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PROVIDENCE CAMPUS
Spring 2017
FEATURES Student video series, 5 reasons to seek career advising now
FAFSA FILING CHANGES 2017–18
CAMPUS NEWS Faculty spotlight, distinguished visitors, men’s and women’s ice hockey and more
RECIPES JWU faculty chefs share their favorite recipes
This is a publication of Johnson & Wales University specifically created for families and designated contacts of JWU students.
JWU STUDENT STORIES VIDEO SERIES
Providence
No one can speak to JWU’s real world, experiential-based learning environment like actual Johnson & Wales students. The “JWU Student Stories” video series profiles four students who share insights into their world. Morgan, Jasmine, Javohan and Andrew all come from different backgrounds and are pursuing their education at different campuses, but all represent the full JWU student experience. Shot over the course of four days, the videos reflect examples of leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, mentoring and personal growth, all nurtured within the academic environment of Johnson & Wales. And we can’t forget about fun! From athletics to student organizations, all the way to a study abroad adventure, these four students really know how to take advantage of all that JWU has to offer. In short, they truly are JWU students. Click each photo to watch these students’ stories.
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EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION & CAREER SERVICES
1. Seniors who haven’t found a job should seek assistance now. Why? It can take up to six months to find a job.
REASONS WHY YOUR STUDENT SHOULD SEEK CAREER ADVISING NOW
2. Seniors who are interviewing should seek advising on how to choose between multiple offers and gain skills in making the best decision. 3. Juniors should work with EE&CS to plan for fall recruitment. College recruiters focus heavily on a fall recruitment season filling their top positions, including management development program spots, by January. 4. Juniors should register for Career Management (CAR0010) now to prepare themselves for internship and job searches as well as for a successful college-to-career transition. 5. Any student who needs to take internship next year should begin their research now. EE&CS will help get them started.
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FAFSA FILING CHANGES 2017–18
According to new federal government guidelines, families were allowed to complete the 2017–18 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as of October 1, 2016 using 2015 tax information. JWU sent notice of these changes to students and families early last fall. While many schools are not modifying how they do business, Johnson & Wales has fully embraced the advantages. JWU began sending September financial aid awards in late February, a full two months earlier. If families used the IRS 2015 income tax data match when filing, awards should be more accurate, decreasing the need for verification or other requirements. Earlier awards allow students more time to meet with financial planners to review their September payment needs and plans before leaving for the summer.
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Families have been taking advantage of the earlier filing opportunities; in fact, the number of FAFSAs received as of early February was double the amount received at the same time last year. You can file your FAFSA earlier while the dates that invoices are sent (mid-May) and September payments are due (August 4) remain the same — all for your planning convenience. For more detailed information on the FAFSA filing change, visit the student aid website. For specific JWU questions, contact Student Financial Services at your campus.
CAMPUS NEWS
FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
Jonathan Harris Assistant Professor Jonathan Harris from the School of Engineering & Design has worked his whole professional life to create walkable and bikeable cities. Harris teaches design courses and is an active participant in community discussions surrounding the reconfiguration of Providence’s Route 6/10 interchange, its downtown bus terminal and the revitalization of Hope Street on the East Side of Providence. In December, Rhode Island Monthly recognized him as one of the 2016 Rhode Islanders of the Year for his civic participation.
Emily Lynch, PhD Assistant Professor Emily Lynch joined the John Hazen White College of Arts & Sciences in fall 2016. As a member of the Social Sciences department, she teaches political science, focusing on American politics. Prior to teaching at JWU, Lynch was an American Political Science Association Congressional Fellow for Rhode Island United States Senator Sheldon Whitehouse in 2013–14, where she worked on education policy. She also previously served as a visiting assistant professor at Providence College.
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CAMPUS NEWS
NEHC 2018–19 Teams
MEN’S & WOMEN’S ICE HOCKEY JOINING THE NEHC IN 2018 Starting in 2018, the Johnson & Wales University men’s and women’s ice hockey teams will call a new conference home as they become one of the newest members of the New England Hockey Conference. “This move provides security and stability which has been a goal of ours,” says JWU Director of Athletics Jamie Marcoux. “The institutions in the NEHC align well with our academic and athletic aspirations and makes sense geographically. It is an extremely competitive league, and we are looking forward to being a member.” Current members on the men’s side of the NEHC include Norwich, New England College, Babson, Castleton, Skidmore, UMass Boston and Southern Maine. The women’s league will include Castleton,
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Norwich Southern Maine UMass Boston Hobart Skidmore Castleton New England College Babson JWU Suffolk
Norwich Castleton Plymouth State UMassBoston JWU Salem State Suffolk Southern Maine New England College
Manhattanville, UMass Boston, University of New England, Nichols, Norwich, Plymouth State, Salve Regina and Southern Maine. “The move to the NEHC further solidifies our school’s commitment to our hockey program and expectations for success,” says JWU Women’s Ice Hockey Head Coach Maria Lewis. “We are looking forward to competing against established teams within our own conference next year.”
CAMPUS NEWS
DISTINGUISHED VISITORS INSPIRE STUDENTS Hearing firsthand from professionals in a student’s desired field can be inspiring and transformative. Recently two distinguished guests from the hospitality and culinary industries came to the Providence Campus and accomplished just that. The School of Hospitality honored Rick Blatstein, founder and CEO of OTG (On the Go), a company specializing in elevating the airport experience for travelers, as a Distinguished Visiting Professor. Among the airports that have the OTG signature are Newark Liberty International, John F. Kennedy, LaGuardia and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Chef Mike Thibault ’09 spoke about his career with Guckenheimer, a company that is bringing good health and remarkable innovation to corporate dining.
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Top: Rick Blatstein speaks to a roundtable of students and faculty during his recent visit to the Providence Campus. Bottom: Culinary student Nicole Derr, the recipient of a scholarship in honor of Chef Thibault, looks on during his demo.
“The minute you stop learning as a chef is the minute you become obsolete,” Thibault told the audience of culinary nutrition majors. This solid advice proves the value of education — at JWU and beyond.
CAMPUS NEWS COMMENCEMENT ACTIVITIES Commencement is a time filled with excitement and achievement. This is the most significant academic event for students, families and the entire university community as it marks the culmination of years of commitment and hard work. We want you, as proud Wildcat parents and family members, to be prepared for the big day.
SATURDAY, MAY 20, 2017 (UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES CEREMONIES) Morning College of Arts & Sciences, School of Business, School of Hospitality (Food Service Management majors excluded), and School of Engineering & Design Arrival time: 8am Start time: 8:45am End time (approximate): 11am
For more information regarding location, parking, tickets, etc., please visit the JWU Commencement website.
Afternoon College of Culinary Arts and Food Service Management majors Arrival time: 1pm Start time: 1:45pm End time (approximate): 3:45pm Congratulations to the 2017 graduates and their families!
SAVE THE DATE Mark your calendar and plan ahead for the 2017–18 academic year: Fall payment deadline (upperclass students only)....................... August 3, 2017 Wildcat Move-in (first-year students)......................................... September 2, 2017 Wildcat Move-in (upperclass students)...................................... September 3, 2017 Fall term begins........................................................................ September 5, 2017 Fall holiday (no classes).............................................................. October 9, 2017 Wildcat Family Weekend........................................................... October 13–15, 2017
For more information, visit our website.
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CAMPUS NEWS
Left: Lambda Chi Alpha officially colonized at the Providence Campus in February. They have associated 41 new members. Above: Brothers of Lambda Chi Alpha celebrate after their colonization ceremony at the Providence Campus. Left: Students enjoy the Chinese Student Scholar Association’s Lunar New Year celebration. Right: Alternative Spring Break students and staff spent their final night at the YMCA on Druid Hill in Baltimore City participating in a reflection exercise followed by many laughs and tears. One student shared, “The bonds I formed this week are for life.”
Above: During UIB’s (University Involvement Board) One Ton Sundae, JWU students came together for free ice cream in a bucket. JWU Family Connection | Spring 2017
Above and left: The UIB’s executive board and Student Government Associaton celebrated the success of their annual Snoball held at Twin Rivers Casino.
JWU COLLEGE OF CULINARY ARTS
RECIPES
Now THAT’S Cooking with Class Chef Frank Terranova, CEC, CCE, host of Cooking with Class, a daily television cooking segment on NBC 10, and senior instructor in the College of Culinary Arts, Providence Campus
This May, Johnson & Wales will celebrate 20 years of “Cooking with Class,” a daily cooking segment on Rhode Island’s local NBC station. JWU Chef Frank Terranova has been there from the beginning and has prepared over 4,000 recipes. Please enjoy these short and sweet recipes from the chef.
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