Choir to travel to Romania to serve with orphanages

Waynesburg University’s Lamplighters Touring Choir took their service trip to Nashville, Tennessee last spring. Though the choir’s service trips usually stay in the U.S., their next service trip is planned for Romania. The Lamplighters will serve at an orphanage Caminul Felix. For ten days in May, though the exact dates have not been decided, students … Continue reading

‘This is The Voice’

Auditions hosted for the revamped singing competition

For the past 13 years, vocally gifted students have competed for first place at WU Idol. As of Sept. 5, Student Services brought WU Voice to campus for a new twist on an old tradition. Ryan Smith, assistant director of student services, says he looks forward to the change and thinks it will be an … Continue reading

University hires adjuncts as full time professors

This year brings seven new faculty members to Waynesburg University, each attributing their own sets of skills to the university and its students. One of those new professors, Michael Fisher tries to wear crazy-patterned socks every time he comes to work. “As an accountant, you have to do something to spice things up,” he said. … Continue reading

Lee travels globe for WU

During the summer of 2018, President Douglas Lee thought he might go to the beach. Instead, he went to Michigan, South Korea, France and California. While students were enjoying their summer, Lee said he was working to expand Waynesburg University’s reach and reputation across the globe. Lee said he was preparing for his family vacation … Continue reading

Admissions office reflects on goals for Class of 2022

Last Monday, 375 freshman students at Waynesburg University experienced their first college class. Most of the class of 2022 began their college lives four days earlier when freshmen orientation began Aug. 23. According to Admissions Counselor Kyle Digiandomenico, the class size fell short of its expected number, which was around 425 students. Despite not meeting … Continue reading

Updates made to Stover over summer

Several renovations have been made to Stover Center over the summer months, with a focus on a redecoration and reorganization of the Beehive on the second floor of the building. A small, raised platform has been built in the northwest corner, which will be used as a stage. According to Pat Bristor, associate dean of … Continue reading

RAs learn to balance new responsibilities

Life for college students can be a handful at times – especially for Resident Assistants in the dormitory buildings. But, the upside of being an RA is it provides a very rewarding experience for students who choose that path, according to Assistant Dean of Student Services Chris Hardie. The Residence life staff has made significant … Continue reading