Joseph Smeltzer

Students choosing service over relaxation after graduation

Just three days after final exams are complete and one day after seniors walk at graduation, approximately 70 Waynesburg University students will be starting their summer breaks by going on one of four service trips offered by the university. Two of the service trips will be held in the United States, with the other two … Continue reading

CEO to address students, faculty at commencement ceremony

The Keynote speaker for this year’s commencement ceremony, which takes place May 6, will be David Barensfeld, CEO of Ellwood Group INC, a group that specializes in “steelmaking and heavy metals,” according to its website. Barensfeld, who has been the President and CEO of Ellwood Group since 1983, was invited by President Douglas Lee after … Continue reading

Lucas-Hathaway awards presented to faculty

James Tanda retired from one career on a Friday and began another at the start of the next week. After spending 27 years in law enforcement, Tanda started teaching at Waynesburg University in 2013. Last Tuesday at the annual chapel service to commemorate Charter Day, Tanda, instructor of criminal justice and director of security management … Continue reading

Relay for Life increases goal to $16k

Waynesburg University will partner with the American Cancer Society for its annual “Mini Relay for Life” event Sunday, April 15, which will take place in Johnson Commons at 9 a.m. Kelly Hardie, assistant dean of student services, has coordinated the event for 13 of her 15 years working at Waynesburg. Last year, the goal of … Continue reading

Initiative begins to boost internet

To improve internet access in Pennsylvania’s rural areas, Gov. Tom Wolf unveiled the Office of Broadband Initiatives to supervise access to high-speed internet March 26. In addition, private companies could receive up to $35 million in financial incentives to expand broadband access. State Rep. Pam Snyder, D-50, said part of the funds will be provided … Continue reading

In opening conference games of the season, Jackets extend losing streak

After dropping two games against Thomas More, baseball is now in a 10 game slide

After the first four games of the season, Waynesburg University’s baseball team was unbeaten. Now, with two Presidents’ Athletic Conference contests complete, the Yellow Jackets are 4-10, with a pair of losses at Thomas More in Friday afternoon’s double-header adding to a now 10-game losing streak. The Saints, who finished second in the PAC with … Continue reading

Conor Lamb wins special election

Close call produces unofficial results; Lamb claims victory over Saccone

After months of campaigning, the special election for the 18th Congressional District has concluded. Barring unlikely circumstances, Lamb has unofficially claimed the district’s seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. A Democrat has not been elected in the 18th District since 2000. Mt. Lebanon native Conor Lamb, 33, unofficially beat Republican candidate Rick Saccone, 59, … Continue reading

Two-sport athlete receives accounting award

Throughout her time at Waynesburg University, senior public accounting major, Addy Knetzer has been known for her athletic achievements as a basketball player and a shot-put thrower in track and field. But, Knetzer has also excelled in the classroom, and Feb. 5 she was recognized as one of three students to win an Institute of Internal Auditors … Continue reading

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