Dave Hromada Jr., German Township police chief, was in the administrative office at Masontown’s magistrate’s office when Patrick Dowdell opened fire. “I heard gunshots first,” said Hromada, who was waiting for the start of preliminary hearings along with other officers. “Most of us were already there in the building because we had court with the … Continue reading
Upon entering into their first semester as a college, transitioning from a high school environment to a full-time student can be a difficult adjustment for them. This transition is typically harder on students who are originally from a much farther distance from campus than others and don’t have the option of going home every weekend … Continue reading
A partnership was recently created between the Community College of Beaver County and Waynesburg University that will allow the students who have earned their registered nursing license to earn their bachelor’s degree in nursing. CCBC, a community college located in Beaver County, is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc., for their … Continue reading
After decades of hope, the Washington Area Humane Society has finally raised enough money to turn its vision into a reality. The group will be constructing a new facility through the “New Home, New Hope” campaign. Kelly Proudfit, executive director, said the new building is coming into fruition thanks to several generous donors, in addition … Continue reading
When Tom DeGeorge, walks across the stage at commencement, he will officialy become the first official Ph.D. graduate in Waynesburg University’s history. DeGeorge has been working towards achieving his doctorate degree in Waynesburg’s counselor education and supervisor program on and off for the past 35 years. “I always wanted to go back and finish; never … Continue reading
For the past three years, Anthony Corkos has been the director and host of WU’s Line, Waynesburg University’s improvisation comedy show. According to Corkos, the show has been a part of Waynesburg for what he believes is going on eight or 10 years now. The show has seen many different changes since he inherited the … Continue reading
James D. Randolph, better known as “Fuzzy” Randolph, was a “quirky” individual who left a lasting impression on students and staff at Waynesburg, and just about to everyone he performed his signature bagpipes for. One of those people that were left with a lasting memory of Fuzzy was Andrew Heisey, chairperson for the fine arts … Continue reading
Greene Cuisine is a well-known event in Greene County, but after four years, a new face is in charge, and the plan is to keep the event going strong. The fifth annual Greene Cuisine fundraising event for United Way took place April 9 at the National Guard Readiness Center in Waynesburg. Many local restaurants were … Continue reading
Waynesburg University has been recognized for its creative excellence in marketing and communications in education in 2018 with two CUPPIE Awards. The awards, given by College and University Public Relations and Associated Professionals [CUPRAP], were a gold and a bronze CUPPIE. The university received its gold award for the production of the 2015-2016 Annual Report. … Continue reading
Parents and guardians of high school and middle school students in the Carmichaels Area School District received a letter March 13, informing them that students across the country were planning a nationwide walk-out. Most of the demonstrations were planned in honor of the 17 victims of the recent shooting at Parkland High School in Florida, … Continue reading
