https://rwuhawks.com/rss.aspx?path=genLatest news items for Roger Williams University Athleticsen-us60https://rwuhawks.com/news/2020/6/10/rwu-athletics-statement-on-nationwide-protests.aspxhttps://rwuhawks.com/news/2020/6/10/rwu-athletics-statement-on-nationwide-protests.aspxGeneral

Systemic racism has plagued the United States throughout its history, beginning with the arrival of the first enslaved Africans in 1619. Although efforts have been undertaken to reduce the impact of these long-standing practices, there is still room for improvement and more work that needs to be done. As these disparities are currently being exhibited on the world stage, it is paramount that Roger Williams University take the opportunity to do a self-assessment.]]>RWU Athletics - NewWed, 10 Jun 2020 11:45:00 EST212955https://rwuhawks.com/news/2026/3/12/general-bill-gorman-announced-as-cne-associate-commissioner.aspxhttps://rwuhawks.com/news/2026/3/12/general-bill-gorman-announced-as-cne-associate-commissioner.aspxGeneralThu, 12 Mar 2026 11:48:00 EST218244https://rwuhawks.com/news/2026/2/4/general-hall-of-fame-nominations-open-for-2026-cycle.aspxhttps://rwuhawks.com/news/2026/2/4/general-hall-of-fame-nominations-open-for-2026-cycle.aspxGeneral, Women's Cross Country, Equestrian, Sailing, Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer, Women's Tennis, Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, Men's Swimming, Women's Swimming, Wrestling, Baseball, Softball, Men's Lacrosse, Women's Lacrosse, Men's Tennis, Men's Volleyball, Women's Volleyball, Men's Rugby, Cheerleading, Men's Track & Field, Cross Country, Swimming & Diving, Men's Cross Country, Crew, Women's Rugby, Women's Track & Field, 2009 Golf Classic, Community Outreach, Men's Ice Hockey (Club), 2010 Golf Classic, 2011 Golf Classic, 2012 Golf Classic, Field Hockey, Hall of Fame, 2013 Golf Classic, Men's Golf, Ultimate, Golf Classic, Athletic Training, Club Men's Lacrosse, Men's Polo, Women's Polo, Honors, Gymnastics, Facilities, ESports, Women's Ice Hockey (Club), Men's Ice Hockey, Women's Ice Hockey, Women's Golf

BRISTOL, R.I. – The Roger Williams University Athletic Department is currently accepting nominations for the 10th class of the Roger Williams Athletic Hall of Fame, which is set to be inducted during Homecoming Weekend in October.]]>hofWed, 4 Feb 2026 13:00:00 EST218157https://rwuhawks.com/news/2026/2/2/general-athletic-director-kiki-jacobs-announces-decision-to-retire-from-roger-williams-university.aspxhttps://rwuhawks.com/news/2026/2/2/general-athletic-director-kiki-jacobs-announces-decision-to-retire-from-roger-williams-university.aspxGeneral, Women's Cross Country, Equestrian, Sailing, Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer, Women's Tennis, Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, Men's Swimming, Women's Swimming, Wrestling, Baseball, Softball, Men's Lacrosse, Women's Lacrosse, Men's Tennis, Men's Volleyball, Women's Volleyball, Men's Rugby, Cheerleading, Men's Track & Field, Cross Country, Swimming & Diving, Men's Cross Country, Crew, Women's Rugby, Women's Track & Field, 2009 Golf Classic, Community Outreach, Men's Ice Hockey (Club), 2010 Golf Classic, 2011 Golf Classic, 2012 Golf Classic, Field Hockey, Hall of Fame, 2013 Golf Classic, Men's Golf, Ultimate, Golf Classic, Athletic Training, Club Men's Lacrosse, Men's Polo, Women's Polo, Honors, Gymnastics, Facilities, ESports, Women's Ice Hockey (Club), Men's Ice Hockey, Women's Ice Hockey, Women's Golf

BRISTOL, R.I. – Roger Williams University (RWU) Director of Athletics, Intramurals, and Recreation Kiki Jacobs has announced her decision to step away from the role, concluding her tenure at Roger Williams after nine years.]]>Jacobs RetirementMon, 2 Feb 2026 16:00:00 EST218155https://rwuhawks.com/news/2025/12/18/general-cne-names-julie-beer-as-commissioner.aspxhttps://rwuhawks.com/news/2025/12/18/general-cne-names-julie-beer-as-commissioner.aspxGeneral

]]>Julie CommissionerThu, 18 Dec 2025 12:00:00 EST218094https://rwuhawks.com/news/2025/11/17/general-hawks-collects-275-pounds-of-non-perishable-items-for-east-bay-food-pantry.aspxhttps://rwuhawks.com/news/2025/11/17/general-hawks-collects-275-pounds-of-non-perishable-items-for-east-bay-food-pantry.aspxGeneral

BRISTOL, R.I. – The Roger Williams University Athletic Department hosted a campus-wide food drive during several home events on Friday, Nov. 7 and Saturday, Nov. 8, collecting an impressive 275 pounds of non-perishable food items to support the East Bay Food Pantry.]]>2025 Food DriveMon, 17 Nov 2025 12:02:00 EST218042https://rwuhawks.com/news/2025/10/22/general-thank-you-for-your-support-this-giving-day.aspxhttps://rwuhawks.com/news/2025/10/22/general-thank-you-for-your-support-this-giving-day.aspxGeneral, Women's Cross Country, Equestrian, Sailing, Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer, Women's Tennis, Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, Men's Swimming, Women's Swimming, Wrestling, Baseball, Softball, Men's Lacrosse, Women's Lacrosse, Men's Tennis, Men's Volleyball, Women's Volleyball, Men's Rugby, Cheerleading, Men's Track & Field, Cross Country, Swimming & Diving, Men's Cross Country, Crew, Women's Rugby, Women's Track & Field, Community Outreach, Men's Ice Hockey (Club), Field Hockey, Hall of Fame, Men's Golf, Ultimate, Golf Classic, Club Men's Lacrosse, Men's Polo, Women's Polo, Honors, Gymnastics, Facilities, ESports, Women's Ice Hockey (Club), Men's Ice Hockey, Women's Ice Hockey, Women's Golf

Dear Hawk Family, On behalf of the administrators, support staff, coaches, and teams at Roger Williams Athletics, we want to extend our gratitude for your unwavering support on Giving Day. Together with our alumni, coaches, student-athletes, friends, family, and fans, we were able to raise a record-breaking $247,536 from over 2,100 donors!]]>Giving Day Thank YouWed, 22 Oct 2025 12:06:00 EST217946https://rwuhawks.com/news/2025/8/27/general-colbert-steps-down-as-commissioner-of-the-cne.aspxhttps://rwuhawks.com/news/2025/8/27/general-colbert-steps-down-as-commissioner-of-the-cne.aspxGeneral

]]>Athletic Update CNEWed, 27 Aug 2025 11:11:00 EST217770https://rwuhawks.com/news/2025/8/15/general-roger-williams-university-varsity-club-sport-meeting-and-tryout-information.aspxhttps://rwuhawks.com/news/2025/8/15/general-roger-williams-university-varsity-club-sport-meeting-and-tryout-information.aspxGeneral, Women's Cross Country, Equestrian, Sailing, Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer, Women's Tennis, Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, Men's Swimming, Women's Swimming, Wrestling, Baseball, Softball, Men's Lacrosse, Women's Lacrosse, Men's Tennis, Men's Volleyball, Women's Volleyball, Men's Rugby, Men's Track & Field, Men's Cross Country, Women's Rugby, Women's Track & Field, Men's Ice Hockey (Club), Field Hockey, Men's Golf, Ultimate, Athletic Training, Gymnastics, ESports, Women's Ice Hockey (Club), Men's Ice Hockey, Women's Ice Hockey, Women's Golf

The Roger Williams University Athletics Department has announced the meeting and tryout dates for varsity and club sports for the 2025 season. Student-athletes interested in participating should review the schedule below and contact the listed coach or staff member for more details.]]>Campus OverviewFri, 15 Aug 2025 10:30:00 EST217761https://rwuhawks.com/news/2025/8/14/general-elizabeth-dufrane-added-as-graduate-assistant.aspxhttps://rwuhawks.com/news/2025/8/14/general-elizabeth-dufrane-added-as-graduate-assistant.aspxGeneral

BRISTOL, R.I. – Roger Williams University Athletics Communications Director Nick Gendreau announced that Elizabeth Dufrane has been selected as a Graduate Assistant for the 2025–2026 academic year. Dufrane, a former student-athlete and committed leader within the RWU community, will bring her skills and passion to the graduate assistant role.]]>head shotThu, 14 Aug 2025 11:00:00 EST217755