Providence, R.I. -- The Johnson & Wales University story on Special Olympics Fan In The Stands Event has been nominated for the NCAA Special Olympics Spotlight Poll for the second straight year.  The JWU Department of Athletics hosted the "Fan In The Stands" event, honoring Special Olympics of Rhode Island last Wednesday.  A partnership between SORI and the JWU Community, the event showcases 14 teams from across the state.  SORI unified teams (teams that have members with and without disabilities) gives a tremendous opportunity to promote inclusion through sport.

For a full story on the event, click here http://providence.jwuathletics.com/information/Wildcat_News/copy_of_Fan_In_The_Stands

The story with the highest number of votes on May 23 is the winner. The poll will close at 5 p.m. ET. The winning institution will be given $500 to use for its next Special Olympics event. Other perks for winning include being recognized in the Division III Monthly Newsletter and on the Division III Special Olympics website.

Click here to vote for the story:  http://www.ncaa.org/D3SpecialOlympics

*Courtesy of JWU Athletics