Roger Williams

The Carter Roger Williams Initiative was conceived of and funded by philanthropists Letitia and John Carter and is managed by the Rhode Island Foundation.

[Roger Williams @RWilliams1636]

A very important perspective on Roger's relationship with the Narragansett and indigenous tribes of New England via @ThePublicsRadio ⬇️

[Ocean State Media @OSMediaRI]

Roger Williams made friends with the Narragansett when he arrived in their lands, right? Well.... the story is a little more complicated than that. Ep. 3 of Mosaic is available now https://t.co/QiSamMAkin Subscribe to the podcast: https://t.co/3tc4e0skYn

[Roger Williams @RWilliams1636]

Alfusatny Saine played 🏈🏀 and participated in 🎭 during his time at Woonsocket High School. He is headed to @universityofri this fall.

In his scholarship application, Saine wrote about what he learned from Roger Williams’ values...

[Roger Williams @RWilliams1636]

Allow us to introduce you to six exceptional humans who also happen to be our 2019 Carter Roger Williams Scholarship recipients.

A thread (that is sure to inspire hope for our future) ⬇️

[Roger Williams @RWilliams1636]

Marissa Henley served as a member of student council, National Honor Society, a class officer, and peer mentor during her time at Woonsocket High School.

No surprise she plans to run for office or become a lawyer after graduating from @KentState.

[Roger Williams @RWilliams1636]

While at Cranston East, Angella Nakasagga participated in @BrownMedicine Pathways to Medicine Program. This fall she is headed to @univmiami to major in health and neuroscience.

[Roger Williams @RWilliams1636]

Since he was a young child Abel Ndungutsye has dreamed of being an engineer. After graduating from @434MtPleasant, he will major in engineering at @myRWU and make his dream a reality.

[Roger Williams @RWilliams1636]

During his time at Rogers High School, Ezra Monteiro was a member of the:
🥇National Honor Society
🥈French Honor Society
🥉Tri-M Music Honor Society
🏃‍♂️team
🏈 team
🏀 team
And 🤖 team

Next stop: @HowardU to major in economics and pursue a career in the financial industry.

[Roger Williams @RWilliams1636]

Meet Jacqueline Contreras, a graduate of @Centknights who will major in education at @providencecol in hopes to return to @pvdschools as a teacher 🔄

[Night Jean Muhingabo @JMuhingabo]

Today, years ago, we can to the United States as refugees, I am thankful for all the help I received at the @RefugeeDream, @LeadershipRI for helping me growing as a young professional, and the @pvdschools and @RIFoundation for helping succeed academically

[Rhode Island Foundation @RIFoundation]

The @RWilliams1636 scholarship helps #RhodeIsland high school seniors pay for college - up to $20k per year! Turn on the @TheRhodeShow at 9AM to hear more about this unique opportunity.

[Refugee Dream Center @RefugeeDream]

Congratulations to Night Jean Muhingabo for being selected as a Plan USA Youth Advisory Board Member as well as a Youth Delegate by Youth Assembly with Friendship Ambassador to the United Nations! He is a great example to the youth in his community and inspires those around him.

[Roger Williams @RWilliams1636]

Now accepting applications for the 2019 Carter Roger Williams Scholarship for Rhode Island high school seniors. Learn more and apply here by February 12. https://t.co/6Dk9Yj4iye #findingRoger

[Tiverton Library @TivertonPubLib]

Look what arrived today! #RovingRoger is here on loan from the State Archives - read about the statue's history and take a selfie with him. Also save the date: Roger Williams National Memorial Park Ranger John McNiff presents "All About Roger Williams" on Wed. 1/30 at 6:30pm.

[Roger Williams @RWilliams1636]

The Carter Roger Williams Scholarship helps #RhodeIsland high school seniors who appreciate & embody Roger Williams’s values & legacy pay for college. Apply by February 12 for up to $20k per year of college. https://t.co/vSN0qTepRl

[Roger Williams @RWilliams1636]

Now accepting applications for the 2019 Carter Roger Williams Scholarship for Rhode Island high school seniors. Learn more and apply here by February 12. https://t.co/6Dk9Yj4iye #findingRoger

[Roger Williams National Memorial @rowi1636]

'The sovereign, original and foundation of civil power lies in the people" -Roger Williams 1644
VOTE November 6th VOTE

[Rhode Island Historical Society @RIHistory]

Today's "Reading Roger Williams" workshop hosted by @myrwu & @RWUHistory will feature letters loaned by the RIHS—it's free & open to the public from 5 to 7pm! https://t.co/rG2NtLxdvG

[Roger Williams @RWilliams1636]

“Rare felicity of the times when it is permitted to think what you like and say what you think.” The Latin inscription encircling the interior base of the State House dome. The quote is meant to embody the spirit of #RogerWilliams.
#findingRoger

[Department of History at RWU @RWUHistory]

Tuesday 30th October
Mary Teft White Room, RWU Library. 3-7pm
Email: [email protected] for details
* Transcription workshop
*Original letters by Roger Williams on display
* Try writing with a quill and making wax seals
https://t.co/NlBez0X3jb
@myrwu @RIHistory

[Department of History at RWU @RWUHistory]

Dr Carrington-Farmer’s Core 102 Honours Roger Seminar students are #retracingroger around R.I. today. Final stop - Roger’s (third) and final resting place. @myrwu @RWilliams1636