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NORTH MIAMI 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 experiential learning conferences, Talent Advancement Program
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.
WELCOME Dear JWU parents and families, For many years, back to school was associated with themed lunch boxes, sporting events, prom and everything in between. This time around, it’s a little different. It’s about dropping your student off at a new place where you can only hope that everything you’ve instilled in them is demonstrated in their actions as young adults. Welcome to the college life experience.
Below are some words of wisdom you can use to help encourage your student throughout this journey: Get involved. The more you do, the more activities you participate in, the more friends you will make and the faster time will go. Be open to meeting new people. North Miami is diverse, so take this time to explore different cultures. You’re in the place you want to be. Make the best of it and don’t take it for granted.
While it’s certainly a transition for your student, college life is also a transition for parents. I was extremely confident in my daughter’s ability to excel in her new environment, but still had to navigate some of the complexities of “cutting the cord” and challenging her to take ownership of her life. To help my daughter Jordyn get through her first year, I continually challenged her to remember her purpose for attending JWU — to obtain an education. Reinforcing this purpose helps when your student experiences issues with roommates, struggles with classwork or is just homesick. Here’s to a great year at JWU. Sincerely, Staci Clark-Allen Parent of Jordyn Allen ’20
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WILDCATS WELCOME THE CLASS OF 2021
As part of Wildcat Welcome, nearly 200 students participated in Join! Work! Unite!, a day of service in the Miami area. From visiting a local elementary school to read to students and assist with a book sale to cleaning up campus and gardening at various sites following the impact of Hurricane Irma, students got a firsthand look at what it truly means to be a Wildcat. “This day is designed to promote social responsibility and encourage compassion for others,” said Larry Rice, EdD, North Miami Campus president. “The goal is to introduce students to their local community in a way that demonstrates shared leadership, collaboration and reciprocity.” continued... JWU Family Connection | Fall 2017
WILDCAT WELCOME
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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?
Lily Hsu, EdD
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? “ One way I get involved with my campus community is by being an orientation leader and peer mentor. Seeing how past peer mentors have impacted students, I realized that I could also create that same impact for incoming Wildcats.” — Keshawn Adams ’20, Culinary Arts
“As a student leader, I make sure that all of the students have all of the information they need to succeed in class. Also, working with Campus Activities Board, I can ensure everyone has a good time.” — Elizabeth Howard ’19, Culinary Arts
“ It all started with boredom and a skateboard. On move-in day of my freshman year, I didn’t come to school with much. With all of my free time, I helped other students move their heavy stuff with my board and realized what a pleasure it was to be a part of my community. That’s when I became an RA and got more involved with Campus Activities Board’s 1G program.” — Brooke Muse ’18, Tourism & Hospitality Management
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CAMPUS NEWS
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING RAMPS UP WITH EMERGE AMERICAS & X-CULTURE JWU is renowned for providing hands-on experiences to immerse students in their desired industry as early as their first year. North Miami Campus students had a chance to engage in two conferences that truly elevated their educational experience — eMerge Americas and X-Culture. Surrounded by more than 13,000 entrepreneurs and tech industry goers, students had an engaging experience at eMerge Americas. As part of the conference, a JWU student presented his business plan to potential investors and students interviewed top executives on tips for budding entrepreneurs. JWU Family Connection | Fall 2017
International business students had a similar experience during the X-Culture Global Symposium at JWU. Student leaders welcomed 150 students from three continents to learn how to work in a global market. “The best part of being a part of X-Culture was meeting so many different people from all over the world, knowing that we all shared the same interest in growing ourselves as individuals and learning more about international business,” said Jasmine Resendes ’19, an international business major.
CAMPUS NEWS TALENT ADVANCEMENT PROGRAM CELEBRATES FIRST CLASS OF GRADUATES In fall 2015, the North Miami Campus welcomed its inaugural class of students for the Talent Advancement Program. With great pride and accomplishment, nine of these students were presented with their associate degree during the 2017 commencement ceremony.
HOSPITALITY STUDENT, MIRAJ PATEL ’19, FEATURED IN ASIAN HOSPITALITY MAGAZINE For as long as he can remember, Miraj Patel ’19 has been immersed in the hospitality industry. Growing up in hotels owned and operated by his family, Patel had a clear career path at an early age. Though he was very knowledgeable about the industry, Patel chose to enroll at JWU’s North Miami Campus to help sharpen his skills and gain greater knowledge about new trends that could be useful in improving business. As a 20-year-old CEO of a hotel company, Patel was featured on the cover of the May 2017 issue of Asian Hospitality magazine. He discussed the value he has found in pursuing his education at JWU and the lessons he has learned along the way. View Patel’s story.
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“It was rewarding to witness these students reach this major milestone,” said Stella Napoles, PhD, Talent Advancement Program manager. “They have evolved tremendously over the past two years and many attribute their success to the TAP principles that encouraged them throughout their journey.” TAP was designed to help students gain the skills needed to thrive as first-year college students, ranging from time management and financial preparedness to interdependence. Students also participated in various activities on and off campus to help them acclimate to college life.
CAMPUS NEWS NORTH MIAMI CAMPUS CELEBRATES TREE CAMPUS USA® RECOGNITION The Arbor Day Foundation recognized the North Miami Campus with the Tree Campus USA® designation. Students, faculty and staff gathered to commemorate the award, as well as celebrate Arbor Day and Earth Day with various activities on campus. The festivities began with an outdoor lunch for the campus community, offering fresh, healthy cuisine and beverages. Students worked together to clean up the campus and planted a new tree. They also created a new “relaxation station” in the campus garden, adorned with a comfortable seating
area and plush landscaping overlooking the lake. The Tree Campus USA recognition is presented to colleges and universities that establish and sustain healthy community forests. The North Miami Campus has received the designation in previous years and takes pride in offering a green space on campus.
MEN’S GOLF THREE-PEAT AT THE SUN CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP The men’s golf team claims the third straight win at The Sun Conference Championship in Fripp Island, South Carolina.
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JWU COLLEGE OF CULINARY ARTS
RECIPE
Capellini Cakes on Champagne Foam with Freshly Shaved Truffles Chef Chris Wagner, CMC, director of culinary operations WHAT YOU’LL NEED CAPELLINI CAKES:
METHOD OF PREPARATION CAPELLINI CAKES:
1 pound high-grade capellini pasta ½ cup chopped parsley ½ onion, chopped and sautéed to a light brown with very little oil 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped, sautéed with the onions 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated Salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil
1. Cook the pasta “al dente”, in as little water as possible, to capture as much starch from the pasta as possible. Drain the pasta and place in a mixing bowl. 2. Add all other ingredients and blend without breaking the pasta. 3. Layer a ¼-sheet pan with plastic film and spray with cooking oil. Place the pasta in the pan and even it out as best as you can. 4. Place another ¼-sheet pan on top and add heavy weights (10 to 15 pounds) to compress the pasta and let cool. The pasta will be very dense and easy to cut into shapes afterwards.
CHAMPAGNE FOAM SAUCE:
CHAMPAGNE FOAM SAUCE:
2 shallots, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 fresh black winter truffles (or white truffle) 2 cups best quality champagne 1 cup best quality demi-glace ½ cup heavy cream 5 grams lecithin powder 1 teaspoon lemon juice Salt and fresh pepper to taste Fresh squeezed lemon juice
1. Sauté the shallots, garlic and truffles until translucent. Deglaze with champagne and reduce by half. 2. Add the demi-glace and reduce by ¼. Add the heavy cream and bring to a boil. Add the lecithin powder and season to taste with salt, pepper and the lemon juice. Keep warm in a double boiler.
FINISHING THE DISH: Maldon salt ½ pound arugula greens Olive oil Lemon juice
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FINISHING THE DISH: 1. Unmold the pasta and cut into shapes. (Cookie cutters work best, but you can cut them into squares or any other shape.) 2. Heat up a non-stick pan (preferably a pan with ceramic coating, not the black Teflon coatings) and add 2 tablespoons oil. Roast the capellini cakes until golden brown on each side and season with the Maldon salt for extra crunch. Plate the cakes (2 per person). 3. Foam up the sauce with a good stick blender until you have the consistency of your liking. Drizzle the foam around the pasta cakes. 4. Mix the arugula greens with olive oil, a little lemon juice, salt and pepper and place lightly on the capellini cakes. 5. Slice truffles thinly over the greens and the capellini cakes. Serve immediately.