President Lee previews Commencement, guest speakers

Editor’s note: This article was initially featured in the April 16 print edition of The Yellow Jacket. Waynesburg University’s annual Baccalaureate and Commencement services are set to take place on May 3.  Waynesburg University President Douglas G. Lee spoke about what Commencement means to him.  “It’s a measurement of time in the life of the … Continue reading

Senior Spotlight: Reagan Mittendorf

For Reagan Mittendorf, choosing Waynesburg University was about more than just continuing her soccer career— it was about finding a place where she could grow academically and personally while competing at a high level.  “I chose Waynesburg because of the soccer program and the incredible forensic science program,” Mittendorf said. “There are not a lot … Continue reading

Senior Spotlight: Ramsey Easterday

Ramsey Easterday, who was born and raised in Egg Harbor township, New Jersey is a senior Forensic Investigation major and Psychology minor. Believe it or not, this was not Ramsey’s first choice for her major before she arrived at Waynesburg University. “Before my senior year of high school, I wanted to be a teacher,” Easterday … Continue reading

WU students compete in “Shark Tank” competition

We’ve all heard of the show “Shark Tank,” where entrepreneurs present their ideas to the sharks: Kevin O’Leary, Mark Cuban, Lori Greiner, Daymond John, and Barbara Corcoran—instead of the ABC network airing “Shark Tank,” Waynesburg University itself held one.  Last month, the eHIVE and the Department of Business Administration collaborated to put together this event, … Continue reading

Waynesburg sees fundraising success in 2026’s Orange Week

Waynesburg University’s Orange Week is an annual crowdfunding initiative sponsored by the Office of Institutional Advancement and Office of Donor Relations and Annual Giving. This year, more than $57,000 was raised through 460 donations for 18 departments, teams, programs and organizations, according to Donna Nypaver, director of donor relations and annual giving.  Nypaver wrote that … Continue reading

Fine Arts to present spring concert Saturday

On Saturday, April 25, at 7:30 p.m. in Roberts Chapel, the Waynesburg Department of Fine Arts will present the Music Program Spring Concert featuring the Symphonic Band and Lamplighters Choir. Waynesburg students, faculty, staff and the community are invited to experience the musical performance for free. The spring concert is a culminating production that will … Continue reading

Therapy dog coming to campus

As finals week approaches, Waynesburg University students will have the chance to take a break from studying and spend time with a special guest, Jasper, a certified therapy dog known for helping students relax during stressful or anxious times. Jasper, a nearly 8-year-old Dalmatian, will be on campus April 27 from 2-3:30 p.m. in the … Continue reading

WCTV uploads special Charter Day series

With the celebration of Charter Day 2026 and the 176th anniversary of Waynesburg University’s charter, Waynesburg Community Television (WCTV) began uploading a special Charter Day series. The first episode is titled “The Preparation and History of Waynesburg Charter.” This special mini-series was produced and fully developed through COM 302 Television Studio Production. The purpose and … Continue reading

Waynesburg University celebrates 176th Charter Day

Waynesburg University celebrated its 176th Charter Day on Tuesday, March 24. The procession of Charter Day saw some familiar and unique faces.  This year’s events included the traditional Charter Day chicken lunch, prepared by Michelle Houston and the cafeteria workers of the Benedum Dining Hall. Once the lunch ended, the procession of Charter Day began. … Continue reading