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With over a century of academic excellence, Johnson & Wales University values intellectual curiosity and encourages a passion for hands-on learning by immersing students in dynamic labs and career-focused classrooms. The university’s commitment to providing students with a well-rounded, relevant education shapes agile graduates who are real-world tested and ready to enter a highly dynamic workforce. Johnson & Wales University is a private, nonprofit NECHE-accredited institution with more than 8,000 students from over 65 countries. JWU offers 100+ undergraduate, graduate, online, continuing education and accelerated programs in healthcare, business, culinary arts, hospitality, technology, education, and more. Over 105,000 alumni are forging successful careers in exciting industries. This is an official, Johnson & Wales University-managed account. The university reserves the right to delete off-topic or abusive comments and spam, to remove tags, images and other content, and to ban users from posting to the page.

10/21/2026

What's next for JWU Charlotte? 🎙️

From expanding student housing to launching innovative three-year degree programs, JWU Charlotte Campus President Richard Mathieu shares how the university is building on 22 years of impact in the Queen City.

Hear more about campus growth and the future of higher education in his conversation with Business North Carolina.

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10/15/2026

At JWU, we’re not just taking notes and reading out of textbooks.” - Ariana Adolph '27

For Ariana, that meant turning a connection at JWU Charlotte’s Spring Expo into a hands-on internship at the U.S. National Whitewater Center — and now, a part-time role.

See how she’s putting her SEEM education to work. Story link in the comments below.

10/14/2026

There’s more happening behind the scenes at Hersheypark than chocolate and roller coasters. 🍫🎢

For Caroline Bailey ’26, it meant training teams, supporting major concerts and helping food and beverage operations run smoothly for thousands of guests.

See how she took her JWU skills to the sweetest place on Earth and came back with a clearer vision for her future. Story link in our comments.

10/12/2026

Today, Johnson & Wales University joins communities across the country in recognizing Indigenous Peoples’ Day — a time to honor the histories, cultures and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples.

Through reflection, education and continued learning, we recognize the importance of Indigenous voices and perspectives and the ways they continue to enrich our communities and shape our shared future.

JWU campuses will be closed in observance of the holiday and will reopen Tuesday, October 13.

10/09/2026

We’ve kept this one quiet long enough. 👀

New year, new look? We decided not to wait.

The new jwu.edu is here, bringing a fresh look and an enhanced digital experience designed to make it easier to explore academics, student life and everything Johnson & Wales University has to offer.

Go ahead, take a look around. 💙

🔗 jwu.edu

10/07/2026

Consider this your invitation to FIT, served with a side of cacio e pepe.

Chef Matt Britt gives us a taste of what to expect November 5–6 as the FIT Symposium returns to JWU Providence for two days of food, wellness, hospitality, hands-on learning and industry conversation.

Ready to experience it for yourself? Explore the schedule and register at jwu.edu/fit-symposium 🍝

10/06/2026

The workforce is changing and higher education has to keep pace.

In Providence Business News' 2026 Rhode to Work publication, JWU Provost Richard Wiscott explores how industry partnerships, experiential learning and adaptable skills are preparing Wildcats for careers that continue to evolve.

Read more at the link in our comments below.

09/30/2026

What does the future of food look like? Let's start with the people shaping it.

Meet Dan Kish, keynote speaker at this year’s FIT Symposium.

For more than 40 years, Dan has helped move the food industry forward — from leading culinary innovation at Panera Bread to advising emerging and established food brands.

This November, he brings that experience to JWU Providence for a conversation about where the food industry is headed, what’s changing and what comes next.

Your seat at FIT is waiting. Register at the link in our comments below.

09/28/2026

It’s Wildcat Week! JWU’s first annual universitywide giving campaign supporting our athletics teams. Alumni, families and friends can support JWU Athletics and the student-athletes on both our Providence and Charlotte campuses throughout the year but now is your chance to give your favorite team a head start.

For our athletes, sports are so much more than a game. It’s where they grow, find their people and have a whole lot of fun. Every gift helps. Give here: give.gofundme.com/JWUWildcats 🐾

09/25/2026

From classroom connection to creative collaboration.

JWU design Professor Jonathan Harris and Mat Hartung ’24 teamed up to create a public art installation now hanging above Westminster Street in downtown Providence.

See how they brought their creativity to the Creative Capital at the link in our comments below.

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