Roger Williams University is recognized with a second consecutive Carnegie Community Engagement Classification for its commitment to community work and civic scholarship. Roger Williams University has again received the highly selective Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, recognizing the university as a leader in community-engaged work and scholarship. This marks RWU’s second consecutive time receiving the distinction, which is bestowed every six years. The designation demonstrates Roger
Joseph W. Walsh, Esq, Chair of the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) Board of Directors, announces that as of December 31, 2025, long-time President and CEO J.L. “Lynn” Singleton will leave that position and as of January 1, 2026, General Manager Alan J. Chille will take the helm as President and CEO of PPAC. Walsh said, “Our Board of Directors wishes to acknowledge Lynn’s outstanding vision and leadership, which paved the way for PPAC to build on its previous foundation to become the highly