Experience JWU - Charlotte in Virtual Reality

A beautiful place to lounge and get some homework done
Beverage Lab
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The library has plenty of space to get work done or study quietly
Welcome to Charlotte
Our students get to practice what it would be like to work in the front end and back end of a restaurant hands-on.
Student Support Services is here to help you navigate through your academic journey
The James H. Hance, Jr Auditorium is a perfect dynamic space for our students and faculty
Imagine walking from class and smelling the delicious foods coming from our culinary students.. Yum
Our faculty are here to support you before, during and after your JWU journey.
Delicious food options each day to choose from, from a variety of different cultural cuisines
Imagine walking out of class to see people making an ice sculpture? That's JWU. Always something happening on campus.
This space is perfect for students and faculty to gather for presentations, guest speakers and food demonstrations.
Focus means success
Our dining room in action!
Our science labs are the perfect place for learning and creativity
The perfect spot for lawn games and hanging out under the sun
Got a question? JWU Faculty is always here to help you.
Hands-on experience is one of the many things that differentiates JWU students in the field.
Teamwork makes the dreamwork
Whether planning a simple breakfast or a fancy lunch, you will find all of our most popular menu selections on line.
Plan your trip to JWU Charlotte now!
Student Support Services offers appointments or walk-ins throughout the week!
The library is a great place to collect recourses, host study groups with your friends and a nice relaxing place to get some homework done
Regardless of the time of year, Charlotte is the place you need to be.
We are here to support our students
Students can lounge, study in groups, or eat lunch outside in colorful Adirondack chairs or other seating that is available along the brick walkway that surrounds the courtyard.
Wildcat Center Gymnasium
A chef instructor gives critiques on plating
A culinary student learns professional techniques from his chef instructor
A faculty member holds a class meeting outside
A student in Advanced Artisan Breads poses with her bread sculpture
A typical first year student room in Cedar Hall
A variety of business classes are held in the Student Innovation Lab
Admissions
Advanced Artisan Breads students design a sculpture made entirely of bread for their final project.
Advanced Dining teaches students the art of fine dining service.
All JWU students have a faculty advisor who they meet with regularly.
Beverage class
Building
Cedar Hall North and South are conveniently located across from the Academic Center
Cedar Hall Room floorplan
Cheer on your fellow Wildcats by attending a sporting event!
Chefs demonstrate special techniques and methods
Chefs instruct and lecture before students get underway in the lab
City of Charlotte Skyline
City View Towers floorplans
City View Towers is only blocks away from uptown restaurants, events and more
Classes like chemistry, biology, and food science take place in this lab
Classic French Cuisine lab
Common areas are great spots to study or warm up leftovers
Crest
Culinary students work in teams on their stations.
Events and panel discussions are held in the Hance Auditorium
Experienced chefs share their wealth of knowledge with aspiring chefs
Fashion Merchandising and Retail Marketing students learn about the strategy and forecasting of buying for a retail outlet
Fitness Center with new Cybex equipment
Fresh baked pizza is a JWU Student favorite!
Future Wildcats at Homecoming!
Have a furry friend? We have a Pet-Friendly Communities Program
Hospitality students benefit from personal attention from their instructors
Hotel and Lodging Management students will complete an internship at an off-campus property.
If baking is your passion, JWU is the place for you
In the Student Dining Center, you can choose from a variety of meal options including action stations
Innovation Lab
Intro to Management students
JWU Charlotte is even more beautiful in the spring!
JWU Charlotte is in walking distance to all of the sports, events and cultural offerings in uptown Charlotte!
JWU chef instructors offer mentorship in an out of the classroom
JWU Wildcat Center Entrance
Lady Wildcats Basketball
Lady Wildcats Basketball
Lady Wildcats Volleyball
Lady Wildcats Volleyball
Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity adding spirit to the Homecoming Parade
Learning portion and cost control is a part of the beverage lab
Library located on Trade Street
Located in Cedar Hall North, our student dining center features high-quality, nutritious options, including vegan/vegetarian options
New World Cuisine students work on grilling techniques
On-campus living offers a safe, convenient place to live and learn at JWU!
Once you enter the Wildcat Center, you are greeted by friendly faces
Once you learn the basics, students can tap into their creative side
Passionate staff and faculty are here to help students along their journey
Precision is key
Presentation is an essential skill students work on
Residence halls are a just a short walk away from where classes are held
Science Lab
Shoot some hoops, take a workout class, or lift weights in the weight room
Small class sizes benefit JWU students
Small lab sizes means your professor is able to work individually with everyone
Stop in for a meal with friends or a quick bite between classes
Students
Students also learn to use Posi-Touch and other culinary software to enhance their kitchen skills
Students examine particles using blue light technology
Students get to experience the front of house and back of house operations
Students in Intro to Beverage Service earn their Serve Safe and TIPS certifications.
Students in the Wine & Mixology Lab learn how to make everything from martinis to mudslides
Students learn the methods and skills they will use in real world settings
Students love what they do
Students regularly hear from outside speakers, including angel investors, experienced start-up founders, successful alumni business owners and more
Students study color, scent, flavor profiles and more
Tableside service is another high level skill practiced in the Advanced Dining Room class
The Academic Greenspace is a great place to enjoy the beautiful Carolina weather.
The Dining Center is a great place to meet friends between classes
The fun continues even in the classroom
The JWU wildcat statue greets everyone entering the Wildcat Center
The mixology lab is set up as a real functioning bar
The Student Dining Center offers many meal plan options for on-campus residents and commuter students.
The Student Innovation Lab boasts a stock market ticker, a student favorite!
The Wildcat Center is home to Athletics, Student Involvement & Leadership and student organizations, the Wildcat Den and much more
The Wildcat Center is just a stone's throw away from the Bank of America Stadium, home to the Carolina Panthers
This could be you!
Trail
Visiting Chefs frequently give presentations in Hance Auditorium
Welcome
Welcome to Johnson and Wales Charlotte
Welcome to JWU Charlotte!
Wildcat Center Gymnasium
Wildcat Center Lobby
Wildcat Den- a great multipurpose area for studying or events
Wildcats Mens Basketball
Wildcats Mens Basketball
Window view
Wine cellar
Wine glasses
Wine Lab
You never know what will be happening day to day...maybe ice carving!
Yummy made to order options each day!