Students returned from spring break to find some of the traditional residence halls received renovations. Thayer, Ray and Martin halls had their temporary dorms in the common areas removed to open up space for students to use. Other halls are receiving improvements as well. Pat Bristor, associate dean of students, said the Stover Campus Center renovations … Continue reading
What makes each Charter Day unique, said Waynesburg University President Douglas Lee, is the variety of speakers that visit each year to connect with the campus community. “The uniqueness of Charter Day lies in the array of guests that we have that are the speakers,” Lee said. “And this year, we have a really exceptional … Continue reading
Every semester, students gather in the Beehive for the Student Activities Board run event coffee house. At this gathering, coffee is served along with other treats, while a musician of SAB’s choice performs. SAB hosts four coffee houses a semester with different artists at each one. Students can either stay, grab coffee and a ticket … Continue reading
The students involved in the Waynesburg University symphonic band enjoy demonstrating their talents. Although they often have the chance to show that talent on campus, it’s rare for them to play with students from many other colleges in one large group. During the final weekend of spring break, four band students got the chance to … Continue reading
To end their college career, each student in Waynesburg University’s fine arts department is required to complete a capstone project in the form of an art showcase before graduation. It provides them with an opportunity to display the artwork they created in their time as a student. Alex Lawrence, senior art major and digital design minor, … Continue reading
Waynesburg University is home to 10 student dorms, five of which are underclassmen and the remaining being upperclassmen. Within those dorms, there are five Resident Directors overseeing activity and building connections with students. Lauren Bailey, Resident Director of South, East, West and Pollock, described her responsibilities as maintaining safety and comfort in the residences halls. … Continue reading
In an era surrounded by ever changing technology, colleges can struggle to keep up with advancements in order to best prepare their students. This can create a technology gap from college to real life, in turn reducing a student’s chances of employment. One department at Waynesburg University strives to make sure its students have the … Continue reading
For many college students, spring break means vacation, trips to the beach and sunshine. For others, spring break is simply a time to spend back home with family, away from the busy noise of the school week. However, members of sports teams and other groups at Waynesburg University who will be using spring break as … Continue reading
Ron Jesiolowski wakes up each morning in his Moon Township home, about an hour away from Waynesburg University. Some days he will drive down to the university to teach students drawing and watercolors. Others, he will teach adults at Sweetwater Center for the Arts in Sewickley. And on some other days, he will volunteer at … Continue reading
Grant Oliphant, current president of the Heinz Endowments, will be visiting Waynesburg University Thursday, March 14 at 11 a.m. in Alumni Hall. Oliphant will address students in a town hall-structured meeting where they will be able to ask questions about vocation, career paths and the role of college. Waynesburg University President Douglas G. Lee said … Continue reading
