Band performs ‘Music of the Southwest’

Waynesburg University’s band hosted its first concert of the 2017-18 school year in the Marsh Center, located underneath the Chapel, Wednesday, Oct. 11 at 5:15 p.m. Both the fall and mid-winter concerts are held in the Marsh Center with the audience encircling the band, composed of students, alumni, faculty and community members. The Christmas and Spring concerts are held upstairs in the Chapel, accompanied by the Lamplighters … Continue reading

Service Saturdays allow opportunity for volunteering

Service Saturdays are a relatively new addition to the service opportunities that Waynesburg University students have to choose from. Now in their second year of operation, the service opportunity has seen significant growth in student involvement from students now having a consistent option to do their service on weekends. According to Assistant Dean of Students … Continue reading

Past Waynesburg Idol winners reflect on experiences

The 2017 edition of Waynesburg Idol wrapped up Friday, Sept. 29, and freshman sports broadcasting/sports information major Jonah Phillip was crowned the winner. While Phillip and plenty of other new faces performed throughout the three-round competition, the past two WU Idol winners returned as well. For as long as she can remember, singing and performing … Continue reading

Students incorporate music and faith at Chapel each week

When Melanie Catana arrived at Waynesburg University, in 2009, the worship band at Tuesday Chapel was structured very differently. Catana, assistant professor of vocal music and director of choral music, said that when she came to Waynesburg, the band consisted of a few students chosen by the chaplain to put together some songs for the … Continue reading

Speakers address life, faith and service

Every Sunday night at 8 p.m., students around campus gather for a time of reflecting, connecting and renewing their spirits while praising God. Upper Room has been a cornerstone of Christian ministry on campus for years, and continues to draw in new visitors each and every week. The event has found a way of drawing … Continue reading

Young mother continues to pursue degree

It is said that being a mom is the hardest job in the world. It is 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with no holidays or sick days. In blatant terms, being a mom is a full-time job and then some.  Being a college student is considered one of the most stressful points … Continue reading

Miner receives doctoral degree in nursing education

For Laurel Miner, instructor of nursing, working toward her doctoral degree was not just about the certificate. It was not just about the title. It was about learning how to make a difference in her students’ lives and education. Miner, who began working toward her doctorate in 2014, completed her degree in education with a … Continue reading