Undergraduate Stories

The СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ student experience is packed with hands-on projects, real-world opportunities, unique program offerings, personalized interactions with faculty, and much more. All of it meant to help students discover their passions while preparing for a successful career and a fulfilling life. Our students are independent thinkers, scholars, leaders, scientists, architects, artists, researchers, world travelers, athletes, and more.

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    Trailblazing a Path from Police Officer to Executive Director

    Tonya Harris, СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ Class of 2002

    Criminal Justice

    Tonya Harris '02 found a flexible path to success at СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ. She earned her degree in criminal justice while working full-time as a police officer and now serves as the Executive Director of the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

  • Jared Ramos wears a hard hat and vest

    Making a Lasting Mark Through Civil Engineering

    Jared Ramos, СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ Class of 2018

    Engineering

    Jared Ramos '18 works as a project engineer for the Gilbane Building Company after interning for the company while earning his degree in Civil Engineering.

  • Kristina Rauccio stands in front of water

    Fighting Crime from Behind the Scenes at Santander Bank

    Kristina Rauccio, СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ Class of 2017

    Criminal Justice + Psychology

    Kristina Rauccio '17 fights crime by monitoring bank account activity at Santander bank, thanks to her double major in Criminal Justice and Psychology.

  • Headshot of Jessica Spivey

    Learning to Lead in Construction Management

    Jessica Spivey, СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ Class of 2008

    Construction Management

    Jessica Spivey '08 graduated from СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ with a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management. Now, she works as a Senior Site Superintendent for Shawmut Design and Construction in Providence, R.I.

  • Headshot of Anthony Mosesso

    First Responder to Cyber Attacks

    Anthony Mosesso, СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ Class of 2018

    Cybersecurity & Networking

    Anthony Mosesso '18 works to protect customers and coworkers from online phishing attacks by scammers looking to steal credit card, bank account, and other sensitive information. He uses the skills he learned while earning his degree in Cybersecurity & Networking.

  • Natalie Almeida

    Journalism Opens Up Unexpected Opportunities

    Natalie Almeida, СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ Class of 2019

    Journalism

    An interest in politics, fascination with media and extroverted personality led Natalie Almeida to declare a major in journalism.  

    “I used journalism as a way to see how different ethnicities and