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RWU Skatepark Project

President/Founder

I raised $175,000+ for a skatepark at Roger Williams University, leading a committee of approximately 20 members. I started this my freshmen year and it cam to a close with the project ultimately falling through due to donor withdrawals.

Proposal Creation/Meeting w/ Donors

Prepared proposals and met with multi-millionaire donors who pledged thousands of dollars to the initiative.

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Construction Company RFPs

Called multiple skatepark construction companies collecting RFPs on how they would approach the project.

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Chair Committee

Chaired a committee of around 20 members, creating weekly presentations.

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Started From Scratch

Started initiative freshman year and carried it along with me until the very last day of college. Ultimately park was not built do to donors pulling out last minute, but I am very proud to have brought a community together for a good cause.

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Direct & Edit Social Content

Wrote, directed, and edited a spot explaining the initiative.

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$125,000 from Student Senate

Negotiated with Student Senate for a large donation toward the skatepark resulting in a bill donating $125,000 toward the skatepark.

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Collaborate w/ Other Departments

Collaborated with engineer students and skaters to design a skatepark perfect for the community.

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© 2026 by Stephen Nalesnik

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