For Mary Cummings, senior vice president of graduate programs, her career in higher education was a way to give back – to serve and inspire others after a successful corporate career. Education has been Cummings’ chance to mentor and teach leadership. “My corporate career—that was one career. This is what I call my ‘encore’ giving … Continue reading
Waynesburg University’s Study Abroad Program has sent students to several countries. For 2018, Waynesburg has expanded their program by adding partnerships with International Studies Abroad (ISA) and Institute for Study Abroad (IFSA)-Butler University. Each partnership was looked at by Sarah Bell, academic coordinator, and established after first brought to the table by students. Students must … Continue reading
Staff members from The Yellow Jacket newspaper traveled to Point Park University over spring break to accept nine Society of Professional Journalists Mark of Excellence awards. The awards were presented by the Society of Professional Journalists. The Yellow Jacket is a part of Region Four, which covers four different states including western Pennsylvania, Ohio, West … Continue reading
After six years, Russ Schneider is leaving Waynesburg University to continue his career with an exciting new job opportunity on the opposite side of Pennsylvania. Schneider has accepted a position with Cairn University, formerly Philadelphia Biblical University, a small bible school outside of Philadelphia. He will become the new Director of Community Life, a job … Continue reading
Charter Day is one of the most prevalent days on Waynesburg University’s campus each year. The week of Charter Day started with several different events that connect to Waynesburg’s mission of service. Mary Fox from the Office of Institutional Advancement got in touch with Kelly Hardie, assistant dean of students, to help plan the Day … Continue reading
For over half a decade, the Waynesburg University Criminal Justice Department has used simulators, courtesy of Laser Shot. This past Tuesday, the university held a press conference to announce and demonstrate its new Laser Shot Firearm Training Simulator. Before the simulation began, Vice President for Institutional Advancement and University Relations Stacey Brodak introduced the night’s … Continue reading
Students returned after spring break to Waynesburg University to find a pleasant surprise. During the break, Information Technology Services [ITS] finished replacing computers in several computer labs across campus. Among Eberly Library, Hanna, Stewart and Buhl halls, computer labs had their technology completely revamped with new HP Windows 10 computers, along with additional applications. The … Continue reading
“I misinterpreted one of the rules for better or for worse.” This thought went through junior political science major and current candidate for Student Senate President Olivia Schultz-Falandes’ mind when she realized her “creative campaign strategy” was, unknowingly, according to her, in direct violation of Senate rules regarding her campaign advertisements. Schultz-Falandes walked door-to-door and … Continue reading
To satisfy the high number of incoming students for the 2018-19 school year, the housing constraints at Waynesburg University are shifting to increase the number of suite-style triple and quad rooms. Specifically, according to Director of Housing Matt Pioch, the new restraints will mainly be impacting female students, as there will only be a projected … Continue reading
The Students Activities Board (SAB) is hosting the year’s Spring Formal danc eat the Lakeside Party Center in Uniontown, Pennsylvania Friday, April 6. “Students can go and enjoy themselves,” said Associate Dean of Students Pat Bristor. “They can go and hang out with their friends for the night and have a lot of fun.” “It’s … Continue reading
