2020-21 JWU CE Viewbook

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Your hard work has taken you this far — and it’s brought you to Johnson & Wales University. We want you to imagine everything your future can be. And then we want you to work towards it — because when you work, so does your education.

Whether your motivation is professional development, a career change or personal growth, your options here are as broad as your ambitions.

Our progressive approach to learning dates back to our very beginning, when we were among the first colleges founded by two women: Gertrude I. Johnson and Mary T.

Wales. Since 1914, our goal has been for students to make the most of their time at college, to bring out their potential and turn it into a career.

Through education that takes you beyond the classroom, to industry connections that put students to work, we work just as hard as you do to turn your passion into a craft, and then bring that craft to the world. It doesn’t matter where you’re from or where you’ve been, if you are willing to put in the effort for what you want, there’s only one direction you’re going: forward.

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JWU WAS AMONG THE FIRST UNIVERSITIES TO BUILD A CURRICULUM AROUND HANDS-ON LEARNING.

Known as “experiential education,” it’s the pinnacle of the JWU experience. You will be immersed in a professionally focused curriculum specifically targeted to the field of your choice. Plus, our flexible evening and online classes fit into your busy schedule.

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How you learn depends on what you want to learn and who you want to learn it with. You’ll have opportunities to collaborate with fellow students, work with world-renowned companies, or even assist professors with their work. There’s an entire community behind you to help develop your skills and make the most of your potential.

We’ll show you how to get inside your field of interest and develop the knowledge and skills necessary for success.

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IN A CLASS OF THEIR OWN

FINDING YOUR PATH

No matter how you’re learning — in or out of class — the quality of your education has a lot to do with your professor. At JWU, we have some of the most passionate, dedicated leaders in academia, with years of professional experience to back up their lessons. They are committed to working with you one-on-one to help you develop your skills. With their experience, they not only teach the way the industry actually works but develop innovative programs that directly reflect 21st-century needs.

If you’ve already completed a bachelor’s degree and have been thinking about making your way in a medical profession, you can enroll in the Postbaccalaureate Pre-Medical & Pre-Health Professions Certificate. This program offers you an easy and affordable way to fulfill pre-med or pre-health prerequisite coursework. Whether your goal is to enroll in a health professional program, or you need to retake courses to improve performance, this certificate program provides 22-24 credits in health-related courses. If you don’t need the entire certificate, you can take only the courses you need. And if you choose to complete the entire certificate, your total credits can include up to four transfer credits from coursework completed at another institution.

MAKING A SCENE James Desmarais, associate professor in criminal justice, knows how to create a crime scene. In fact, he does it all the time for his criminalistics courses, exposing students to scenes that look like they are pulled from the first five minutes of a “CSI” episode. But for his students, CSI is more than a television show, it’s a calling, one they get to explore by working mock crime scenes and studying evidence in JWU’s state-of-the-art crime lab. A retired Providence police detective, Desmarais advocated for this lab in order to give students hands-on experience of investigating crime scenes. As a criminal justice major, you’ll not only get to examine these mock scenarios, but collect, identify and process evidence. You’ll be prepared to hit the ground running — or perhaps analyzing — from day one.

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DEGREE Can you see yourself running an investment firm after graduation? Do you have a talent for building winning teams? Do you have what it takes to be a master craft brewer? Will you finally reach your goals and get the credits you need to make your way in the medical professions?

No matter what your future career goals are, there’s a program here for you.

Our degree programs cover a wide range of fields, from arts and sciences and business, to finance and hospitality. You’ll follow a unique experience-based curriculum that’s been developed to meet industry needs. This means that you’ll learn the skills that are in demand for your profession.

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ACCOUNTING BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BSBA) BUSINESS STUDIES CRIMINAL JUSTICE FINANCE FOOD & BEVERAGE INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT HOTEL & RESORT MANAGEMENT HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (BSBA) LIBERAL STUDIES MANAGEMENT (BSBA) MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE MARKETING POSTBACCALAUREATE PRE-MEDICAL & PRE-HEALTH PROFESSIONS CERTIFICATE PROFESSIONAL CRAFT BREWING CERTIFICATE PSYCHOLOGY TOURISM & HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

For information, visit

jwu.edu/majors/ce

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L I F E ’ S WO R R K OU IS

YOURS AT JWU, OPPORTUNITY BECOMES BOTH A JOB AND A PASSION FOR WHAT YOU DO: ONE OF MANY BUILDING BLOCKS FOR A LIFE YOU’RE PROUD OF. From professors and JWU staff members, to your fellow students, you’ll have an entire community on your side, working to help you get where you need to be. That’s why our career services department is more than just another office in an administration building; it’s one of the cornerstones of a JWU education. It’s staffed by professionals who truly get to know each and every student — in fact, other colleges consult with us to learn best practices in delivering career services, from internships to employment.

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We encourage students to engage with Experiential Education & Career Services from day one. You’ll have access to • your own personal advisor who works with you to create a tailored academic and work experience roadmap • r ésumé and interview preparation workshops • career fairs where you can network with employers from different industries • thousands of job listings in our exclusive job database As we get to know you, we’ll discover your strengths and interests and help connect you to companies and experiences you’ll love. And our career management courses will prepare you to be interview-ready for our many recruiting events.

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JWU’S CAREER

96.8% OUTCOMES RATE UNIVERSITYWIDE

For some of you, gaining additional experience in your field of study is key as you make your way forward in your career. With that in mind, we focus on giving you opportunities to make the right kind of industry connections.

You’ll have access to career workshops and fairs, and other recruiting events.

And when you’re ready to complete an internship, we can work with you to find an arrangement that fits into your

busy life. Whether it’s by staggering an internship over multiple semesters, scheduling it on weekends and evenings, or customizing one at your place of employment — we’ll find something that works for you.

Last year more than 2,650 JWU students interned at nearly 1,520 companies worldwide. More importantly, 60 percent of JWU students received a job offer at the end

C O L B Y B A K E R ’ 2 1 B U S I N E S S S T U D I E S is a Teller Operations Supervisor at Pawtucket Credit Union where he is using the experience he is gaining on the job toward his internship requirements. Here’s what he has to say: “Ever since I went back to school, I feel as though opportunities in my career have already begun materializing, and I have yet to graduate. Aside from gaining a deeper understanding on the entire spectrum that represents a business through my classes, my employer has recognized my desire to further myself, for both of our mutual interests. I have recently been accepted into a program for mortgage origination training, a position I have been striving to reach for some years now. It excites me to think of all the possibilities that can become available through a higher education. For the first time in my life, I can see myself going to graduate school and earning an MBA, by virtue of the educational confidence Johnson & Wales has instilled in me in such a short time.”

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DIANE SARACENI CLASS OF ’19

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While Diane Saraceni ’19 was a student at JWU, she was working full-time as an audit operations coordinator in Boston at Northeastern University. As the first in her family to go to college, she was brought up to believe having a job was more important. “I never thought going to college was a realistic scenario for me, but now I’ve finally done it,” she says. She’s proud of her accomplishments, even more so because her daughter followed in her footsteps and graduated from college at the same time.

“When people ask me to summarize my time at Johnson & Wales, some words that come to mind are grit, passion, talent and teamwork. I believe that when you’re doing something that you really enjoy, it’s not really work. When I think about what I’ve learned here, I think I never would have learned to do any of these things on my own.”

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WOR K IS WHY WE WORK

JWU GRADUATES STAND OUT FOR THEIR PASSION AND WORK ETHIC — AND EMPLOYERS HAVE NOTICED.

It helps that we have fostered relationships with some of the biggest companies around. That means they’ll be a constant presence at career fairs, regularly hire JWU interns, host industry panels, and more.

Our industry partners include: JOHNSON & JOHNSON MARRIOTT CUISINART UNITED AIRLINES

GILBANE KOHL’S PEPSICO DUKE ENERGY

Our graduates have a reputation for loving their chosen industry. And it makes industries love us back.

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A L L T INTO I GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FELLOW CLASSMATES IS A VITAL PART OF YOUR UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCE. They will become your support system, and perhaps even someday your coworkers. And having a strong network here can help you develop teamwork, collaboration and leadership skills that are sought after in the workforce.

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When you’re part of the strong JWU community, you’ll feel free and even emboldened to experience new things. You’ll find a variety of opportunities to pursue your interests beyond just your major. No matter what your interests are — we’re sure there’s something for you.

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WE KNOW YOUR TIME IS PRECIOUS, SO WE OFFER THE CHANCE FOR YOU TO GRAB A QUICK SNACK, SIT IN A QUIET PLACE TO STUDY OR EVEN GET IN A WORKOUT WHILE YOU’RE ON CAMPUS. HERE ARE JUST A FEW OPTIONS:

DOWNCITY CAMPUS RED MANGO Located at the John J. Bowen Center for Science and Innovation, it offers snacks, frozen yogurt and a smoothie bar.

STARBUCKS AND WILDCAT CAFÉ Here you can grab snacks and a variety of iced or hot drinks.

CLOCK TOWER DELI & MARKET Get your favorite deli sandwiches, hot or cold, at Clock Tower.

HARBORSIDE CAMPUS FITNESS CENTER Our fitness center is located in Wales Hall.

LIBRARY Find our library at the Yena Center.

FREE PARKING The JWU Parking Garage offers free parking for continuing education students.

RED SAUCE If you’re hungry you’ll find great pasta and pizza at Red Sauce.

LIBERTY MARKET Located in the Friedman Center, here you’ll find sandwiches, fresh fruit, drinks and snacks.

LIBRARY Our library is located in the Friedman Center.

FREE PARKING Continuing education students can park for free in designated lots.

FITNESS CENTER Get in a quick workout at our fitness center located at the Wildcat Center.

Explore all our campus has to offer by taking a virtual tour at

jwu.edu/visit

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WE KNOW THAT NO MATTER HOW HARD YOU WORK, COLLEGE STILL COSTS MONEY. It’s an investment, and like any good investment, it should pay off in dividends. That’s why we’re so career focused; you should graduate trained to take on your craft, and when you succeed, so do we.

Of course, first you have to start, which can seem daunting.

That’s why we provide each student with a financial planner to guide them through the process of financing higher education. You’ll get personal loan counseling and strategies to make attending JWU financially possible. If you’re ready to work with us, we’ll work for you.

You’ll meet with an admissions representative who will walk you through the application process, including discussions about transfer credit, your class schedule and financial aid options available to you.

As a continuing education student, you can apply for student loan programs or the Pell Grant (this grant doesn’t need to be repaid). To apply for grants and loans, or any other type of financial aid, you’ll need to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You can complete this process online at fafsa.gov. JWU’s FAFSA code is 003404.

Have you served in the military? At JWU, we value the experience you gained through the military service, and we thank you for your sacrifice. Now, we’re ready to help you prepare for your next move.

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A P P LY T O D AY

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JWU participates in the Yellow Ribbon program, which means you may be eligible for education benefits through the GI Bill.

Let us know if you think you might qualify.

Transfer credits. Save on tuition.

TUITION AND FEES

Through our liberal transfer policy you’ll save time and money by earning credit for previous coursework related to your major. And you can earn course credit for previous academic work and/or prior learning experiences, including military service, through our Prior Learning programs. Options offered include Challenge, CLEP or Portfolio Assessment.

If you already have an associate’s degree you can turn it into a bachelor’s degree through our Business Studies and Liberal Studies degree programs.

General Studies Courses: $346 per 1.0 credit course ($1,038 per 3.0 credit course)*

Start when it works for you.

Also, be sure to check with your employer, as many companies offer tuition reimbursement, sometimes up to 100 percent.

Make your way.

Take classes that fit your schedule.

Our flexible classes offer many options as you build your academic schedule. Generally held one night per week, our classes can fit into even the busiest schedule. Want more flexibility? Take online classes when it’s convenient for you — at home, in your office or on the road.

We offer three start dates a year: August, January or May.** * For the most current information, visit jwu.edu/tuition. ** Not all classes are available for the May start.

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R E A DY T O G E T S TA R T E D ?

S O A RE W E .

Attend an information session for details about our programs.

Visit jwu.edu/visit to register for an upcoming event.

If you’re ready to apply, we’ve included an application that you’re welcome to use or apply online.

apply.jwu.edu

FO R M O R E IN FO R M AT I O N , PL E A S E CO N TAC T US AT

401-598-2300 cepvd@admissions.jwu.edu

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION: Johnson & Wales University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other legally protected status in its admission of students, in its programs and activities, or its employment, as required by Title IX and other laws. Inquiries about nondiscrimination can be made to: Nondiscrimination Coordinator, 8 Abbott Park Place, Providence, RI 02903, 401-598-2703, titleix@jwu.edu, or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC, 20202-1100, 800-421-3481.

All statistics included in this brochure are the most current as of May 2020.

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2020 -202 1 ACA DEMIC CALENDAR FALL SEMESTER

Aug. 7 Fall semester payment deadline (returning undergraduate students)

Aug. 14 Fall semester payment deadline (all international and graduate students)

Aug. 31 Fall classes begin (Fall Semester and Fall I)

Sept. 5 Online courses only: Last day to add a course

Sept. 7 No classes; Labor Day Sept. 12 Online courses only: Last day to drop a course (Fall Semester and Fall I) Sept. 12 Online courses only: Deadline to complete attendance requirements (Fall Semester and Fall I) Sept. 22 Fall I academic course withdrawal deadline

Oct. 20 Fall I classes end

Oct. 26 Fall II classes begin

Oct. 30 Fall academic course withdrawal deadline

Oct. 31 Online courses only: Last day to add a course (Fall II)

Nov. 7 Online courses only: Last day to drop a course (Fall II)

Nov. 11 No classes; Veteran’s Day Nov. 20 Fall II academic course withdrawal deadline Nov. 25-27 Thanksgiving break Dec. 14-17 Undergraduate final exams*

Dec. 18 Fall semester classes end

Dec. 18 Fall II classes end

Dec. 19 Winter Break begins

SPRING SEMESTER

Jan. 10 Winter Break ends

Jan. 11 Spring classes begin

Jan. 11 Spring I classes begin

Jan. 16 Online courses only: Last day to add a course (Spring semester & Spring I)

Jan. 18 No classes; Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Jan. 23 Online courses only: Deadline to complete attendance requirements (Spring semester & Spring I)

Feb. 9 Spring I academic course withdrawal deadline March 2 Spring I classes end March 8-12 Spring Break March 15 Spring II classes begin March 19 Spring academic course withdrawal deadline March 20 Online courses only: Last day to add a course (Spring II) March 27 Online courses only: Last day to drop a course (Spring II) March 27 Online courses only: Deadline to complete attendance requirements (Spring 11)

April 2 No classes; Spring holiday

April 4 No classes; Easter

April 13 Spring II academic course withdrawal deadline April 16 Summer payment deadline April 28-29 Undergraduate final exams* May 3-4 Undergraduate final exams* April 30 Internships + 16-week online course sections for on campus students end

May 4 Spring classes end

May 4 Spring II classes end

May 8 Undergraduate Commencement SUMMER SEMESTER

May 10 Summer classes begin (specific dates to be determined)

*Final Exams for Continuing Education (CE) on campus programs are held during the last class meeting.

C O N T I N U I N G E D U C AT I O N ADMISSIONS 8 Abbott Park Place, Providence RI 02903 Phone (inside U.S.): 1-800-342-5598 Phone (outside U.S.): 401-598-2300 Fax: 401-598-2948 cepvd@admissions.jwu.edu jwu.edu/ce

This calendar is offered for planning purposes only; dates are subject to change.

Visit jwu.edu/academics/calendars for the most current information.

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