This is the Wildcat Way
Johnson & Wales University Providence, R.I.
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Community not just a noun, but a state of mind.
1. A diverse and inclusive group of people who believe in the power of education
2. A campus with no true borders, blending in perfect harmony with the surrounding city of Providence
3. Students, faculty and staff working together to learn, grow, create and make an impact on the world around them
4. A pillar of the Wildcat Way Pride, Courage, Character and Community are the pillars of the Wildcat Way.
“The community of JWU is truly like no other. Being in a small city with a small community of JWU kids (compared to other schools) brings so much comfort to know we are all connected and unified in one way or another.”
Stephanie Pezzullo ’24 Graphic Design
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“JWU sets you up for success. If you need an internship, support with choosing classes, health care, figuring out paying for college — whatever you need, there is someone to help you, and it makes your college experience so much easier.”
Audrey Soemarno ’27 Media & Communication
The JWU community is filled with resources, and we will always be here to support you.
Accessibility Services
Accommodations for learning disabilities, physical challenges and/or chronic medical conditions
Academic Success Center
Tutoring, writing labs and study skills workshops
Experiential Education & Career Services
Résumé-building workshops, career management courses, career fairs to connect students with internships and more
Student Academic Services
Course registration and planning, understanding degree requirements, reviewing transcripts and more
Student Financial Services
Guidance from your dedicated financial planner to help you pay for college, now through graduation
Counseling Services
Confidential professional services to support emotional well-being
Health Services and Education
Basic healthcare and education on forming healthy habits
Bridge Center for Diversity, Equity & Social Justice
A space with programming to celebrate culture, safety, gender identity, racial justice and more
Wildcat Learning Effectiveness in Action Program (LEAP)
A fee-based first-year program to help students develop strategies to enhance learning as they transition to college
Learn more about the support services available to you at jwu.edu/supportservices.
Providence (Rhode Island) Divine
Our city was dubbed “Providence” (meaning divine guidance or care) because its founders felt drawn here. They were in search of a place where they could freely explore new ideas, express themselves and support one another — and boy did they find it.
Nearly 400 years later, these ideas still make it a destination for all kinds of career opportunities and creative endeavors, even earning us the nickname “Creative Capital.” Whatever you want to call it, Providence is a small city with big energy that you need to experience in person.
“Being within walking distance to local restaurants, performance centers and the harbor creates a sense of accessibility that makes student life so fun!”
Fiona Moore ’23 Equine Studies
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PROVIDENCE
— with a JWU twist.
See what we love about our city.
Try some of our students’ favorite spots just steps from campus.
Wildcat Sighting
See our students in their natural habitats.
Follow Graphic Design student Liberty Conlin ’26 through her day as a busy student athlete.
Computer Science major Evan LaMothe ’27 shares life as a JWU student and baseball player.
JWU Wildcats get to enjoy campus life and city life interchangeably — and they’ve got options. The Downcity Campus offers classic city vibes, or you can take a quick Wildcat Wheels shuttle ride to the Harborside Campus for a quieter environment with ocean views.
CAMPUS
Club Welcome to the
Academic & Professional
• Accounting Association
• Ad Club
• Club Management Association of America
• Collegiate DECA
• Dr. George Bottomley Physician Assistant Student Society (PASS)
• Eta Sigma Delta Hospitality Honors Society
• Finance & Investment Academy
• Future Lawyer Association
• Hack JWU
• Health Equity Club
• Honors Student Association
• Hospitality Leadership Association
• International Fashion Society
• JWU Alliance of Women in STEM
• JWU Political Science Club
• JWU Travelers
• The Launch Pad Club
• Live Events Association
• Music & Entertainment Industry Student Association
• The Marketing Consulting Group
• National Cybersecurity Student Association
• National Society of Minorities in Hospitality
• Pre-Professional Health Club
• Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA)
• Robotics Club
• SkillsUSA
• Sports Management Club
• Student Occupational Therapy Association
Advocacy & Awareness
• Cannabis Advocacy Club
• Commuter Student Network
• JWU P.A.W.S.
• JWU Pride Alliance
• Mindfulness and Fitness
Between varsity sports and student clubs and organizations, there’s no doubt you’ll find something that sparks your interests and new friends who share your curiosity.
• Providence Food Insecurity Collective JWU Chapter
• Psyched Out!
• Student Activists Supporting Sustainability
• Student Veterans Group
• The Hidden Opponent Arts & Media
• Ataxia Hip Hop Dance Team
• Cutting Edge A Cappella
• Design Club
• JWU Campus Herald
• JWU Media Production Club
• JWU Players
• JWU Tabletop, Anime & Games Club
• JWU: The Gathering
• Swifties (JWU’s Version)
• Wildcat Airwaves
Club Sports & Recreation
• JWU Cheer Team
• JWU Dance Team
• JWU ESports Club
• JWU Gymnastics Club
• JWU Men’s Rugby
• JWU Men’s Volleyball Club
• JWU Mixed Martial Arts Club
• JWU Rock Climbing
• JWU Running Club
• JWU Ski & Snowboard Club
• JWU Women’s Rugby
• JWU Women’s Volleyball Club
• JWU Women’s Wrestling Club Culinary
• Afrocentric Cultural Cuisines
• Bee The Change
• Club of Culinary Excellence
• Cooking Asia
• Culinaria Latina
• Escoffier Club
CLUBS & ORGS
• Nutrition Society
• Peace Love & Bread
• Pastry Arts Club
• Society for Hospitality and Foodservice Management
• Wildcat Food Rescue
Cultural & Faith-Based
• African Student Association
• Black Student Alliance
• Christian Student Fellowship
• Commonwealth Caribbean Council
• Latine Student Alliance
• Little India
• Majorette, Stomp n Shake, and Step
• Muslim Student Association
Governance & Programming
• Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Team
• Student Athlete Advisory Committee
• Student Government Association
• University Involvement Board
Fraternities, Sororities & Social Fellowships
• Order of Omega
NCAA Division III Varsity Athletics
• Baseball (Men’s)
• Basketball (Men’s and Women’s)
• Cross Country (Women’s)
• Equestrian IDA (Co-Ed)
• Equestrian IHSA (Co-Ed)
• Field Hockey (Women’s)
• Ice Hockey (Men’s and Women’s)
• Lacrosse (Men’s and Women’s)
• Soccer (Men’s and Women’s)
• Softball (Women’s)
• Track & Field (Women’s)
• Volleyball (Women’s)
• Wrestling (Men’s)
Learn more at providence.jwuathletics.com
Interfraternity Council
• Lambda Chi Alpha
• Sigma Alpha Mu
• Tau Epsilon Phi
• Theta Delta Chi Fraternity
National Pan-Hellenic Council
• Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
• Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc.
• Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc.
• Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Panhellenic Council
• Alpha Sigma Tau
• Delta Phi Epsilon
• Delta Zeta
• Sigma Delta Tau
United Cultural Council
• Groove Phi Groove Fellowship Inc.
• Swing Phi Swing Social Fellowship Inc.
Learn more about JWU’s Clubs & Orgs.
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