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PROVIDENCE CAMPUS
Fall 2017
FEATURES Wildcat Welcome, provost interview, preparing for emergencies
ONE QUESTION; THREE ANSWERS How do you get involved in your campus community?
CAMPUS NEWS Picademy, ADTEAM, Passport Caravan, JWU Athletics
RECIPE JWU faculty chef shares a favorite recipe
This is a publication of Johnson & Wales University specifically created for families and designated contacts of JWU students.
GREETINGS WILDCAT FAMILIES, Welcome to the JWU Wildcat community. As parents and family members of current JWU students, we understand that the first months at school are a transition for your student — and you too. Trust us, we have been there. To assist you through the initial stages of sending your student off to college, JWU’s Parent & Family Advisory Board has some helpful tips to guide you through this period: STAY CONNECTED. Your student may not call (or text) you often, but it is okay to check in with them. Don’t be
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offended if they don’t respond back immediately — they are probably enjoying time with their new friends or doing homework. Establish good days and times to communicate with each other.
UNDERSTAND THAT YOUR ROLE IS CHANGING. You will become more of a consultant and your ability to monitor daily activities will diminish. Keep the lines of communication open with your student, and let them know that you are still there for them — even if the miles separate you. KNOW YOUR RESOURCES. Learn all that JWU has to offer in order to help your student succeed. If you are not sure where to begin, contact the Parent & Family Relations office. GIVE THEM SPACE. Your student is bound to face various issues that they may not have dealt with before. You will be tempted to jump in and resolve situations, but college is a time for students to enhance their problem-solving skills and become self-sufficient. Help if they ask by giving them guidance, but encourage and allow them to resolve their issues on their own. ENCOURAGE YOUR STUDENT TO GET INVOLVED. Students who are involved are more likely to be academically successful and less likely to feel homesick. ATTEND WILDCAT FAMILY WEEKEND. This is a great opportunity to visit your student, see them in their new environment and meet their friends. Our final piece of advice is to take care of yourself. Your student may not say it out loud, but they need and want you to be a part of this exciting journey they are embarking on. We hope to see many of you at Wildcat Family Weekend, October 13–15. Parent & Family Advisory Board JWU Family Connection | Fall 2017
WILDCATS WELCOME THE CLASS OF 2021
The Providence Campus was bustling with activity over the weekend as Wildcats returned for the start of a new academic year. The Class of 2021 joins a student body of over 8,500 students from 78 different countries. “The year ahead is full of opportunities, and there is so much to accomplish,” President Mim Runey said. “[Our students] continue to benefit from the wide range of experiential education opportunities offered, and they are more engaged than ever showing their school pride and spirit.” Check out a few scenes in the YouTube video from Wildcat Welcome. continued... JWU Family Connection | Fall 2017
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INTERVIEW WITH THE PROVOST Lily Hsu, EdD, started her academic career as a faculty member at Pennsylvania State University. From there she became dean of health sciences at MassBay Community College in 1993. In 2007, she was named associate provost for academic affairs at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, where she led faculty development programs and supported accreditation for several of the health science programs. She became vice provost at JWU in 2015 and was appointed provost this past June. She has extensive experience in assessment, curriculum development and workforce development. WHY DID YOU COME TO JWU?
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I was excited about working at an institution that was looking to develop new programs that were both personally and professionally dear to my heart. Once I saw the support and recognition that university leadership was giving to this area, I knew that my skills and experience were a good fit. I have built new programs, worked with many different accrediting bodies, and serve as a commissioner for NEASC (New England Association of School & Colleges), Commission on Higher Education. These experiences have given me a strong understanding of how to develop quality programs that are successful while adhering to the best professional practices. My work serving on a number of nonprofit community boards has also helped me establish partnerships with industry and institutions that can benefit JWU. continued...
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INTERVIEW WITH THE PROVOST WHAT’S THE DIRECTION JWU IS MOVING IN? WHERE’S THE FOCUS GOING TO BE? We are looking to expand programs in each of our colleges and particularly in the College of Health & Wellness. The health and wellness field is one of the fastest growing areas for students to pursue professional careers. We already have strong programs and experience in business, technology and food; this new College of Health & Wellness will integrate programming with
We also will be providing faculty with more opportunities for research and scholarship. This will mean more opportunities for students to gain specialized experiences outside of the curriculum and become actively engaged in what they learn. YOU ARE A PARENT. WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE PARENTS AND FAMILIES WITH COLLEGEAGED CHILDREN?
I have 3 children who are 21, 23 and 27. Each child is different, and you have to let them experience the journey for themselves. Listen to what they say and how they say it so you will know how best to support them. As students begin their academic studies, we look to parents to support us in helping them develop and Our focus goes beyond undergraduate programs. pursue their professional pathways. I encourage In 2018, we are launching doctoral programs in my own children to seek out the resources business administration and occupational therapy, available to them and ask questions. In the and more specializations in the MBA program. same family, each student will need something Parents may have noticed we have renamed different — these are huge transformational some of our major academic areas. The reason years. “Growing pains” is a true and accurate behind the change is to more accurately reflect phrase — for the child and the parent. the expanding programs we are offering. WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT JWU STUDENTS? When I talk to people, one of the things that I love that JWU students are a very diverse they say is great about JWU is our long history in audience and that they express a powerful recognizing the value of the work experience and passion for their chosen major. They have a internships. These are an important part of our strong sense of the direction they want their programs and why our students graduate and professional track to take. I hear frequently from move forward with their professional careers. faculty and internship sites that our students We are expanding and strengthening those are polite and respectful and come prepared. experiences while creating new student support Through their studies here, they mature and it systems to keep students on track. becomes part of their professional work ethic. these areas to increase opportunities for our students. For instance, we are refocusing and redefining how we think about food, providing a more holistic view of what food is beyond food preparation. It’s a natural connection to health and wellness.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE EXERCISES PREPARE JWU CAMPUSES The safety of the entire JWU community is at the core of the university’s mission — and Chris Harwood, director of emergency management, is at the forefront. Spearheading the emergency operations team, Harwood and Campus Safety & Security officials at all campuses have developed programs to raise staff and faculty awareness and greatly contribute to the university’s preparedness in emergencies. With 22 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, Harwood has worked in his fair share of command centers. He is a certified emergency manager (CEM) by the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM). All JWU campuses within the last 6 years have conducted on-campus drills. The North Miami Campus’s most recent one was conducted this spring, and many of the scenarios practiced were successfully implemented during Hurricane Irma.
Local response agencies participate in a JWU hazardous materials release exercise on the Providence Campus.
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Drill Scenarios Active shooter, which includes local police departments and response teams. These have expanded to include lockdown drills where faculty, staff and students are asked to hide for 10 minutes. Active shooter drills were the first drills ever conducted. Outbreaks of diseases such as meningitis and Zika, which was a particular concern within the Miami community last year Tornado and other weather-related incidents, which have been a focus of the Charlotte and Denver campuses Hazardous materials release Improvements Made from Drill Scenarios Required online emergency training for all faculty and staff, which is also highly encouraged for all students. As part of the training, participants can also access a brief active shooter event guidance through the JWU alerts page. Classroom locks that they can be locked from the inside. Faculty members at all campuses have been issued keys and trained on procedures and best practices during active shooter events. Practice evacuations involving all students, including those with disabilities Port evacuation drills in Providence and in state-based major storm and chemical release drills with the State of Rhode Island
ONE QUESTION THREE ANSWERS HOW DO YOU GET INVOLVED IN YOUR CAMPUS COMMUNITY? “ My first involvement at JWU was joining Residential Life as a front desk manager. The position was mentioned to me by one of the resident assistants who thought I would be a good fit. This involvement sparked my interest in seeking additional ways to help others feel at home in their new community. My position on the Orientation Team this summer also allowed me to do this as well as help families and students transition into JWU.” — Darlene Del Orbe ’20, Organizational Psychology
“ I serve as the program assistant for JWU’s Student Involvement & Leadership office. Not only do I work with on-campus student organizations to help them with events throughout the year, but I also play a role in planning the larger campuswide events like Wildcat Wahoo and Midnight Madness. My involvement in these activities has helped me create new friendships, build meaningful connections with faculty, and prepared me for a future in the hospitality and service industry.” — Cameron Durkee ’18, Tourism & Hospitality Management “ My JWU involvement began the moment I set foot on campus. I was involved with the University Involvement Board and the Club of Culinary Excellence, and held an oncampus job in Campus Dining. Because of these experiences I have made many friends, built connections with new people, overcome some of my shyness and gained more work experience in the kitchen. My JWU story is one that I will always remember because of my involvement with these groups.” — Ashley Todaro ’17, Food & Beverage Entrepreneurship
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CAMPUS NEWS
JWU SELECTED TO HOST PICADEMY USA JWU Providence hosted the Raspberry Pi Foundation’s first Picademy USA computing training session in the Northeast in June. Eighty educators, levels K–12, from the United States and abroad, participated in the two-day workshop to become Raspberry Pi Certified Educators and joined a community of over 1,000 trained educators worldwide. “The John J. Bowen Center for Science and Innovation is an ideal venue for inventive training sessions, like Picademy USA, that help educators equip students with computing and technology skills needed to compete in today’s workforce,” JWU Family Connection | Fall 2017
said Frank Tweedie, dean, College of Engineering & Design. “JWU is contributing to the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) workforce by providing a forum that presents educators with the skills and knowledge to prepare students for their postsecondary education.” Members of JWU’s College of Engineering & Design faculty also participated in the training, and JWU students had the opportunity inbetween sessions to demonstrate how JWU uses the Raspberry Pi software in its Innovation Lab.
CAMPUS NEWS PASSPORT CARAVAN JOURNEYS TO JWU JWU’s commitment to global education was on display in April when the Passport Caravan stopped on campus. Partnering with the Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE), the university is committed to increasing the number of students who study abroad. To help achieve this goal, the Passport Caravan provided 75 students
HISTORIC WIN FOR JWU’S ADTEAM JWU’s ADTEAM won the 2017 American Advertising Federation (AAF) National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC), held in New Orleans. Their historic first-place win surpasses their previous best — a second-place finish at Nationals in 2015. JWU’s 31-member team, made up of students studying advertising and marketing communications, marketing, graphic design and media communication studies, created an advertising campaign for this year’s corporate client, Tai Pei, which offers over 10 varieties of single-serve, takeout-style entrées, an assortment of Asian appetizers and a full line of family-sized products. The campaign included each element of advertising: television, radio, social media and print. “This year’s ADTEAM dove head-first into their research and developed a product and consumer-centric advertising campaign that impressed Tai Pei executives and judges from across the country,” said Oscar Chilabato, associate professor in the College of Business and team advisor. Chilabato’s co-coach, Associate Professor Christine Ure, acknowledges that the NSACs are also a magnet for top industry recruiters looking for powerhouse talent: “We’ve opened up relationships with some great agencies who recruit from JWU.” JWU Family Connection | Fall 2017
with the $135 passport fee; JWU then contributed to bring the total number to 100. “Seeing the student’s excitement when they completed their paperwork and knowing they were now one step closer to international travel was a heady experience,” said Lisa McAdam Donegan, director of study abroad programs.
CAMPUS NEWS WILDCATS READY FOR NEXT STEPS Last year’s women’s volleyball team had a perfect 33–0 record heading into the NCAA tournament. While losing in the first round was not part of their plan, the appearance proved invaluable to the young team. With tournament experience, the team will face a more challenging schedule this year, including a regular season match with UMass Boston who beat the Wildcats in the NCAA Tournament. The JWU community will be eagerly following Coach Somera and her team as they work to win their first NCAA tournament match. Men’s and women’s soccer are both looking to make it further in the GNAC tournament this season. After three consecutive championships, the men’s team lost in last
year’s semi-finals, while the women’s team lost in the first round. All eyes will also be on field hockey as they strive to make it beyond conference tournament appearances and into the NCAA tournament for the first time. Follow the JWU Wildcats throughout the year and get your Wildcat Gear to show your support.
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Charred Corn and Quinoa Salad Chef Jonathan Poyourow ’03, RD, LD, assistant professor
WHAT YOU’LL NEED FOR SALAD: ½ cup uncooked quinoa 3 ears corn Oil for brushing corn 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced 1 avocado, cubed FOR THE DRESSING: 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 teaspoon lime juice 1 teaspoon honey Salt and ground black pepper, to taste Makes 4 servings
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METHOD OF PREPARATION 1. Cook quinoa according to package directions. Set aside to cool. 2. Brush corn with oil. Grill over medium heat, for 20 minutes (or until corn is cooked to your liking), turning every five minutes to cook evenly. Set aside to cool. When cooled, remove corn kernels and place in a medium bowl. 3. Add the quinoa and remaining salad ingredients. 4. In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients. Toss with salad before serving.