After 113 days between commencement and the first day of classes, Waynesburg University’s academic year began on Monday, Aug. 24. A day earlier, the class of 2030 participated in Matriculation, a tradition to celebrate and welcome new students to campus. Prior to that, new students moved in on Thursday, Aug. 20 while returnees moved in … Continue reading
An issue with Waynesburg University dining happened on students’ first day back. The BeeHive, the self-ordering food system on the second floor of Stover Campus Center, experienced technical problems with their kiosks and were forced to close until further notice. Not only did this happen on Aug. 24, the first day with students back, but … Continue reading
Rising senior won more than 100 matches and two PAC titles in just three years https://waynesburgsports.com/news/2026/6/15/mens-wrestling-waynesburg-mourns-the-passing-of-wrestling-standout-jessie-orbin.aspx by: Bobby Fox, Sports Information Director WAYNESBURG, Pa. (June 15) – It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of rising senior wrestler Jessie Orbin (Houston, Pa. / Chartiers-Houston) following a motorcycle accident this past weekend. “The Waynesburg … Continue reading
For Reagan Mittendorf, choosing Waynesburg University was about more than just continuing her soccer career— it was about finding a place where she could grow academically and personally while competing at a high level. “I chose Waynesburg because of the soccer program and the incredible forensic science program,” Mittendorf said. “There are not a lot … Continue reading
Ramsey Easterday, who was born and raised in Egg Harbor township, New Jersey is a senior Forensic Investigation major and Psychology minor. Believe it or not, this was not Ramsey’s first choice for her major before she arrived at Waynesburg University. “Before my senior year of high school, I wanted to be a teacher,” Easterday … Continue reading
We’ve all heard of the show “Shark Tank,” where entrepreneurs present their ideas to the sharks: Kevin O’Leary, Mark Cuban, Lori Greiner, Daymond John, and Barbara Corcoran—instead of the ABC network airing “Shark Tank,” Waynesburg University itself held one. Last month, the eHIVE and the Department of Business Administration collaborated to put together this event, … Continue reading
Waynesburg University’s Orange Week is an annual crowdfunding initiative sponsored by the Office of Institutional Advancement and Office of Donor Relations and Annual Giving. This year, more than $57,000 was raised through 460 donations for 18 departments, teams, programs and organizations, according to Donna Nypaver, director of donor relations and annual giving. Nypaver wrote that … Continue reading
On Saturday, April 25, at 7:30 p.m. in Roberts Chapel, the Waynesburg Department of Fine Arts will present the Music Program Spring Concert featuring the Symphonic Band and Lamplighters Choir. Waynesburg students, faculty, staff and the community are invited to experience the musical performance for free. The spring concert is a culminating production that will … Continue reading
As finals week approaches, Waynesburg University students will have the chance to take a break from studying and spend time with a special guest, Jasper, a certified therapy dog known for helping students relax during stressful or anxious times. Jasper, a nearly 8-year-old Dalmatian, will be on campus April 27 from 2-3:30 p.m. in the … Continue reading
Editor’s note: This article was initially featured in the April 16 print edition of The Yellow Jacket. Waynesburg University’s annual Baccalaureate and Commencement services are set to take place on May 3. Waynesburg University President Douglas G. Lee spoke about what Commencement means to him. “It’s a measurement of time in the life of the … Continue reading
