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This is a publication of Johnson & Wales University specifically created for families and designated contacts of JWU students.
LETTER FROM THE
CH A NCE L L OR Dear parents and families, It is a pleasure to be reaching out to you in my new role as chancellor of Johnson & Wales University. It was 29 years ago that I began my career at JWU’s campus in Charleston, South Carolina. The faculty and staff’s deep commitment to helping every student achieve his or her dream of a college degree was truly inspiring. I knew Johnson & Wales is where I wanted to be, and today I believe that promise to our students is stronger than ever. I am honored to have been chosen to lead this institution dedicated to students’ intellectual and personal growth during this time of rapid change in higher education. Johnson & Wales has evolved from a world leader in culinary and hospitality education to a university that has built upon that excellence to provide students with opportunities in a wide breadth of industry-relevant MIM L . RUNEY, LP.D. CHANCELLOR
disciplines. Many of the new initiatives that we are implementing — moving toward semesters, creating a multidiscipline approach to our academic programming, and offering an experiential education learning experience to all — will better prepare our students to succeed in the workplace and seek advanced degrees. What lies ahead for Johnson & Wales is bold and ambitious. This is a very exciting time for your student to be at JWU. We are so happy to have you as a members of our Wildcat community. Mim L. Runey, LP.D. Chancellor
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W I LD CAT FAM I L I ES COME TO G E T H E R DU RI N G FAM I LY WEEKEND FA L L 2 0 1 8
the North Miami Campus for Family Weekend 2018.
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and Baking & Pastry Arts hands-on learning experiences,
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Once again, families traveled from near and far to visit
families truly got a taste of student life at the North
The festivities began with a welcome dinner hosted by President Larry Rice, Ed.D., ’90. With activities that included a painting party with a twist and Culinary Arts
Miami Campus.
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Students enrolled in Johnson & Wales University’s
“Many times a nutrition degree focuses solely
College of Culinary Arts four-year degree
on science,” says Bill Idell, assistant dean of
programs learn how to change the way the world
the College of Culinary Arts. “We take a unique
eats. An interest in food leads to a world of
approach at JWU. Our degree is designed for
opportunity and the range of bachelor’s degree
students who want a career working hands-on
programs offered are as diverse as students’
with food.”
career aspirations.
Students will be in a position to pursue the
While specific programs vary slightly at each
growing range of culinary careers – locally or
JWU campus, the bachelor’s degree in Culinary
around the world after graduation. Hear from
Nutrition is offered at all four. A degree in this
recent graduate Donna McCain ’15, executive
field can lead to careers as a sports dietitian
performance chef for Clemson University’s
with professional and college sports teams and
football team.
as a nutritionist in the healthcare or education industries. Nico Marie Derr '18 recalls, "It was during high school that I found a passion for science and developed an interest in nutrition. I chose Johnson & Wales University since it offers Culinary Nutrition. I wanted to find a balance between cooking and science, and I truly believe that JWU has found that happy balance." JWU's culinary nutrition program is the only one of its kind in the world. Its focus is on applying evidence-based nutritional science to the creation of healthy and flavorful foods.
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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING AT J W U Called “bold and ambitious” by Chancellor Mim L. Runey, LP.D., JWU’s strategic plan, FOCUS 2022, articulates the university’s vision for its future which builds on recent advancements and institutional mission of providing students an exceptional education that inspires professional success and lifelong personal and intellectual growth. Through FOCUS 2022, the university will provide all students with experiential learning opportunities. Working a red carpet event in Los Angeles has always been a dream for JWU North Cynthia Francisco ’19, North Miami SEEM major
Miami Sports, Entertainment, Event – Management (SEEM) major Cynthia Francisco ’19. Francisco saw her vision come to life when she traveled to California to participate in the week-long HollyShorts Film Festival. She was able to fulfill her dream of working with celebrities and handling registration for the event, which showcases the best and brightest short films from around the world.
Faculty play a huge role in preparing students for these opportunities, like JWU Charlotte student Jason Rosales ’19 who earned a summer internship as project accountant with Duke Energy. He attributes his preparedness and understanding of accounting to his professors Dawn Lopez and Michele Henderson, Ph.D.
“When you have an opportunity like this, I
(retired). Due to his success at Duke Energy,
encourage you to do your research, find a way and
the company invited Rosales to stay on through
just go for it,” she advises. Francisco landed this
February 2019.
opportunity through a connection by one of her professors, Craig Skilling, lead faculty member for the North Miami Campus SEEM program. “His concert production class prepared me for this experience,” Francisco recalls.
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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Trying to balance classwork, the
Defense Forces (IDF) spokesman
internship and JWU soccer was a
for foreign media, visited campus
challenge, and he quickly realized
in late October.
he could not do it all. “I’ve played
CELL offers curriculum designed
soccer most of my life, but I knew
to help students evaluate news
I couldn’t attend my classes, work
about terrorism, understand its
25 hours a week and play on the
root causes, and ultimately take
soccer team,” Rosales admits.
action to help prevent it through
“Accounting offers good pay and
counterterrorism training. As
a stable career. Businesses will always need an accountant.” Many students have the ability to
part of the JWU senior research Jason Rosales ’19, Charlotte Corporate Accounting and Financial Analysis major
combine their passion with their
methods class, students collaborated with CELL executives to conduct research regarding 1)
internship. Born and raised in Boston, Sarah
cyber security and evolving terrorist tactics, 2)
Allison ’18 is a Graphic Design & Digital Media
the delicate balance of civil liberties and security,
major who is completing her last term at JWU
and 3) state sponsorship and global instability
this November and interning as a junior graphic
since 1979. CELL will then use the research
designer at SmartPak Equine in Plymouth,
produced by students and implement it into
Massachusetts. “When the opportunity came up
their curriculum.
to be able to bring together my passion for horses with my skills in graphic design, it seemed like a perfect fit.” Allison utilizes this opportunity to refine all the skills she learned in her classes. “Everything I’m doing in my internship will be useful for me in the future, from the skills I’m building and reinforcing, to the ability to collaborate and work in a team.” A team of Criminal Justice students at JWU Denver engaged with renowned experts in the terrorism field through the Counterterrorism Education Learning Lab (CELL). Lt. Col. Peter Lerner, a retired Israel
JWU Denver Ciminal Justice students in CELL program meeting with terrorism expert, Col. Peter Lerner, on left
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n e ws NA I A NA M E S M E N ’ S
CA M P US R A M P S U P
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SA F E T Y E F F OR T S
AND SOCCER TEAMS, S C HOL A R -T E A M S
With much attention on school safety across the nation, the North Miami Campus continues to implement initiatives to prepare students, faculty and staff in the event of an emergency. After the start of school, the North Miami Campus partnered with the City of North Miami Police Department and Miami-Dade Fire Rescue for an active shooter drill. Students were notified of the drill in advance, and faculty and staff were onboard to assist during the drill. “Campus safety remains a top priority,” said Allan Sjoberg, director of campus safety & security.
The National Association of Intercollegiate
“Safety drills help educate students on how to respond during an emergency
Athletics (NAIA) recently recognized 1,862 teams
and assist us in identifying any
that earned the distinction of Scholar-Teams for
opportunities to strengthen our
the 2017–18 academic year. Among them, four JWU
security efforts.”
North Miami programs were recognized as top
Other safety initiatives include
academic teams in the nation: men’s and women’s
registering as an official See
golf, and men’s and women’s soccer.
Something, Say Something®
“This is a testament to the importance we place on
partner with the Department
emphasizing that academics come first,” said David
of Homeland Security and
Griffore, director of athletics. “I am immensely proud of the students and coaches from both programs and look forward to another great year.”
encouraging the campus community to report any suspicious activity. In addition, this year the university redesigned its
For a team to be considered for the NAIA Scholar-
ID cards, which should be worn visibly on campus
Team award, it must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on
at all times. The new design more prominently
a 4.0 scale as defined by the institution. The team
displays the cardholder’s photograph and name
GPA includes all eligible varsity student-athletes.
for easier identification.
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S T U DE N T PA N T RY
NEW WELLNESS
OF F E R S A DDE D
C E N T E R SE RV E S A S
SU PP OR T
SA F E SPAC E F OR S T U DE N T S
North Miami Campus students have a new place to relax between classes, host meetings and participate in various workshops that emphasize the importance of self-care. The new Wellness Center was designed to promote mental health and other elements of wellness by offering access to a yoga station, therapeutic games and activities, as well as resources on stress management, coping skills and more. Many college students across the nation face a similar reality: lack of financial resources for basic necessities. While many students receive financial aid to cover tuition, books or housing, some are still in need of toiletries and food items to help them get through the college life experience. In response to this need, the North Miami Campus recently established the Student Pantry. Located in the Talent Advancement Program office in the Academic & Student Center, the pantry is open to all students enrolled in classes during the current term. “The pantry provides a means for all students to
“Student success goes beyond their experience in
stay focused on their academic studies despite
the classroom,” said Sompa Adhya-Taylor, director
any financial hardships they may be faced with
of counseling services. “The Wellness Center
while they are working on achieving their degree,”
allows students to take a break from focusing on
said Anedriana Franck ’20, fashion merchandising
all of their external responsibilities and focus on
& retailing major and student assistant with the
their greatest responsibility: their own well-being.”
Student Pantry. “Students can access the pantry
Located in Academic & Student Center, Room 210,
for nonperishable food items or toiletries, such as
the Wellness Center is an extension of Counseling
deodorant and detergent.”
Services.
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RECIPE TOMATO & CARROT GAZPACHO GENNY KOMAR, RD, CC IN GREDIE N TS
2 pounds tomatoes, concasse (cored, peeled, deseeded)
(preferably glass) and chill until
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Combine tomatoes, pepper,
very cold, at least 6 hours or
carrot, onion, water and
overnight.
necessary, work in batches.) Blend
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1 small white onion, peeled and roughly cut into chunks
at high speed until very smooth,
a few tablespoons ice water.
at least 2 minutes, pausing
1 clove garlic, peeled
occasionally to scrape down the
½ cup water
sides with a rubber spatula.
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1 green bell pepper, cored, seeded and roughly cut into chunks 2 carrots, about 8 inches long, peeled and roughly cut into chunks
garlic in a blender or, if using a hand blender, in a deep bowl. (If
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Salt, to taste
mixture will turn bright orange or
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil, more to taste, plus more for drizzling
vinegar. If soup is very thick, stir in
if desired. A few drops of
Garnish with fresh vegetables if
add the vinegar and salt.
desired.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil. The dark pink and become smooth and emulsified, like a salad dressing. in more olive oil until texture is creamy.
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Serve in glasses, over ice
With the motor running,
If it still seems watery, drizzle Yield: 1 quart
seasonings with salt and
olive oil on top are a nice touch.
2 teaspoons sherry vinegar, or to taste
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Before serving, adjust the
Strain the mixture through a
strainer or a food mill, pushing all the liquid through with a spatula or the back of a ladle. Discard the solids. Transfer to a large pitcher
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