JWU Providence

06/18/2026

06/17/2026

"Our students built a strong foundation in theory and clinical skills, but the capstone is where they take that knowledge and make something remarkable," says Associate Professor Sheri Ferland, OTD, OTR/L. Click the link below for a snapshot of some of the graduate student work she's referencing, showcased by some of JWU Entry Level Occupational Therapy Doctorate and Physician Assistant Studies Class of 2026 students.

06/16/2026

If there's one thing Providence does right, it's food. From cozy cafes to traditional Italian spots that are always packed on the weekends, the city is full of spots that are absolutely worth the hype. Whatever you’re craving, discover the top places to try by clicking the link in the comments.

06/15/2026

While Connecticut lawmakers are still debating whether 3-year bachelor's degrees should exist, Johnson & Wales University is already doing it—and students are showing up. The Connecticut Mirror spotlights how JWU became the first university in New England to launch this model, with 94 students enrolled across four 90-credit programs in year one. Read the full story in the caption below.

06/10/2026

“Your faculty and administrators are so proud of what you’ve accomplished," Program Director Nancy R. Dooley, Ph.D., OTR/L, FAOTA told two cohorts of JWU Entry Level Occupational Therapy Doctorate students. JWU recently celebrated the Class of 2026, who presented their capstone projects as a last step for graduation, and the Class of 2027, whose pinning ceremony marked the end of their two years of intense study and welcomed them into fieldwork. Click the link in the comments to learn more.

06/09/2026

Two campuses, one calling: Johnson & Wales University celebrated the completion of its Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program cohorts, on both our Providence Campus and Charlotte Campus, sending nine new healthcare professionals into the world. Click the link in comments to view highlights from each ceremony as well as awards, accomplishments and updates on where these grads will go next.

06/08/2026

What did Abigail Rendock ’27, an accounting major, find most interesting about her tax internship? The corporate environment, working with students from other schools, working for a partner of the firm and doing higher level work usually only done after you've got your degree. Learn more about her internship experience in the comments below.

06/05/2026

JWU Equine & Animal Science and JWU College of Health & Wellness students recently worked with trained hippotherapy clinicians for a firsthand look at this unique type of therapy, which uses a horse's movements to treat patients with physical, occupational and speech challenges. “There are so many different styles of riding horses, gear and horse anatomy that can be used to target specific goals for clients that I have never even considered before,” says Sofia Mangino ’26, a Health Science student bound for the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program. Read more about the experience in the comments!

06/04/2026

“The Career Explorations program offers a genuine taste of college life, giving students real-world insight to help them figure out whether their interests align with their dream jobs, with only four days rather than four years,” says JWU CAT Ambassador Tess Vogler ’27. Read more about what you can expect at Career Explorations at the link in the comments.

06/03/2026

Considering a transfer to Johnson & Wales University? Discover what sets JWU apart—from a supportive transfer process to opportunities that make continuing your education seamless. Click the link in the comments to learn five key insights to help guide your journey to a college education.