Several years ago, Waynesburg University began to tackle the issue of recycling by placing some recycling bins in campus residence halls and in their buildings. Today, not much has changed. Since 2014, Janet Paladino, a professor of biology, has tried to fight for more recycling education on campus. She referenced the prior article and stated … Continue reading
“Waynesburg University rarely cancels classes.” These were the words of Stacey Brodak, vice president for Institutional Advancement and University Relations. The evening of Tuesday, Jan. 28, students hoped the sub-zero wind chill would lead to one of those rare class cancellations. At 7:36 p.m., however, they received an email from the Rev. James Tinnemeyer, dean … Continue reading
Educators and administrators watched with anticipation, as Governor Tom Wolf announced his first bid for the Pennsylvania budget plan for 2019-2020. Amidst the rest of the dollar signs and allocations, Wolf would announce the amount to be dedicated to the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, which provides grants to college students in need. To keep … Continue reading
As both assistant dean of Student Services and the head men’s and women’s cross country coach, Chris Hardie’s days are filled with multitasking. On a Thursday afternoon, in his office in the Stover Campus Center, he is surrounded by papers–printed maps of Pennsylvania, which he is now marking meticulously with an ink pen. Hardie is … Continue reading
Waynesburg University recently received a grant to begin implementing new eco-friendly fixtures to bathrooms in underclassmen dorms as a part of a new environmentally-conscious initiative aimed to reduce water consumption. Ryan Smith, assistant director of student activities, who has had a passion for environmental causes since high school, has been leading the transition to a … Continue reading
Last February the Black Student Union began their club to share experiences on a largely caucasian campus. Today, they want inclusivity and to fight against ignorance for the greater good. Chyanne Vanzant, junior international studies major and president of BSU, wants to see a change in the way students on campus view black culture. Vanzant … Continue reading
Waynesburg University has seen many plays performed at the Goodwin Performing Arts Center. While most were written by professional playwrights, some were created by students and faculty and performed as one act plays. Professor of Theatre Edward L. Powers and senior English major Rachael Crosbie have written many plays. Powers’ most recent performed creation was … Continue reading
Bryce McGarvey and Mandi Pascarella have been involved with Waynesburg University’s chapel Worship Team, which plays every Tuesday morning at Roberts Chapel, since early in their freshman years. Over time, they worked their way into leadership positions, with each running respective “teams” that rotate every week. This May, McGarvey, a senior biblical studies major, and … Continue reading
Every week, Tre Thomas, junior history major, walks into the Counseling Center on campus. The first time he went, he was nervous. He had never spoken with a counselor before. Now, walking in that room brings him comfort. Usually, he said he just checks if his counselor’s door is open, and he is invited in … Continue reading
Andrew Heisey, chairperson of the fine arts department and curator of the faculty art show, reflected on its substantial influence while standing in the midst of the alumni and faculty crafted pieces. “I like to do something like this, where the faculty can exhibit their work and students can see, ‘Hey, professors can do the … Continue reading
