For students residing on campus, please visit livingoncampus.jwu.edu for the Wildcat Packing List, Guide to On-campus Living, and Frequently Asked Questions. Please note the following reminders. If you have unanswered questions, email reslife.pvd@jwu.edu.
For students living off campus, please plan to stop by the Commuting Wildcats Meet & Greet. This is a great opportunity to connect with other commuters, meet your Pack Leaders, enjoy music and play games, learn about amenities for commuters, and enter the raffle for a chance to win a parking pass or JWU Flex Dollars to use at campu dining venues! From there, we'll head over to Gaebe Commons for Ignite the Night.
Please visit the Off-Campus Student Services website for dedicated commuter resources and sapces. If you have questions, please email ocss@jwu.edu or call 401-598-4595.
On Sunday, August 25, 2024, academic deans and chairpersons will be holding mandatory College Welcome Day information sessions for new students. Look for detailed instructions in your JWU email. Here's a summary of welcome day info sessions:
On Saturday and Sunday, August 24-25, our main offices will be open to support you as indicated below. Follow links for support services and contact info. To our parents and families, as always, we are here for you as much as we are for your students. Don't hesitate to contact our departments directly with any questions you may have.
Academic Success Center (ASC) |
Stop by our open house on Sunday, noon-2pm, in The Yena Center. The ASC is here to support your academic journey at JWU. Learn about subject tutoring, writing support, supplemental instructions, success coaching, and other services - all of which are available to students at no additional cost. |
Mandatory welcome meetings for new students requesting academic accommodations will be held on Sunday, following your College Welcome Day meeting. Look for meeting location and time in your JWU Email Inbox. |
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Saturday, 9am-5pm and Sunday, 10am-4pm. The Downcity Bookstore is located in the John Hazen White Center. The Harborside Bookstore is located at The Wildcat Center). |
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Visit the dining website for detailed information regarding on-campus dining locations and hours, meal plans, FAQs, care packages, food allergies, and more. |
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Saturday & Sunday, 10am-2pm, in Wales Hall (Floor 2). |
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Saturday & Sunday, 10am-2pm, in Wales Hall (Floor 3) and the Harborside Academic Center. |
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Call 401-598-4357, call 866-598-4357, or email it@jwu.edu for help with JWU technology (login and password errors, wifi and dorm network issues, computer labs, printing, etc.). |
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JWU Global (International Student Services) |
Saturday, 9am-2pm, in the Student Services Center. Sunday, 10am-2pm, in the Student Services Center. |
Saturday & Sunday, 9am-2pm, in the Student Services Center. Sunday, 11am-2pm, in The Friedman Center. |
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Saturday, 8am-2pm, in Wales Hall (Floor 1). Sunday, 9am-2pm, in Wales Hall (Floor 1). |
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Saturday, 8am-2pm, in the Student Services Center. Sunday, 9am-2pm, in the Student Services Center. |
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Student ID Cards (ID Pickup & Replacements) |
Saturday, 8am-2pm, in the Student Services Center. Sunday, 9am-2pm, in the Student Services Center. |
Classes start Monday, August 26, 2024. Review attendance policies and the academic calendar and plan to attend all classes fully prepared and on time. Below are some of the ways to access your course schedule in jwuLink. Because changes are possible, please re-review your schedule 24 hours before the start of classes (note: classroom locations get assigned 2-3 weeks prior to the start of the semester). If you have any questions about your schedule, please contact Student Academic Services.
Important: When viewing your schedule, pay special attention to the meeting dates, days, and times that are listed. When viewing schedule details, the bottom row outlines final exam information (day and time) - again, look at the dates, days, and time. PLEASE WATCH THIS SHORT, HELPFUL INFO VIDEO!
Go to www.jwubookstore.com for a listing of required textbooks. Books can be rented or purchased online or in person (but go to the campus bookstore location where your classes are being held). Please contact your course instructor directly with any questions regarding books and other classroom requirements. If you have any questions about CFIT uniform requirements, please email events@jwu.edu.
To access course syllabi and announcements from your instructors, open ulearn, which is JWU's online learning management system used in the delivery of all courses. Tip: For quick access, look at the ulearn widget located on your jwuLink Dashboard.
Official university student identification (ID) cards are issued to all students and must be carried at all times. While on campus, display your ID card on a lanyard, clip, etc. The ID card is part of the JWU campus electronic security system, campus dining meal plan, and transportation ridership. Review full ID card policies in the Student Handbook.
All holds must be cleared before August 29, 2024. Students who have not cleared holds by this date will have their fall course registration deleted. In addition to checking your JWU email regularly and often, please make sure to open jwuLink often and look at your Tasks, Activity feed and notifications, and holds.
Remember, the Student Handbook is your reference to the resources you need at Johnson & Wales University. It contains information on academics, advising, financial services, student activities and services, academic and university policies, the Student Code of Conduct and Conduct Review Process, and much more. You should be familiar with and reference the Student Handbook often.
Need help getting around campus? Open the campus map and reference the following building key (these are the possible codes that will be listed on your course schedule):
Students who plan to bring vehicles to campus and use JWU parking lots and facilities must register their vehicles each school year and are expected to visit transportation.jwu.edu and review ALL provided information, including information regarding regulations, rules, and bans.
As a reminder, Wildcat Wheels campus bus transportation is available to all JWU students with valid ID cards. Visit transportation.jwu.edu for current bus schedules and policies, and check the Wildcat Wheels jwuLink group channel for ongoing reminders and announcements.
Fitness center use is free to all students, faculty, and staff who possess a valid JWU ID card. Students may participate in a wide range of fitness and recreation programs and intramural sports. Each semester, the fitness centers sponsor multiple recreation programs that promote a holistic approach to wellness, while being fun, engaging, and educational. Fitness classes may include spin, yoga, Zumba®, boot camp and cardio kick-boxing. Pilates and self-defense classes are offered throughout the year at the Wildcat Center. Classes are held in the mornings, at noontime and early evenings. In addition, a variety of intramural programs are offered that have proven to be very popular. Also, club sports allow students to participate in sports activities that go beyond the scope of intramural programs. Current club sports include esports, cheer/mascot, dance, football, rugby and MMA. For more information about any of these program offerings, please call 401-598-1624, or contact the Wales Hall or Wildcat Fitness Centers or the JWU Athletics department.
Located on the lower level of Wales Hall on the Downcity Campus, this fitness center provides cardiovascular equipment including True treadmills, Cybex stationary bikes and Cybex ACR Trainers. Also offered are a variety of free weights and selectorized equipment including Hammer Strength and Life Fitness Equipment.
Located on the second floor of the Wildcat Center, this fitness center is a state-of-the-art facility with more than 6,000 square feet of fitness equipment. StairMasters, treadmills, stationary bikes, a Cybex circuit, power racks, free weights, a Gravitron machine, plyometric equipment and Body Trek machines are all offered at this facility.
Located on the Harborside Campus, the Wildcat Center services the entire university community. It offers four basketball courts, three volleyball courts, a 6,000-square-foot fitness center, a student life center, and a bookstore. The center is home to the Wildcats intercollegiate sports teams, the Student Engagement Harborside Campus office, the Athletics department and Intramural and Recreational Activities.
Ignite the Night, First Day Freeze, Student Involvement Fest, Meet the Greeks, JWU at the Zoo, Block Island Trip, Big E Trip
Whether you're new or returning, there's LOTS going on for all students. Update your calendars now and don't miss out! Come with friends, meet new friends, have fun, and enjoy some free stuff. Check out the Student Engagement group channel for all the events going on and full details.
PS Save the date and join us for Homecoming & Family Weekend, October 4-6, 2024. Follow the website link for more info!
Stop by to browse part-time jobs and connect with local employers! If you're selecting your Federal Work Study position or looking for an on-campus job, hiring managers from various JWU departments will be present to meet with you. Please call our Experiential Education & Career Services office at 401-598-1070 with any questions.
Art, Banks, Dining, Discounts, Music, Recreation, Shopping, Theatre
Start exploring! The city is filled with a bounty of amazing restaurants along with rich art and entertainment, from live music venues to big screen multiplexes, small art house cinemas and an IMAX. There are also many outdoor and sports options, too. Nearby shopping destinations include Providence Place Mall, Garden City Center, and Warwick Mall. National chains like Target, Whole Foods, Wal-Mart, Kohl’s and others are close by as well. A great place to start learning the city is goprovidence.com.
Many attractions and retailers provide a discount to college students, typically after showing a student ID. So, be sure to ask or look for offers!
Students can bank at any institution of their choice. The following banks, listed as a convenience, have full-service locations in the Downcity area: Bank of America, Bank Newport, Bank Rhode Island, Citizens Bank, Santander, and Washington Trust.
Photo credit: GoProvidence Facebook page/@nrmillard