This is the Wildcat Way
Johnson & Wales University Providence, R.I.
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Community not just a noun, but a state of mind
1. A diverse and inclusive group of people who believe in the power of education
2. A campus with no true borders, blending in perfect harmony with the surrounding city of Providence
3. Students, faculty and staff working together to learn, grow, create and make an impact on the world around them
4. A pillar of the Wildcat Way Pride, Courage, Character and Community are the pillars of the Wildcat Way.
“My class cohort is a very tight-knit community and like a big family. Most of the time we call our teachers by their first names, and we go to them for help. We connect with them on both a personal and academic level.”
Natan Laufer ’26 Design
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“JWU sets you up for success. If you need an internship, support with choosing classes, health care, figuring out paying for college — whatever you need, there is someone to help you, and it makes your college experience so much easier.”
Audrey Soemarno ’27 Media & Communication
The JWU community is filled with resources, and we will always be here to support you.
Academic Success Center
Tutoring, writing labs and study skills workshops
Accessibility Services
Accommodations for learning disabilities, physical challenges and/or chronic medical conditions
Counseling Services
Confidential professional services to support emotional well-being
Experiential Education & Career Services
Résumé-building workshops, career management courses, career fairs to connect students with internships and more
Health Services and Education
Basic healthcare and education on forming healthy habits
Student Academic Services
Course registration and planning, understanding degree requirements, reviewing transcripts and more
Student Financial Services
Guidance from your dedicated financial planner to help you pay for college, now through graduation
The Bridge
An office dedicated to advancing JWU’s culture of being a welcoming place for all students
Wildcat Learning Effectiveness in Action Program (LEAP)
A fee-based first-year program to help students develop strategies to enhance learning as they transition to college
Learn more about the support services available to you at jwu.edu/supportservices.
Wildcat Sighting
See our students in their natural habitats.
Follow Graphic Design student Liberty Conlin ’26 through her day as a busy student athlete.
Computer Science major Evan LaMothe ’27 shares life as a JWU student and baseball player.
JWU Wildcats get to enjoy campus life and city life interchangeably — and they’ve got options. The Downcity Campus offers classic city vibes, or you can take a quick Wildcat Wheels shuttle ride to the Harborside Campus for a quieter environment with ocean views.
