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February 26, 2025
In Remembrance: Rev. Dr. Wesley E. Vanderhoof


Rev. Dr. Wesley E. Vanderhoof passed away on February 23, 2025.He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Nancy (Shaffer); his children, Marna (Robert) Distaffen and Kara (Richard...
February 24, 2025
Roberts Wesleyan Field Hockey Shows Rapid Growth in Division II



The Roberts Wesleyan University women's field hockey program has shown remarkable progress since entering NCAA Division II competition. Under head coach Marissa Kocher's leadersh...
February 21, 2025
RBJ Recognizes President Hayles and Alumni | Named to RBJ's Power 100 List 2025



Roberts Wesleyan University President Rupert A. Hayles Jr. has been named one of Rochester's most influential leaders in the Rochester Business Journal's (RBJ) Power 100 list for...
February 19, 2025
Brynn King Earns National Honor the Sixth Time



Roberts Wesleyan University's pole vaulting phenomenon continues to soar to new heights. Graduate student Brynn King added another accolade to her illustrious career, earning U.S...
February 18, 2025
Student Spotlight: Tricia Woodward ‘25 (Nursing Leadership and Administration)



Meet Tricia Woodward, a dedicated Registered Nurse at Rochester Regional Health and a graduate student at Roberts. With the support of her professors, she’s gained confide...
February 17, 2025
Bobby McColl Named Head Coach of Women’s Soccer



We are proud to announce the return of Bobby McColl for his second stint as head women's soccer coach at Roberts Wesleyan University. McColl led the Redhawks for three seasons, c...
February 14, 2025
Roberts Wesleyan Students Celebrate Valentine’s Day on Campus



Roberts Wesleyan University hosted a few Valentine’s Day-related events this week to celebrate the holiday on campus. The Valentine’s Day-inspired events included: Its...
February 13, 2025
Dean's List Fall ‘24



Below is a list of students whose academic achievement warrants notation on the Dean’s List for the Fall 2024 semester. The list consists of three categories: High Honor...
February 11, 2025
Student Spotlight: Grace Dow



When Grace Dow '25 steps onto the basketball court as a forward for Roberts Wesleyan University, she brings more than just athletic skill – she brings the resilient spirit ...
February 10, 2025
Alumni Spotlight: London Booker '16



London Booker, Roberts Wesleyan University alum of 2016 (Childhood and Special Education), was recently featured on WHEV-TV’s Rochester’s Roots. In the segment, he s...
February 7, 2025
Alumni Spotlight: Establishing an Art Career in Australia



Charlotte Orgill ‘23 (Studio Art) has an exhibition at Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum in Gladstone, Australia. This is her second exhibition at the gallery; la...
February 6, 2025
13WHAM Live at Roberts: Interviews Coaches and Swimming & Diving Team



On Tuesday, 13WHAM'sChris Lopez visited Roberts Wesleyan's Voller Athletic Center for live interviews at the Redhawks pool with studentsand Coach Sarah Smith who has been coachin...
February 5, 2025
Alumna Named 2025 Impact & Inclusion Awards Honoree



Anna Himmler ‘12 (Organizational Management), who works in Supplier Diversity at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, was recognized as a 2025 Honoree for the Rochester Business ...
February 4, 2025
All In for Making an Impact: Students Volunteer for MLK Day of Service



Roberts is a place where character education leads. Every year, students from local Rochester area colleges and universities volunteer at local organizations in honor of the late R...
February 3, 2025
Student Spotlight: Kelvin Velez, Navy Veteran



Kelvin Velez is a Nursing major who started at Roberts in January. A Navy veteran, Velez thoroughly researched before choosing where to pursue a university education. He began wi...