Current Graduate Students
Graduate Students bring a unique perspective to our community; your unique experiences will benefit your peers both inside and outside the classroom. Graduate Students have different needs than undergraduate students and we hope that you utilize the following campus resources for your needs.
The Graduate Student Community is a part of our Bristol and Providence campus, with several programs being online as well. We hope that Graduate Students will engage in the classroom and the campus community while they are completing their graduate studies.
Division of Student Life
The Division of Student Life has various offices to support you. The following Student Life Departments offer services and resources to our campus community.
Counseling Center
Counseling services are available to graduate students in the Counseling Center, located on the second floor of the Center for Student Development, which is near Cedar Hall.
The Center is open during the academic year from 8:30AM to 5:00PM, Monday through Friday. During winter break and the summer, the Center is open 8:00AM to 4:00PM, Monday through Friday. Student can contact the Counseling Center at 401-254-3124 to schedule an appointment.
Health Services
Health services are available to graduate students in the , located on the second floor of the Center for Student Development, which is near Cedar Hall.
The Center is open during the academic year from 8:30AM to 5:00PM, Monday through Friday. During winter break and the summer, the Center is open 8:00AM to 4:00PM, Monday through Friday. Student can contact the Health Services at 401-254-3156 to schedule an appointment.
Housing
The University has limited housing for Graduate Students on the Bristol campus. We realize that many graduate students are enrolled in various programs in Bristol or Providence and off campus housing will be the best options for them. Students can learn more about university housing or off campus options.
Bristol Dining Options
Graduate Students have options to purchase meal plans, add money to their accounts or visit our Upper Commons for meals. Information on meals and hours.
Campus Resources
We welcome Graduate Students to learn more about campus and visit these resources:
Graduate Student Association
The 51ÂÜÀò Graduate Student Association is the student organization on campus exclusively dedicated to serving the needs of graduate students through advocacy, professional development, and social activities. Members of the executive board are elected by the entire graduate student body each year, while members of the GSA Senate are elected by each academic program.
The Graduate Student Association holds elections every spring for the following academic year.
President: Marcella Colardo, Forensic Mental Health Counseling Program
Secretary: Hannah Illagan, Masters of Public Administration Program
Social Media Chair: Lindsey Tallo; Masters of Public Administration Program
Follow the for updates or email GSA@g.rwu.edu for information or suggestions.
Orientation Happy Hour | Bristol Campus
Monday, August 28, 2023 | 4:30pm
Boston Red Sox vs. Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park
Saturday, September 9, 2023 | 4:10pm
Funny Girl the Musical at PPAC
Sunday, September 10, 2023 | 6:30pm
Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical at PPAC
Sunday, October 22, 2023 | 6:30pm
The Book of Mormon Musical at PPAC
Sunday, November 5, 2023 | 6:30pm
Boston Bruins vs. the Arizona Coyotes at TD Garden (Boston)
Saturday, December 9, 2023
Company the Musical at PPAC
Sunday, April 28, 2024 | 6:30pm
End of the Year BBQ
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Boston Red Sox game at Fenway Park
May 10th or May 13th, 2024
Newport Sunset Cruise (Non-Graduating Students - Tentative)
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Newport Sunset Cruise (Graduating Students - Tentative)
Wednesday, May 15, 2024