Quick comedic monologues. Heartbreaking situations. Characters developing together. At first glance, Tom Griffin’s “The Boys Next Door,” seems to be a simple play, containing these three common character building methods. However, these methods developed characters rarely found on the stage: four mentally disabled men. The Waynesburg University Players are bringing this performance alive in the … Continue reading
With midterm elections finally upon us, new voices have registered to be heard in 2018. For freshman aerospace engineering major Luke Diel, the opportunity to vote in a midterm election is a great way to experience his first time voting. “I’m excited,” Diel said. “I think it’s a very important time in our country, especially … Continue reading
Melinda Walls didn’t always plan on a career in higher education. Originally, fashion merchandising was the intended path for the new Stover Chair for Entrepreneurial Leadership. “At the time I was an undergraduate I was [interested in fashion merchandising],” said Walls. “I like business and creativity, and that has persisted throughout my life.” The realization … Continue reading
Along with his responsibilities as the director of the Department of Public Safety at Waynesburg University, Mike Humiston has been the Yellow Jackets’ head baseball coach since 2006. When recruiting high school athletes, Humiston makes sure to stress a particular aspect of Waynesburg’s code of conduct. “We are an alcohol and drug-free campus,” Humiston said. … Continue reading
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is part two of a series that highlights diversity at Waynesburg University. Abolade Ezekiel Olagoke, associate professor of sociology, is no stranger to the subtle intricacies of different cultures. In fact, he said he thrives on learning them. His office is a hodgepodge of artifacts, books and flags; a tangled web … Continue reading
Last weekend, Waynesburg University students went to the Cornerstone Ministries Center for what the annual religious Kairos Retreat. Senior Bryce McGarvey, a biblical studies major with a focus on international missions, said that the word Kairos is a Greek word meaning “God’s time.” McGarvey first attended the retreat last year, and was a member of … Continue reading
The 2018 Waynesburg University fall play, “The Boys Next Door” is approaching, with opening night scheduled for Friday, Nov. 7. For the play’s director, Professor of Theatre Eddie Powers, the last few weeks of a production always have a lot going on. “Putting the finishing touches on the scenery, finding the costumes, securing the props…I … Continue reading
Ryan Smith, assistant director of student activities, works to ensure that students have an opportunity to take a step away from their studies and relax through organizing events. To accomplish this task, the members of the Student Activities Board are divided up into subcategories including music entertainment, common happenings, athletic fun and fitness. These categories … Continue reading
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is part one of a series that highlights diversity at Waynesburg University. When it comes to racial diversity, Waynesburg University certainly is not breaking any records, said Shari Payne, vice president for enrollment. “Waynesburg is obviously not a very diverse town,” Payne said. “Greene County is not a diverse county. That’s … Continue reading
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a synopsis of a recent topic trending in world or national news. 1. Pittsburgh Shooting Suspect Appears in Court Last Saturday, Robert Bowers walked into the Tree of Life synagogue in the Squirrel Hill section of Pittsburgh and murdered 11 congregates of the church. Earlier this week, Bowers appeared in … Continue reading
