In addition to $7,000 in funds, committee works with students, faculty and staff to organize food, clothing and supply deliveries to affected regions in New York and New Jersey.
Through the Community Partnerships Center, RWU students develop a plan to boost Bristol economy, tourism by transforming a historic Naval Armory into a Maritime Welcome Center.
Research by RWU faculty member Andrew Rhyne and partners shows that the new trade in locally cultivated corals for home aquariums reduces wild harvest and provides an income source for small island communities.