You share something with more than 130,000 JWU alumni worldwide: a Wildcat spirit that’s helped you take on the world with confidence. Our alumni work in 117 industries across 131 countries. We want to hear from you.
From Culinary Nutrition to Computer Science, Hospitality Management to Health Science, your JWU education launched careers across 117 industries and 131 countries. Now you’re leading teams, building companies and shaping the industries you set out to join.
This is where your story continues.
Sandy Martins ’08: From Project Manager to Tech Leader
I knew I wanted to keep myself in the technology sector, but I wasn’t sure which path I wanted to go into next. I loved project management, it’s always going to be a passion of mine, but I wanted to move on to the next level. I wanted a leadership role, to have more responsibilities and really help drive decision making related to technology and operations. Sure enough, I manifested that job.
Sandy Martins ’08, director of information technology at Mentor and recipient of a 2025TECH10 Award
As a JWU alum, you have access to a range of benefits designed to support you long after graduation — career resources, mentoring opportunities, education discounts and more. Explore everything available to you as part of the JWU alumni community.
“I want to help you get to where you want to be — take me up on that. Research the company to see what opportunities are available at which locations, and send a thank you message — without using AI — after an interview.”
Alexa Giovanis ’17, University Relations recruiter at Compass Group USA
As an alum, you know the importance of student support. When you give to JWU, you choose the area that matters most to you — and make a life-changing impact.
“Hands-on, experiential learning that builds upon classroom instruction is crucial to preparing students for successful careers after JWU.”
—Houston Striggow ’79, co-founder of SusieCakes and College of Food Innovation & Technology Advisory Council member
An exclusive invitation-only event celebrating the transformative impact of philanthropy while showcasing our colleges and the vibrant student clubs and organizations that enrich the JWU experience across the university.
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 20266 p.m.–8 p.m.Culinary Arts Museum
Chancellor Mim L. Runey, LP.D., and President of the Charlotte Campus, Richard G. Mathieu, Ph.D., cordially invite guests to attend the exclusive, invitation-only Charlotte Epicurean Scholarship Society Dinner, featuring Chef Anthony Jones ’10, executive chef of Marcus DC.
Thursday, Oct. 29, 20266 p.m.–9 p.m.JWU Charlotte, University Events Center (UEC)
The Chancellor’s Dinner, hosted by Mim L. Runey, LP.D., Chancellor of Johnson & Wales University, is an exclusive, invitation-only event celebrating the transformative impact of philanthropy across the university.
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 20266 p.m.–9 p.m.Culinary Arts Museum
SEEM alumni are making an impact using their degrees across Rhode Island. Whether it’s planning detailed weddings or making sure game attendees have an unforgettable experience, these alumni are making RI their playgrounds.
For Johnson & Wales University alumni, graduation is not the end of the JWU experience. It is the beginning of a lifelong connection that can shape careers.
FIFA World Cup 2026 was a career-defining moment for three JWU alumni; one is the culinary nutritionist for US Soccer Federation, one is with the Rhode Island Sports Commission and the third worked for FIFA in fan operations at the Boston Stadium. Here are their stories.
