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Roger Williams University reviews

3.4

48% would recommend to a friend

(149 total reviews)
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Donald J. Farish

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35% positive business outlook

Roger Williams University has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 149 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Roger Williams University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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149 reviews
1.0
Aug 1, 2025
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Pros

There are no positive things to say about the Providence campus.

Cons

The management at the Providence campus consistently displays abusive behavior, bringing their personal problems to work and taking it out on staff members. They seem disconnected from their responsibilities, often neglecting their duties to engage in personal activities during work hours. This lack of accountability is further evident in their tendency to shift blame onto staff members. Furthermore, the management's behavior is characterized by a lack of clear communication and inconsistent expectations. They frequently change their approach without providing staff with adequate guidance or support, leading to confusion and frustration. The absence of proper onboarding, training, and support exacerbates this issue. Additionally, the management's behavior is marked by unprofessionalism, including gossiping, making derogatory comments about students, and engaging in favoritism. Their treatment of staff members can be demeaning, making them feel undervalued and unappreciated. The campus's mission statement seems to be at odds with the management's actual behavior, which prioritizes appearances over genuine concern for staff and students. Overall, the management's behavior creates a hostile work environment that can have serious consequences for staff well-being and student success.

1.0
May 29, 2025

RUN

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Pros

The campus is on Mt Hope Bay and is beautiful.

Cons

The pay is the lowest among colleges/universities in the state. The management is completely unprofessional as are their subordinates. There is a complete lack of confidentiality in the offices. The staff is not accepting of others that are not their neighbors or former classmates - it is a clique and a closed society.

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