Alumni Spotlight: William Roushey '80 (Biology)
William (Bill) Roushey, Jr. is a Roberts Wesleyan University Alumnus from the class of 1980 (Biology).
Since graduating, Roushey has discovered a love for writing and has now published three books:
The Race Against Time is Roushey’s first fiction novel. The publication was recently featured in Westside News.
I hope this book inspires readers to explore the life-changing power of forgiveness and that it’s never too late to run towards the person you were meant to become.
Read an excerpt from the article:
“In the novel, Carson, a college senior with a checkered past, returns to his Christian university in 1979, determined to make his final year count. When a quirky friend challenges him to join the cross-country team, Carson surprises himself—and everyone else—by saying yes. As the season unfolds Carson is introduced to Paige, a freshman nursing student. The two of them embark on a stormy relationship filled with twists and turns. Unexpected humor is injected into the story by the antics of Carson and his roommate, Mr. Trees, as they attempt to make the last year of their college experience memorable.
What begins as a last-ditch bid for a varsity letter becomes a life-changing journey of perseverance, purpose, and spiritual renewal.
Though the Christian university in the novel isn’t named, those familiar with Roberts Wesleyan may notice some similarities. As alumni, Bill said, “My wife and I have tremendous love for that institution.” …
Bill says he loved writing this nostalgic and heartfelt story that explores friendship, faith, unexpected love, and the pressure to outrun regret.”
The Race Against Time and When the Dogs Bark are both available for sale at Lift Bridge Book Shop, located at 45 Main Street in Brockport.
Roushey will be signing books at the Roberts Wesleyan University campus bookstore at the Homecoming Festival on September 27 from 10:00am-12:00pm and again from 2:00-4:00pm.
For more information about William Roushey and his writing endeavors, visit http://www.authorbillroushey.com.
This may sound strange to some, but Roberts Wesleyan is where I found my spiritual legs. Ephesians 6:13 tells us to use God’s armor when we face life’s storms. When we do, we will still be standing when the storm passes
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