For the Press
Welcome to the Media Center for Roberts Wesleyan University
This page serves as a resource for journalists, media outlets, and anyone interested in news, events, and institutional information about our university.
If you need additional information, interviews, or images, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
Our Mission: Transform Society
As a community of learners committed to historic Christianity, Roberts Wesleyan University seeks to prepare thoughtful, spiritually mature, service-oriented people who will help transform society.
Key Facts
- Founded: 1866
- Location: Rochester, New York
- Affiliation: Wesleyan Church
- Enrollment: Over 1,000 undergraduate students and 700 graduate students
- Degrees Offered: Over 50 programs in a variety of fields
- Accreditation: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Unique Features:
- A Christ-centered community committed to nurturing academic excellence and spiritual growth
- Distinctive programs in education, business, nursing, and theology
- Expanding presence in New York City and online offerings
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Media Relations Guidelines
Roberts Wesleyan University manages all media interactions through a centralized process to support clear, accurate, and community-minded communication across every situation, from routine inquiries to sensitive events.
To serve our constituents and community well, Roberts maintains guidelines for how media inquiries are handled, how campus access is granted, how likeness is used, and how communication is managed during urgent or sensitive moments.
- All media inquiries must be directed to the Marketing Department at media@roberts.edu
- Faculty may speak as subject‑matter experts, but must clarify when they are not representing Roberts institutionally.
- Official University statements require approval from the Marketing Department.
- Only designated spokespersons may speak to the media during emergencies or sensitive events.
- Media inquiries during crises should be escalated immediately to the Marketing Department.
Media Access to Campus
- Media must be escorted while on Roberts property and will be given badges while on campus.
- Access to residence halls, classrooms, or student-only spaces requires explicit prior approval by the Marketing Team.
Use of Student & Employee Likeness
- Roberts follows FERPA and applicable privacy laws.
- Written consent is required before publishing or sharing student or employee images.
Press Contacts
Address
Roberts Wesleyan University
2301 Westside Drive
Rochester, NY 14624
Media Contact
Main Phone Numbers
Press Number: (585) 594-6305
Main Switchboard:
Emergency on Campus:
(585) 594-7777