JWU Providence Campus Safety & Security

Congratulations to Captain John Sexton (not pictured) and Officers Paul Coughlin and Steven Barrett on an incredible 35 years of dedicated service to Johnson & Wales University! Your commitment, professionalism, and years of service have made a lasting impact on the university community. Thank you for all you do, and congratulations on this remarkable milestone!

Another successful JWU Commencement in the books! Congratulations to all the 2026 Graduates 🎓🐾

Tomorrow we will lay Lt. Darrell Johnston to rest. For those who knew him, if you would like to attend the funeral, below are the details:

The service will be held Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10 am at the First Congregational Church (Old town Church, 675 Old Post Road North Attleboro, MA) immediately followed by interment of the ashes at Mount Hope cemetery (565 Mount Hope Street ~ North Attleboro, MA 02761).

An informal collation (reception) will then be held back at the event hall at the church for all to gather and reminisce among friends, family and coworkers.

Darrell Johnston Obituary January 5, 2026 - Dyer-Lake Funeral Home and Cremation Services View Darrell Johnston's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Wildcats, over the weekend, CS&S learned that seven students from another college in the Providence area were treated with Narcan due to overdosing on drugs reportedly laced with Fentanyl. The students are fortunate that first responders were able to quickly treat them with Narcan! CS&S would like to take this opportunity to remind students to make good choices and to look out for each other.

If you or any students that you know consume illegal narcotics, please seek support or encourage them to seek help and support from university or local resources.

In addition, local authorities continue to see an increase in fentanyl in the region’s illicit drug supply. While we encourage our community not to use illegal and illicit drugs, our priority is your safety and well-being.

Know the Signs of an Overdose

Slow, shallow, or stopped breathing
Gurgling or unusual noises
Very pale skin
Blue or gray lips and fingernails
If you suspect an overdose, call 911 immediately. Rhode Island’s Good Samaritan Law and JWU’s Call for Help policy protects people who call for help during an overdose event.

Steps for Safety & Harm Reduction

Carry Naloxone (Narcan).
Naloxone can reverse an opioid overdose and is available without a prescription at pharmacies across Rhode Island and offered for free by several community organizations.

Avoid using alone.
Having someone nearby increases the chance that help can be provided quickly. The Never Use Alone hotline: 1-800-484-3731, provides someone who will stay on the line and contact responders if needed.

Use Fentanyl Test Strips (FTS).
FTS are legal in Rhode Island and can detect certain types of fentanyl. While no drug use is completely safe, testing your supply can help those who choose to use make informed choices, including using a smaller “test” dose.

Support Is Available
If you or someone you know is struggling, treatment, recovery, and support services are available both on campus and in the local community. Reaching out is a sign of strength, and we’re here to help you stay safe.

📘 Finals Week is here, Wildcats!

You’ve worked hard all semester—now it’s time to show what you know. Remember to take breaks, stay hydrated, get some sleep, and lean on the resources around you. You’ve got this, and we’re cheering you on every step of the way. Good luck on your exams!

The holiday season is here, and online shopping carts are overflowing like a festive avalanche. Meanwhile, the Grinch lurks, waiting for the perfect moment to swipe your identity, your packages, and your holiday cheer. Don’t let the Grinch launch his ultimate holiday heist, stay one step ahead with these online shopping and package safety tips!

The Department of Campus Safety & Security wishes all our Wildcats a warm, safe and happy Thanksgiving!

CS&S wishes you a safe, warm and Happy Thanksgiving!

Wildcats, make good mutual choices when engaging in sexual activities. Remember that consent must be clear, unambiguous and a voluntary agreement between participants to engage in specific sexual activity. Consent is active, not passive, and is given by a clear and sober "YES."

For more information on the University's Consent Campaign click on the link below:

https://health.jwu.edu/providence/providence-consent-initiative.html