island Supreme Court cases. She also represented parents in civil proceedings appealing the termination of parental rights and clients in civil post-conviction appeals. Nominated by former Rhode Island Governor Gina M. Raimondo, Judge Montecalvo served as the Rhode Island Public Defender from 2020 to 2022. In that role, Judge Montecalvo led a staff of nearly 100 lawyers, social workers, investigators, interpreters, and administrative assistants. She made and executed all legal and policy decisions involving the Office, including advocating for its annual budget and assessing and proposing legislation impacting its clients and indigent defense generally.

Judge Montecalvo has been a frequent presenter at continuing legal education courses throughout her career, including annual reviews of recent case law and presentations involving fourth amendment jurisprudence, the preservation of issues for appellate review, and best practices in trial and appellate advocacy. As a judge, she has served on continuing legal education panels discussing federal appellate advocacy and brief writing.

Judge Montecalvo has long supported the creation of rigorous programs for legal interns. From 2014-2020, she managed the Appellate Division’s law student internship program, working with colleagues to design a program that offers a two-month immersive writing workshop through which students work on active appeals. Since taking the bench, Judge Montecalvo has hosted law student interns each academic term, focusing on working with interns to produce substantive legal research and writing on complex areas of federal law.

Judge Montecalvo lives in Rhode Island with her husband, attorney Craig V. Montecalvo, and their son.

Posthumous Degree Recipient

Paige Rose Moreau
Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Posthumous

Paige Rose Moreau passed away on April 26, 2025, just one year before her graduation, while participating in a study abroad program in Florence, Italy.

Paige touched the lives of many in the Roger Williams University community. She was actively involved in the campus community, making a lasting impact as an Architecture student, in her role as an RA and Head RA in the Housing Office, a cheerleader, a member of the Dance Club, and a Building Manager with Student Programs, Leadership, & Orientation. Paige was also an Architectural Intern with Bisbano + Associates, Inc. in Providence, R.I. Her leadership, mentorship, and spirit touched the lives of many. She is remembered by all as a shining light that brightened everyone’s day.

The Paige Moreau Memorial Scholarship, founded in her memory, has reached endowment level and will be awarded annually. Paige’s legacy will continue to live on through other students’ journeys at RWU.

Academic Record

This list of degree candidates is based on each student’s academic record as of February 1, 2026. A double asterisk (**) denotes students who have the distinction of completing the requirements for two majors and are candidates for the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees.

For undergraduate students participating in May commencement that have not yet had their degrees conferred, Latin Honors listed in the commencement program are calculated based on each student’s penultimate semester at the University. Latin Honors are awarded to undergraduate bachelor degree students who have met the University’s 54-credit residency requirement and have earned the minimum cumulative GPAs to be awarded Latin Honors.

Latin Honors on diplomas and transcripts will reflect each student’s final undergraduate GPA at the University. Degrees are conferred and diplomas are issued to graduates only after the University Registrar’s Office has certified that all degree requirements have been met.

Academic Regalia

The standard academic costume used today has its roots as far back as medieval times, when gowns were worn daily in European universities to identify disciplines of study and provide warmth.

In 1895, American campuses adopted the formal Academic Costume Code based on this historical precedent. The code allows the audience to determine from the costume the degree, academic discipline, and often the institution that awarded the degree.

The academic costume consists of a cap with a tassel, a gown and a hood. The tassel may be in the color of the major field of study, or in gold signifying a doctor. Graduates receiving honors wear white and blue tassels. The gowns range from unornamental for a bachelor; to longer sleeves for a master; to more ornamental, with three bands on the sleeve and front panel, for a doctor. The hood is bordered in the color of the major field of study and lined in the color of the institution which awarded the degree.

Variations from this standard may indicate academic costuming from foreign universities, or a specific expression of a group or individual.

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President's Core Values Medallion 2026 Recipients

The President’s Core Values Medallion recognizes graduating students who best exemplify University core values through distinctive contributions reflecting the purpose of a Roger Williams University education: To strengthen society through engaged teaching and learning.

Each of the schools, together with President Miaoulis, selected this year’s class of Presidential Award Honorees. Students awarded this honor have truly embraced the University’s core values in meaningful ways.

President Miaoulis and the entire Roger Williams University community congratulate this year’s award recipients on this prestigious honor.

Olivia Claire Horton, Architecture — Cummings School of Architecture

Chelsea J. King, Finance — Mario J. Gabelli School of Business

Elena Rose Sewall, International Relations — School of Justice Studies

Genevieve Eileen Nelson, Construction Management — School of Engineering, Computing, and Construction Management

Rachel Fortuna Cabral, History — Feinstein School of Humanities, Arts, and Education

Lucas Reide Matthews, Educational Studies and Psychology — Feinstein School of Humanities, Arts, and Education

Branalysa Varela, Marine Biology and Environmental Science — Feinstein School of Social and Natural Sciences

Lily Miranda Winsten, Biology and Public Health — Feinstein School of Social and Natural Sciences

Derek Galvao, Legal Studies — Extension School

George Alexandre, Electrical Apprenticeship — Extension School

Caroline E. Stanton Chlaupek, Law — School of Law

Corey P. Brown, Special Education — Graduate Studies

At Large

Avery Paige Bennett, Architecture — Cummings School of Architecture

Paige Rose Moreau, Architecture — Cummings School of Architecture (Posthumous)

Kya Lynne Daniels, Marketing — Mario J. Gabelli School of Business 

Max Theodore Patenaude, Marketing — Mario J. Gabelli School of Business  

Chanelle Andrea Gomez, Computer and Electrical Engineering — School of Engineering, Computing, and Construction Management 

Laurel Odette Rae Lees, Psychology — Feinstein School of Social and Natural Sciences

University Honors Program Graduates

The Roger Williams University Honors Program seeks to prepare and inspire students to be dedicated, engaged, and compassionate intellectual leaders locally, regionally, and globally. The goal is to prepare students to confront authentic community problems through the application of professional knowledge and skills, and promote the development of civic leaders and citizen scholars. The following students have successfully completed the program requirements:

Julia Abruzzese

Lily Maria Baliestiero

Jack Peregrine Beasley

Madison Alexandra Benson

Meghan Lynn Bonin

Cassandra Ellen Bousquet

Hannah Jane Caple

Ryan Own Carroll

Alexandra Maria Chigas

Sophia Natalie Clark

Max Coogan Collins

Riley Alexander Como

Talia Helen Cotroneo

Kya Lynne Daniels

Olivia M DaSilva

Elizabeth Armenia Weisen Dupuette

Olivia Paige Ellis

Ally Thibeault Fennell

Lia Skye Franciszkiewicz

Megan Rose Garner

Kelsey A Gouveia

Tania L.Guerrero

Isaac Zachary Halko

William Edward Hansen

Cara Ann Harvey

Abigail Lynn Heroux

Ty Matthew Higgins

Amy Louise Howell

Jessica Ashley Kane

Abigail Linn King

Eli Samuel Labell

Adam Thomas Lacroix

Maria Grace Mangiameli

Lucas Reide Matthews

Maren Ellstrom Matthews

Cassidy Mitsuko Methot

Benjamin Louis Mihalovich

Paige Min Yeong Morris

Abigail T.Morrison

Ethan A.Neidt

Kayleigh Michelle O’Connor

Killian Finn Paris

Max Theodore Patenaude

Grayson Ruel Philbrick

Lanna Amelia Plateroti

Mia Xiao Hu Raley

Celeste Rose Roberson

Lily Marie Rogers

Kayla May Sadowski

Rebecca Grace Scheffler

Elena Rose Sewall

Preston E.Sharrock

Emma Catherine Stephenson

Kyle Matthew Tarpy

Sophia Marie Terpning

C.Logan Tilburg

Hannah S.Timbrouck

Elizabeth Mary Van Liew

Amanda Carolyn Walsh

Lily Miranda Winsten

School of Law Honors Program Graduates

Autumn Rose Altobello

Samantha Michela Baxter

Marriah Ohs Binek

Ma Camille Briones

Alison Jay Brochu

Katherine S.Clark

Ryan John Claudino

James R.Contacos

Rachel Rose Gaul

Grace Ella Ani-tsutsa Greer

Olivia Faith Johnson

Rose-Ellen Shea Kane

Anna Morrow MacGillivray

Rachel Elle Maggiacomo

Drew Anthony Mondi

Nikki Joelle Nappi

Casey R.Rivera

Sarah-Sophia Rask Roberts

Isabelle Ryan

Declan Patrick Smith

Alexandria Snyders Dykeman

Caroline E.Stanton Chlaupek

Markus V.Stein

Olesya Tamburro

Brianna Williams

Jacob Rolf Young

Honors Societies

2026 Graduating Students Only

Alpha Chi

RWU sponsors the Rhode Island Alpha Chapter of Alpha Chi Scholarship-Leadership Honorary Society. Membership is by invitation to outstanding students who rank in the top five percent of the junior and senior classes.

Julia Abruzzese

Julia Rose Baytarian

Avery Paige Bennett

Madison Alexandra Benson

Connor Andrew Bobbitt

Jenna Bouchard

Sophia Grace Burton

Simone Luisa Cassano

Zachary Alden Chandler

Ellie Marie Cook

Talia Helen Cotroneo

Olivia M DaSilva

Dominic Gioseppe DeBlasi

Keegan Denahey

Haley Catherine Dufresne

Matthew Raymond Dugal

Katherine Marie Flaherty

Lia Skye Franciszkiewicz

Lilah Freeburg

Megan Rose Harris

Asher S.Hercek

Rebecca J.Jorgensen-Duffy

John Timothy Lawrence

Avery Daniele Marchand

Owen Mather

Lucas Reide Matthews

Michael Gray Messier

Cassidy Mitsuko Methot

Ethan A.Neidt

Lily Grace Neves

Jacob Dean Perry

Mia Xiao Hu Raley

Lily Marie Rogers

Rebecca Grace Scheffler

Emma Caroline Anna Schultz

Elena Rose Sewall

Evelyn Anne Sprague

Sophia Marie Terpning

Jaelyn Marie Tigges

C.Logan Tilburg

Isabelle Paige Unsworth

Amanda Carolyn Walsh

Camila Silva Wendland

Maggie Zhang

Alpha Phi Sigma

Alpha Phi Sigma is the only national justice honor society for criminal justice majors. The society recognizes academic excellence of undergraduate and graduate students of criminal justice, as well as Juris Doctorate.

Sean Robert Brennan

Madison Marie Kelsey

Alpha Sigma Lambda

Founded in 1945 to recognize adult students in continuing education who achieve academic excellence while managing responsibilities to family, work and community. Membership in the RWU chapter, Rho Alpha, is by invitation to Extension School students who rank in the top 10 percent of their class. These students epitomize successful lifelong learning.

Lucas Duane Anderson

Casey Jordan Andrade

Sigourney Desiree Goldsmith

Kendrick Shawn Johnson

Lina P.Mejia

Brian Steven Parker

Saraetta Parker

Beta Alpha Psi

Beta Alpha Psi is a nonprofit international honorary and service organization primarily for accounting but also finance and information students at AACSB accredited universities. Beta Alpha Psi provides opportunities for development of technical and professional skills to complement university education; participation in community service; and interaction among students, faculty, and professionals.

Emma Simone Bosco

Mason James Caserta

Peter Crowell Cotoia

Kailey Marie Daddona

Dominic Gioseppe DeBlasi

Jack Travers Downing

Ali Marie Ferrini

Noah Alexander Furtado

Quinn Kathleen Holway

Elie F Lahout

Heather Quinn Morgan

Sophia Jane Norcross

Jacob Dean Perry

Gabrielle M.Petroniro

Allison Hill Rebeiro

William Joseph Reece

Sean Michael Reis

Kyle Matthew Tarpy

Isabelle Paige Unsworth

Piper Leia Yegidis

Beta Beta Beta

Beta Beta Beta is a national honor society in the biological sciences. The Theta Gamma chapter was established at RWU in 2003. The society emphasizes stimulation of scholarship, dissemination of scientific knowledge and promotion of biological research. Membership is by invitation to upper level geology and marine biology majors who have maintained at least a 3.3 GPA in their biology courses.

Associate Member†

Charlotte Grace-Mis Beaton

Evelyn Anne Brunsting

Ava Grace Cieplinski

Madison Karen Higgins

Kayleigh Michelle O’Connor

Hope Savannah Simmons

Sophia Marie Terpning

Branalysa Varela

Mackenzie Taylor Weikel

†Joshua Logan Cohen

†Trenton Konnor Collins

†Gisele Esther Egenberger

Asheley Javier

†Danielly Miranda De Souza

†Christy Laura Vernon

Beta Gamma Sigma

Beta Gamma Sigma serves business programs accredited by AACSB International, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. The RWU Chapter was established in 2006. Membership is by invitation to students who are enrolled in subject matter areas within the purview of accreditation and who are in the upper tenth of their graduating class.

Connor Andrew Bobbitt

Simone Luisa Cassano

Zachary Alden Chandler

Alexandra Maria Chigas

Talia Helen Cotroneo

Nicholas Robert Cotting

Kya Lynne Daniels

Dominic Gioseppe DeBlasi

Olivia Paige Ellis

Quinn Kathleen Holway

Chelsea J King

Eli Samuel Labell

Julia Ho Lucak

Abida Mohammady

Jacob Dean Perry

William Joseph Reece

Lucas Sanborn-Burch

Cedric Savoie

Sophie Scerbin

Emma Caroline Anna Schultz

Amanda Carolyn Walsh

Maggie Zhang

Kappa Mu Epsilon

Kappa Mu Epsilon Charter is the first chapter in RI. KME membership provides students opportunities for mathematical networking and exploration through yearly regional and national conferences as well as a subscription to the KME journal, the Pentagon. To be inducted, a student must complete at least three semesters and rank in the upper thirty-fifth percent of their class. They must also complete three courses in mathematics, including at least one semester of calculus and maintain a B average in all mathematics classes.

Danielle Ashley Vogt

Lambda Alpha

Lambda Alpha is a National Anthropology Honor Society that was established in 1968 to promote the study of anthropology by acknowledging and recognizing students for their exemplary contributions and achievements. The name Lambda Alpha stems from the Greek words “LOGOS ANTHROPOU,” meaning “The study of humans.”

Jenna Bouchard

Ellie Marie Cook

Abigail Linn King

Drew Steinfeld

Lambda Epsilon Chi (LEX)

National honor society in Paralegal Studies. The purpose of LEX is to recognize persons who have demonstrated superior academic performance in an established program in paralegal studies offered at an institution that is an institutional member in good standing of the American Association of Paralegal Education (AAFPE).

Sydney Cheryl Anderson

Casey Jordan Andrade

Kevin Taylor Birdt

Katharine B.Desrosiers

Sigourney Desiree Goldsmith

Christal Hebert

Kendrick Shawn Johnson

Harrison Robert Maio

Brian Steven Parker

Saraetta Parker

Faith Elizabeth Vargas

Tiffany Moria Williams

Lambda Pi Eta

Lambda Pi Eta (LPH) is the National Communication Association’s official honor society at four-year colleges and universities. LPH represents what Aristotle described in The Rhetoric as three ingredients of persuasion: logos (Lambda), meaning logic; pathos (Pi), relating to emotion; and ethos (Eta), defined as character credibility and ethics. Lambda Pit Eta recognizes, fosters and rewards outstanding scholastic achievement while stimulating interest in the communication discipline.

Sadie Elizabeth Barnard

Madison Alexandra Benson

Jillian Grace Dorf

Victoria Ellen Fahey

Soraya Fanion

Cooper David Hughes

John Timothy Lawrence

Dominic Paquette

Marleigh Kaerys Shvanda

Alexandra Tavaglione

Macie Lillian Whalen

Phi Alpha Theta

RWU established the Alpha Eta Kappa Chapter of the National Honor Society in 1994 to promote excellence in scholarship to advance the discipline of history. Membership is by invitation to outstanding students in history.

Cassandra Ellen Bousquet

Sophia Grace Burton

Rachel Fortuna Cabral

Stephen Henry Caniglia Jr.

Zachary Alden Chandler

Catherine J.Chester

Chad Tucker Eakes

Connor James Faxon

Amanda Nicole Greenhalgh

Asher S.Hercek

Abigail Linn King

Emma Jean Oneill

Samuel James Powers

Eleanor Stefani Rothberg

Evelyn Anne Sprague

Rachel Swan

Sarah Emily Whitfield

Pi Sigma Alpha

The Phi Lambda chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha, the National Political Science Honor Society, was established at RWU in 1997. The purpose of Pi Sigma Alpha is to promote interest and scholarship in the subjects of politics, government, and international relations by providing recognition and support to students who have excelled in the field. Membership is open to juniors and seniors who have completed at least four courses in political science, maintained at least a 3.2 GPA in those courses, and have a cumulative GPA of 3.4 or in the top third of their class. The national organization offers opportunities for scholarships, grants, and awards for academic achievement, and the local chapter sponsors co-curricular activities, which provide a forum for research and the exchange of ideas in the discipline.

Sophia Grace Burton

Stephen Henry Caniglia Jr.

Emma Rose Cinotti

Lily Grace Neves

Elena Rose Sewall

Evelyn Anne Sprague

Psi Chi

The purpose of the Psi Chi National Honor Society is to encourage, stimulate and maintain excellence in scholarship and to advance the science of psychology. The Roger Williams chapter was established in 1978.

Myah Elisse Abreu

Julia Abruzzese

Emma Rose Cinotti

Olivia M DaSilva

Maddison Lynn Edwards

Meghan Rosel Harvey

Grace Ann Jackson

Rebecca J Jorgensen-Duffy

Abigail Linn King

Lucas Reide Matthews

Miller Noel McCoy

Mallory DeSilva Pinkans

Jillian Noelle Smith

Jaelyn Marie Tigges

Jaiden Marie Lora Wyner

Sigma Delta Pi

Sigma Delta Pi, the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society (La Sociedad Nacional Honoraria Hispanica), was established in 1919. The Society’s insignia is the royal seal of Fernando and Isabel, representing Castille, Leon and Aragon. Sigma Delta Pi’s motto is the Greek phrase “Spanias Didagei Proagomen,” meaning “Let’s go forth/continue forth under the teaching/guidance of the Spanish language.”

Ivan Emilio Barrientos

Rachel Marie Bikofsky

Jordana Gayle Hersh

Shelsea Maria Jimenez Martinez

Sigma Lota Rho

The Epsilon Mu chapter of Sigma Iota Rho, the international honor society for international relations, was established at RWU in 2008 to promote and reward scholarship and service among students and practitioners. Juniors who meet the standards of a 3.2 cumulative GPA and a 3.4 GPA in International Relations are eligible for membership. Membership in Sigma Iota Rho is intended not only to enhance the credentials of its members, though public recognition of the best and the brightest students in international relations, but is meant to encourage a life-long devotion to a better understanding of the world we live in and to continuing support for and engagement in education, service, and occupational activities that reflect the highest standards of practice in international affairs.

Sophia Grace Burton

Elena Rose Sewall

Evelyn Anne Sprague

Sigma Lambda Chi

Sigma Lambda Chi, the international construction honor society, provides recognition to outstanding students in the construction management major for their academic accomplishments. Membership is by invitation to majors who possess the requisite grade point average.

Justin Michael Camelio

Max Coogan Collins

Marissa Jae MacPherson

David Joseph Manafort

Austin Nicolas Medico

Trent Joshua Morris

Cameron Luke Testa

Patrick Joseph Wynne

Sigma Tau Delta

The Alpha Alpha Nu Chapter of the International English Honor Society was established at Roger Williams in 1990. The society confers distinction for high achievement in English literature and language, promotes interest in literature and the English language on local campuses and their surrounding communities, and fosters the discipline of English in all its aspects, including creative and critical writing.

Savannah Lynd Bernabucci

Jenna Bouchard

Paris Delbone

Madison Gerrish

Adam Thomas Lacroix

Aelan Elizabeth Lee

Jane Elizabeth Maciel

Lucas Reide Matthews

Kaicey Joscelynne Rosa

Tau Sigma Delta

The Beta Tau Chapter of the Tau Sigma Delta Honor Society in Architecture was established at RWU in 1989. Tau Sigma Delta is a national collegiate honor society for accredited programs in architecture, landscape architecture and the allied arts, whose prime objective is to celebrate excellence in scholarship, to stimulate achievement and to reward students who attain high scholastic standings.

Angelina Joan Alessandrini

Sarah Virginia Baker

Avery Paige Bennett

Rachel Marissa Borzone

Lauren Hadleigh Canata

Molly Marie DeLorenzo

Jason Michael DiBiase

Jake Austin Dupuis

Elizabeth Armenia Weisenreder Duquette

Lia Skye Franciszkiewicz

Abigail Rose Gilligan

Zulange Gonzalez

Tania L.Guerrero

Shane Thomas Gunning

Tess Olivia Heilman

Olivia Claire Horton

Carley G.Howe

Liam H.Lachi

Natalie Marie Lundari

Avery Daniele Marchand

Megan Nell Mastrantonio

Cora L.McComiskey

Samantha Miranda McCormick

Steven August Nostro

Liam Harrison Reynolds

Lydia Gray Robinson

Lily Marie Rogers

Kayla May Sadowski

Ryan Patrick Spillane

C.Logan Tilburg

Juliet Florence Vasey

Kaylee Grace Wimmer

Candidates for Senior Thesis with Distinction

The students listed below have submitted Senior Thesis With Distinction proposals and made substantial progress toward the completion of a senior thesis. Successful candidates will have Senior Thesis With Distinction recorded on their official academic transcripts.

Sadie Elizabeth Barnard

Nathan Bin

Jenna Bouchard

Sophia Grace Burton

Rachel Fortuna Cabral

Alexandra Maria Chigas

Emma Rose Cinotti

Sabrina Rose Corga

Samuel Alfredo Xavier DaCunha

Aaron Michael D’Aversa

Madison Gerrish

Leo Augustin Giardi

Shakira Janielle Hall

Skyler Jerlene Kelemen

Paige Elizabeth Klos

Eli Samuel Labell

Aelan Elizabeth Lee

Lucas Reide Matthews

Cassidy Mitsuko Methot

Zosia Alexandra Mikolajczyk

Michelle L Moniz

Lily Grace Neves

Allison Cecile Orlofski

Killian Finn Paris

Rachel Ann Perkins

Mia Xiao Hu Raley

Fatima Rasuly

Kaicey Joscelynne Rosa

Rebecca Grace Scheffler

Elena Rose Sewall

Alexis Theberge

Neve Christina Trigo

Rebecca Robin Usher

Elizabeth Mary Van Liew

Camila Silva Wendland

Lily Miranda Winsten

School Of Law Feinstein Center For Pro Bono & Experiential Education Ppublic Interest And Pro Bono Legal Service Awards And Recognition

The following graduating students completed one hundred hours or more of pro bono legal service:

Alexis Louise Annarummo

Melanie Baez

Georgia Balkun

Nicole Ann Barbieri

Elizabeth Beaumont

Caleigh Elizabeth Bousquin

Alison Jay Brochu

Geralyn P.Burke

Olivia Marie Cairrao

Deanna Capperelli

Arianna M.Chen

Ryan John Claudino

James R.Contacos

Julia Rose DiFalco

Dillon M.Donaldson L’25

Bryce Joseph Duprey

Megan Elizabeth Essex

Jacob W.Evans

Zaki John Farah

Meaghan Elizabeth Francis

Fiona Josephine Good

Sara Harmony Greco

Grace Ella Ani-tsutsa Greer

Rida Fatima Hamid

Nicole Hernandez

John Hoelscher

Farah Huneidi

Matthew J.Ijac

Desiree L.James

Olivia Faith Johnson

Rose-Ellen Shea Kane

Penelope Elizabeth Kehrer

Erin Mieko King, Esg., L’25

Benjamin Kolb

Scott William Linnane

Tzu Hsuan (Cecilia) Liu

Ann Gibelle Martinez

Abbey D.McMullen

Daniella Mota

Vylia Khasro Omar

Brianna Peñaranda-Vega

Jordan Ariel Raleigh

Rileigh Mae Rawson

Wren Rodrigues L’25

Kathryn Mary Robinson, Esq., L’25

Meghan C.Sheldon

Declan Patrick Smith

Emanuell Nathaniel Smith

Adam Nathaniel Speakman

Darlene L.Sweeney L’25

Olesya Tamburro

Kirsten Lynn Taylor

Savanna Shaniqua Titre

Maureen Sullivan Twomey

Lorena Ulloa

Carlos Andres Visbal

Cameron Schaefer Wessel

Brianna Williams

School of Law | Law Review

The following Class of 2026 students constitute the 2025-2026 Editorial Board and Assistant Editors of the Roger Williams University Law Review and are responsible for the publication of Volume 31 of the Law Review.

Editorial Board

Olivia Faith Johnson
Editor-in-Chief

Meghan C.Sheldon
Managing Editor

Maximilian Schapfel
Executive Articles Editor

Declan Patrick Smith
Executive Articles Editor

Nicole Hernandez
Executive Notes and Comments Editor

Ryan John Claudino
Rhode Island Editor

Nikki Joelle Nappi
Research and Development Editor

Jacob Rolf Young
Alumni and Outreach Editor

Sarah-Sophia Rask Roberts
Articles Editor

Drew Anthony Mondi
Articles Editor

Christopher M.Ray
Articles Editor

Anna Morrow MacGillivray
Justice For All Editor

Alison Jay Brochu
Justice For All Development Editor

Ma Camille Briones
Notes and Comments Editor

Rachel K.Lesinski
Notes and Comments Editor

Casey R.Rivera
Notes and Comments Editor

Senior Editorial Staff

Marriah Ohs Binek

Evan J.Degaitas

Desiree L.James

Alexander James Lavoie

Alexis Nicole Reed L’25

Isabelle Ryan

Alexandria Snyders Dykeman

Caroline E.Stanton Chlaupek

School of Law | Moot Court

The Moot Court Board promotes the development of the art of appellate advocacy and brief writing. Those selected as the best appellate advocates in the interscholastic competition are awarded the Clark Prize for Excellence in Advocacy. The Board also sponsors interscholastic teams that compete against representatives from law schools across the nation.

Moot Court Executive Board 2025-2026

Marriah Ohs Binek
President

Emanuell Nathaniel Smith
Vice President

Nilda Ines Chajon Navas
Co-Chair of Esther Clark and External Competitions

Karen Yessenia Perez
Co-Chair of Esther Clark and External Competitions

Vylia Khasro Omar
Chair of Finance and Development

Kirsten Lynn Taylor
Chair of Communications and Records

3L Moot Court Members

Alyah Kalalib Achabi

Alexis Louise Annarummo

Melanie Baez

Nicole Ann Barbieri

Meaghan Elizabeth Francis

Fiona Josephine Good

Tzu Hsuan (Cecilia) Liu

Kevin J.Lowther II

Hannah Margaret Page

Sarah-Sophia Rask Roberts

Caroline E.Stanton Chlaupek

Brianna Williams

Jacob Rolf Young

76th Annual National Moot Court Competition

Marriah Ohs Binek

Vylia Khasro Omar

The Judge John R. Brown Admiralty Moot Court Competition

Drew Anthony Mondi

Maximilian Schapfel

Caroline E.Stanton Chlaupek

Northeastern Black Law Student Association’s Thurgood Marshall Moot Court Competition

Emanuell Nathaniel Smith

National Admiralty Moot Court Competition

Kaely Larkin

Maximilian Schapfel

Caroline E.Stanton Chlaupek

School of Law | Trial Team

The following graduates were selected to participate in external mock trial competitions.

2025 Cambridge Clash Invitational Trial Competition

Alyah Kalalib Achabi

Dillon M.Donaldson L’25

Matthew J.Ijac

Penelope Elizabeth Kehrer

2026 Texas Young Lawyers Association National Trial Team Competition

Alyah Kalalib Achabi

Eric Kaser Foley

Penelope Elizabeth Kehrer

2025-2026 Constance Baker Motley Mock Trial Competition

Ann Gibelle Martinez

2026 Phi Alpha Delta Law School Mock Trial Competition

Alyah Kalalib Achabi

Trial Team Student Advisory Board 2025-2026

Alyah Kalalib Achabi, Co-Chair

Ann Gibelle Martinez, Co-Chair

School Of Law | Selected Honors Earned by Members Of The School Of Law Class Of 2026

The Clark Prize for Excellence in Appellate Advocacy

Those students who capture first place in the written and oral interscholastic moot court competition share an award donated by former Distinguished Visiting Professor Esther F. Clark. Members of the graduating class who received this award during their studies include:

Marriah Ohs Binek
Winner of the Clark Competition

Vylia Khasro Omar
Finalist

Marriah Ohs Binek
Best Brief

Caroline E.Stanton Chlaupek
Best On/Off Brief Presentation

Caroline E.Stanton Chlaupek
Best Oralist

Professor Clark Endowed Scholarship

Distinguished Visiting Professor Ester F. Clark and her husband, John Clark, established this scholarship to recognize outstanding academic performance by a rising second year student.

Marriah Ohs Binek

Vylia Khasro Omar

Caroline E.Stanton Chlaupek

Gary L. Bahr Memorial Scholarship

This award is in memory of Professor Gary L. Bahr, the first associate dean and member of the founding faculty of the School of Law. The award is made annually to the first-year student with the highest combined average in contracts and torts.

Ryan John Claudino

Kathleen M. Birt Memorial Dispute Resolution Prize

This prize is awarded to graduating students who have demonstrated the most distinguished performance in dispute resolution courses.

Geralyn P.Burke

Clinical Legal Education Association Outstanding Clinical Student Award

This national award recognizes a student who has excelled in a clinical course in law school.

Declan Patrick Smith

Clinical Legal Education Association Outstanding Externship Student Award

This national award recognizes a student who has excelled in both the seminar component and the field work component of an externship.

Caroline E.Stanton Chlaupek

Dean’s Academic Achievement Award

This award is presented by the Dean to a graduate student who improved their grades the most from the first year.

Tatiana Victoria-Glen Sotelo

Legal Methods Faculty Award for Best Brief

This award is made possible by The Lillian and Irving Topf Memorial Fund.

Ryan John Claudino

Roger Williams University School of Law Alumni Association Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded annually to a rising second year student demonstrating academic excellence and financial need.

Milady Appiah

Nilda Ines Chajon Navas

Michael P. McNulty Scholarship

This scholarship is in memory of Michael McNulty, who died suddenly just before the beginning of his 3L year.

Suad Rahima Osman

Public Interest Award

The Public Interest Award is given to a graduating student who has been exemplary in serving the community and promoting justice for the underrepresented.

Farah Huneidi

Pro Bono Collaborative Award

This award is given to a graduating student for professionalism, collaborative spirit, and exemplary commitment to serving the community and promoting justice for the underrepresented through PBC projects.

Ann Gibelle Martinez

Daniella Mota

Recognition for Pro Bono Leadership

The following graduating students are recognized for their leadership in RWU Law’s pro bono programming:

Melanie Baez
Olivia Marie Cairrao
Alternative Spring Break

Georgia Balkun
Kirsten Lynn Taylor
PBC Eviction Help Desk

Erin Mieko King, Esq., L’25
PBC Street Law

Marine Affairs Achievement Award

This award honors a graduating student who has been exemplary in the study and advancement of marine policy and law.

Haley Venne Sinsley

Benjamin and Renee Vogel Family Social Justice Scholarship

This award is to attract and retain students who have shown a sincere interest in serving the public and contributing to social justice efforts. It is awarded to a law student pursuing public interest law and participating in law clinics or clinical externships designed to serve underserved populations.

Suad Rahima Osman

University Board of Trustees 2025-2026

Heather N. Boujoulian, B.S.`97, M.U.P.
Chair of the Board of Trustees
Managing Director / CIO of Development & Construction Investments, Berkshire Residential Investments

James R. Andrade ’77, ’79
Former Senior Vice President, CapitaLand Group, Singapore

Nicole Benjamin, Esq., L’06
Shareholder, Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C.

Doris De Los Santos ’20

Todd R. Daviau ’86

Ron E. DePoalo P’23

Linn F. Freedman, Esq.
Partner, Chair Data Privacy & Cybersecurity, Robinson & Cole LLP

Mario J. Gabelli H’92
Chairman & CEO, Gabelli Asset Management, Inc.

Christopher J. Gagliardi ’07
Director of Investments, Sanofi Ventures

William Geraghty ’78
Financial Advisor, Ameriprise Financial

Domenic R. Grieco ’99
Owner, Grieco Automotive Group

Peter A. Heard ’80
Retired, Executive Vice President, Enterprise Distribution, Travelers Insurance

Les Hiscoe
CEO, Shawmut Design & Construction

Frank Hood ’97
CEO, Kingsdown, Inc.

Michael Integlia, Jr. ’70, P’12
President, Michael Integlia & Company

Laurie Landeau

Tony Masone ’91
Vice President & Treasurer, Amazon

William F. McKeon ’84
President and CEO, Texas Medical Center

Ioannis N. Miaoulis, Ph.D.
President, Roger Williams University

John J. Park P’25
Partner & CFO, Cardinal Partners

Scott W. Pray PL’16
President, DF Pray General Contractors

Lisa J. Raiola, MPH
President & Founder of Hope & Main

Walter J. Ramos ’83
President & CEO, Rogerson Communities

Todd Rechler ’93
Chief Construction and Development Officer, RXR Realty, LLC

Jacqueline S. Rolleri, Esq., L’11
Chief of Staff, Office of General Counsel, National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration

Erik Smith ’01
President/CEO, Saab, Inc.

Vernon H. Stafford, Jr. ’80
Retired Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Audit Executive, First Horizon National Corporation

The Honorable Brian P. Stern
Associate Judge, Rhode Island Superior Court

Katherine Sulentic, Esq., L’09
Deputy Athletic Director for Regulatory Affairs, University of Memphis

Stephen Zubiago, Esq.
CEO & Managing Partner, Nixon Peabody LLP

Emeritus Board Members

Timothy E. Baxter ’83, P’13, HD’15

F. Steele Blackall III*

Lloyd Bliss*

Roswell S. Bosworth Sr.*

Richard L. Bready HD ’08

Joseph M. Brito, Jr. P’11

Ferdinand A. Bruno, Esq.*

Mrs. Art Buchwald*

Rodney A. Butler

Stephen J. Carlotti

The Honorable Eugene Cochran*

Joseph DiStefano

The Honorable Corinne P. Grande*

Alexander H. Hirst*

Mary Laurelli*

Jerrold L. Lavine HD’09*

The Honorable Victoria Lederberg HD’01*

Ada Mogayzel*

Marcia Morris, JD, MPA, HD’19

The Honorable Joseph R. Paolino Jr. ’78

Nuala Pell*

Lincoln W.N. Pratt*

Frank E. Rainieri, Jr. ’99, HD’18 James Reilly*

Robert G. Rizzo*

Darrell S. Ross

Gary C. Schuler

Regina Shakin P’19

The Honorable Michael Silverstein

J. Lynn Singleton

Michael Simeoni ’74

The Honorable William E. Smith

Anne Szostak HD’94

Milton Tanner*

The Honorable Arlene Violet HD’24

William Watkins Jr.

Joseph D. Whelan, Esq.

Timothy B. Yeaton ’80

* deceased

H’ denotes: Honorary Degree received
LH’ denotes: Law Honorary Degree received
’ with a year denotes: Alumnus/a of RWU
P’ denotes: Parent of a RWU student or graduate

School of Law Board of Directors 2025-2026

Nicole J. Benjamin, Esq., L’06
Chair of the Board of Directors
RWU Board of Trustees Member
Shareholder, Adler Pollock & Sheehan P. C.

Collin Bailey, Esq., L’08
Vice President of Global Procurement, Bally’s Corporation

Alyssa V. Boss, Esq., L’97
General Counsel, University of Rhode Island

Gregory W. Bowman
Ex-Officio Member
Dean and Professor of Law, Roger Williams University School of Law

Bradford Boyd, Esq., L’08
President & Founder, ANOVA Marine Insurance Revolutionizing Logistics Insurance

Marek P. Bute, Esq., L’05
Senior Manager
AWS Worldwide Public Sector, Amazon Web Services

Brandon Cuffy, Esq., L’14
Associate, Miles & Stockbridge

Marc DeSisto, Esq.
DeSisto Law LLC

The Honorable Melissa R. DuBoseL’04
District Judge, United States District Court, District of Rhode Island

Stacey Erickson, Esq.
Assistant United States Attorney, US Attorney’s Office - District of Rhode Island

Carly Beauvais Iafrate, Esq., L’00
Law Office of Carly Beauvais Iafrate, PC

Paul Kessimian, Esq.
Co-Managing Partner, Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP

J. Scott Kilpatrick, Esq.
Founding Partner, Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick, LTD

Stephen P. Maguire, Esq., L’96, P’23, P’25
Law Office of Stephen P. Maguire, Inc.

Zachary Mandell, Esq., L’11
Mandell, Boisclair & Mandell, LTD

loannis N. Miaoulis, Ph.D.
Ex-Officio Member President, Roger Williams University

Weayonnoh Nelson-Davies, Esq., L’07
Executive Director, The Economic Progress Institute

Crystal D. Peralta, Esq., L’20
Ex-Officio Member Law Alumni Association Board, President

Adam Ramos, Esq., L’06
Partner, Hinckley Allen

Michael P. Robinson, Esq., L’00
Partner, Savage Law Partners, LLP

Joelle Rocha, Esq., L’06
Senior Counsel, Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C.

George L. Santopietro, Esq.
Partner, Coia & Lepore, LTD

Ondine Galvez Sniffin, Esq.
The Law Office of Ondine Galvez Sniffin, Esq.

The Honorable P. Brian Stern
RWU Board of Trustees Member
Associate Justice, Rhode Island Superior Court

Katherine Sulentic, Esq., L’09
RWU Board of Trustees MemberDeputy Athletic Director, Regulatory Affairs, The University of Memphis Athletics

The Honorable Paul A. Suttell LH’11
Chief Justice, Rhode Island Supreme Court

Hinna Mirza Upal, Esq., L’07
Senior Manager, Investigations Office of Compliance and Ethics
Associate Counsel, Office of Legal Affairs
Rochester Institute of Technology