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Johnson & Wales University
To: Commuter Students

From: Off-Campus Student Services (OCSS)
Come to The Den and feel the love, ! To show our appreciation to you and all commuters, we're excited to announce our first ever Commuter Appreciation Week. Starting Monday, November 5 we hope you'll join us for an awesome lineup of events & activities.

Please review all information in this bulletin carefully, and best wishes for a great November!

Psst! There's still time to earn paws & be entered into the Fall Commuter Rewards Drawing. Prizes include: $100 Best Buy Gift Card, $25 JWU Bookstore Gift Card, and Movie Time Themed Gift Basket ($30 value).
Commuter Appreciation Week: Nov 5-9!
The following events will take place in The Den . Please refer to the JWU Events Calendar for the full schedule and additional details.
Monday

  • Spin to Win - Chances to win OCSS swag, 2-4pm.
  • DIY Aromatherapy Diffusers (ASK! Educators), 3:45-5:45pm.

Tuesday

  • DIY Mugs & Hot Chocolate, 9am until supplies end.
  • Donut Sale (Student Activists Supporting Sustainability), 10am-2pm.

Wednesday

  • Paw Straw Raffle (all day) - Pull a straw to get more paws on your Commuter Rewards Card.

Thursday

  • ECO Recycling Crafts, 1:30-3pm.
  • Car Care Information and Q&A Session w/ CS&S and Automotive Services, 4-5pm.

Friday

  • Minute to Win It Games, 1-3pm.
Food from Insomnia Cookies and Chipotle (while supplies last) - Information on day and time can be found on the Commuting Wildcats social media, events calendar, and our Involvement Network page.
Free Tall Hot or Iced Coffee at The Wildcat Cafรฉ (this week only) - You'll get either free with the purchase of a Knead donut. Just show your JWU ID with the commuter sticker to take advantage of this special promotion. Donโ€™t have a commuter sticker yet? Stop by The Den to pick one up.
JWU Info Tables - Reps from areas like Academic Success, the Library, JWU Global, Student Financial Services, Community Standards & Conduct, Panhellenic Council, and Energy Conservation Organization (ECO) will be on hand.

Visit one or more of these tables to be entered into a drawing to win a $75 Prize Pack (donated by the JWU Bookstore), or Beebop wireless headphones or Fitbit charge 2 (both items donated by Catering & Special Events). More visits = more entries!
Seasonal Car Maintenance
   Learn more about car care from the American Automobile Association (AAA).
Getting to and from classes can be stressful enough without car troubles getting in the way. Although we canโ€™t prevent car issues from happening, you can take a few proactive steps to maintain your car all year round.

Check out AAAโ€™s tips on car care and maintenance.
Student Events & Commuter Rewards
Don't have a Rewards Card? Pick one up at The Den & start earning paws to win cool prizes! Attend any of the below commuter activities to earn paws (10 paws = one raffle entry). Winners are selected at the end of each term and notified via JWU email.
Commuter Appreciation Week
๐Ÿ“ Monday-Friday, 11/5-9 @ The Den
Daily activities & promotions to show our appreciation for our commuters and off-campus students (refer to the events calendar for the daily schedule).
earn paws daily
Commuter Series: Eating Healthy on a Budget
๐Ÿ“ Tuesday, 11/27, 4-5pm @ The Den
College is busy enough without trying to learn how to cook healthy meals and snacks for yourself. Learn inexpensive and easy tips on how to eat healthy. Facilitated by ASK! Educators
earn 3 paws
Street Closings Due to Theater Shows
Plan your commute accordingly & use caution when walking through these areas.
Take note of PPAC's event schedule , and note the following dates when streets will be closed behind/around the venue as shows arrive and leave.

  • Wed-Thurs, Nov 7-8
  • Mon-Tues, Nov 26-27
Commuter Experience Survey
OCSS is interested in learning more about your experience as a commuter. Help us understand how we can help you by taking a few minutes to complete this survey.
Has it been smooth sailing or has there been roadblocks to your quest for success as a JWU student?

Provide your JWU email address at the end of this survey to be entered into a drawing for a $15 Starbucks gift card!
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Questions? Call OCSS at 401-598-4595 or email us at [email protected]
Find your Zen at The Den
When you're not in class, relax in your commuter lounge space!
Located on the corner of the Downcity Garage, 35 Richmond St, come in to enjoy the many amenities!

  • music & TVs
  • couches, tables & chairs
  • refrigerator, toaster oven, microwave & vending machines
  • phone chargers, computers & printer

Hours:

  • Monday-Thursday: 7am-6pm 
  • Friday: 9:30am-3:30pm 
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
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