Ways to eliminate ‘back to school’ stress

It’s the end of the second week of classes and the feelings of stress, anxiety and the fear of missing an assignment have returned, but there is no reason to panic. There are a few strategies and techniques you can utilize to limit the worries of returning to class. Organization and doing simple things like … Continue reading

In the News: Three headlines you need to know this week

North and South Carolina are now officially on Hurricane Dorian watch after the storm has already made its way through the Bahamas and briefly brushed Florida. Dorian hit the Carolina’s Thursday as thousands of residents were asked to evacuate. North Carolina is not new to dealing with storms. The state’s Climate Office says that it … Continue reading

Breaks from social media are necessary

It’s amazing how much a change of atmosphere for two weeks can change your attitude toward something. That happened to me last month when I went on my honeymoon, the first vacation I’ve had in three years. It’s not every day a Pennsylvanian such as I has the opportunity to spend a week and a … Continue reading

Editor grapples with legacy, finds silver lining

“Legacy — what is a legacy? It’s planting seeds in a garden you never get to see.” This is an excerpt from “The World Was Wide Enough” from Broadway’s hit musical, “Hamilton.” In the context of the scene in which this song is performed, Alexander Hamilton is taking a moment to sing as he seems … Continue reading

Remember those who nurtured you

This one is for my mom and dad. When I first entered Waynesburg University four years ago, I had specific goals in the Department of Communication. From maintaining a high GPA to taking on various leadership roles, I accomplished what I set out to do four years ago. Reflecting on these accomplishments, though, it’s clear … Continue reading

Utilize summer

Three months can be spent in a variety of ways

As April comes to a close and finals approaching, Waynesburg University students are preparing their summer plans. The three month break holds seemingly endless possibilities for students. The question is, what should students with their three months? Part-time jobs are a productive method to gain money for college bills and disposable income to relax and … Continue reading

Newspaper reveals the joy of writing

I absolutely despised writing when I arrived at Waynesburg University back in the fall of 2015. Who would think that four years later, I would be completing my fourth year as a contributor and staff member of The Yellow Jacket here at Waynesburg? If you would’ve told me out of high school that I would … Continue reading