After every nationally reported violent incident on campuses across the United States, such as the recent University of North Carolina Charlotte shooting in April, where two students were killed and others injured, along with the rise of the #MeToo movement, there is an increased concern for safety on college campuses. Parents want to be sure … Continue reading
The Waynesburg University Student Activities Board will be holding an upcoming event with “all the pumpkins your heart could desire,” said Annalise Cardish, senior nursing major and president of the Student Activities Board. “Pumpkinfest” will be held Oct. 28 in Stover 301, 302 and 303. This event is free and all students at the university … Continue reading
Waynesburg University is currently accepting applications for the Founder’s Scholarship, which covers the costs of tuition and fees to a maximum of three high-achieving incoming freshman students. The scholarship first launched in the fall of 2018 and was considered to be largely successful in its initial debut, with dozens of impressive high school seniors requesting … Continue reading
Waynesburg University launched a new program this fall, and it is an online degree completion program offered to students. Jessica Sumpter, director of Online Programs, said the program is designed for students who are in a position in their life where living on or commuting to campus in order to receive an education is difficult. … Continue reading
The Yellow Jacket believes Greene County holds many events for people of all ages. With the weekend approaching, here are three events within the county that anyone can participate in. 1. Greene County Historical Society Harvest Festival The Greene County Historical Society is hosting its annual fundraiser for the 48th time. Attend the Harvest Festival … Continue reading
Food, football and fall: the three subjects that come to mind during Homecoming festivities. Saturday morning, Waynesburg University students and alumni alike came together to celebrate “Jacketfest,” the traditional Homecoming celebration before the big game. Different clubs around campus were represented in Johnson Commons with interactive booths. “I just love the rich history of the … Continue reading
Today, the Waynesburg University Symphonic Band holds its fall concert. The band, which is mostly non-major members, will start their performance at 5:15 p.m. in the Marsh Center on the lower floor of Roberts Chapel. Unlike other concerts, the band performs in the same place they practice. “I think inviting an audience into your rehearsal … Continue reading
Students across campus gathered in the Goodwin Performing Arts Center 8 p.m. Friday to watch the finale of this year’s WU’s Voice competition. The final seven singers each put on a unique performance to wow the audience. Although there were many talented competitors, some returning to the competition and some new to it, only … Continue reading
Waynesburg University is encouraging a new spirit of entrepreneurial leadership on campus. The term “entrepreneur” does not just apply to the business field, but calls for students to enter a certain mindset they can greatly benefit from in their lives. A new minor was introduced on the topic as well as changes to Fiat Lux … Continue reading
Nonprofits are tax-exempt by the Internal Revenue Service on money received for their organization because of the verified ways they are advancing the community or providing benefits educationally, religiously, scientifically or otherwise. Stacey Brodak, vice president for Institutional Advancement and University Relations said more universities than not have a nonprofit status due to their myriad … Continue reading
