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Updates from the Dean
Dear Parent or Guardian,
I hope you had a wonderful summer. Our faculty and staff at Waynesburg University have been very busy welcoming back all of our students for another great academic year! The university is off to an amazing start, and there are lots of great things happening on campus!
Student Engagement will be offering a variety of both on- and off-campus opportunities for the entire student body. They hosted their annual on-campus tye-dye and ice cream social and the ever-popular Bingo! Off-campus, students will have the opportunity to travel to the Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium, attend the hit musical Hamilton, and to go a Pittsburgh Pirate’s Game The Center for Service Leadership and Cultural Diversity and Belonging is offering domestic and international service trips for every break; fall, winter, spring and summer, connecting our mission of faith, learning and service! Please encourage your student to explore the Service Tab, located on myConnect, for additional information
As the Dean of Students, I am committed to helping your students grow in all areas of life outside the classroom! As always, we are here to support your student and assist you with any questions along the way. Please do not hesitate to contact us at (724) 852-3206.
Best wishes for an extraordinary Waynesburg Experience, and GO JACKETS!
Blessings,
Kelley M. Hardie, Dean of Students
SEPTEMBER ATHLETICS
Volleyball
Wednesday, September 4th - @ Muskingum
Thursday, September 12th - Home vs Bethany
Saturday, September 14th - @ Wooster
Saturday September 21st - @ Allegheny
Wednesday September 25th - Home vs Pitt-Greensburg
Saturday September 28th - @ Mount Alosyius
Monday September 30th - Home vs Penn State Shenango
Women’s Tennis
Sunday, September 1st - @ Penn State
Thursday, September 12th - Home vs Franciscan
Sunday, September 15th - @ Saint Vincent
Thursday, September 19th - Home vs Allegheny
Sunday September 22nd - Home vs La Roche
Tuesday September 24th - @ Carlow
Thursday September 26th - @ Westminister
Women’s Golf
Tuesday, September 3rd - @ Geneva
Tuesday, September 10th - @ Bison
Saturday, September 14th - @ Westminster Invitational
Monday September 23rd - @ Saint Vincent Invitational
Thursday September 26th - @ Grove City Invitational
Men’s Golf
Tuesday, September 3rd - @ Geneva
Tuesday, September 10th - @ Bison
Monday, September 16th - @ Saint Vincent
Friday, September 20th - @ Golden Eagles Invitational
Monday September 30th - Waynesburg Invitational
Esports
Saturday September 21st - TBA (Fortnite)
Monday September 23rd - TBA (Valorant)
Monday September 23rd - TBA (Smash)
Tuesday September 24th - TBA (Smash)
Tuesday September 24th - TBA (Valorant)
Wednesday September 25th - TBA (Rocket League)
Thursday September 26th - TBA (Rocket League)
Thursday September 26th - TBA (Fortnite)
Thursday September 26th - TBA (Overwatch)
Friday September 27th - TBA (Overwatch)
Saturday September 28th - TBA (Fornite)
Monday September 30th - TBA (Valorant)
Monday September 30th - TBA (Smash)
Men’s Soccer
Saturday, September 7th - @ La Roche Pittsburgh, Pa.
Wednesday, September 11th - Home vs Pitt-Greensburg
Saturday, September 14th - Home vs s Baldwin Wallace
Tuesday, September 17th - @ Carlow
Saturday September 21st - Home vs Lancaster Bible
Wednesday September 25th - Home vs Westminster
Saturday September 28th - @ Bethany
Women’s Soccer
Wednesday, September 4th - @ La Roche
Tuesday, September 10th - Home vs Pitt-Greensburg
Saturday, September 14th - Home vs s Baldwin Wallace
Tuesday, September 17th - @ Carlow
Thursday, September 19th - Home vs Glenville State
Saturday September 21st - Home vs Mount Aloysius
Wednesday September 25th - Home vs Westminster
Saturday September 28th - @ Bethany
Women’s Cross Country
Saturday, September 7th - @ PAC Preview Meet
Saturday, September 14th - @ Bethany Invitational
Saturday September 28th - Lock Haven Invitational
Men’s Cross Country
Saturday, September 7th - @ PAC Preview Meet
Saturday, September 14th - @ Bethany Invitational
Saturday September 28th - Lock Haven Invitational
Football
Saturday, September 7th - Home vs Case Western Reserve
Saturday, September 14th - @ Westminster
Saturday September 21st - Home vs Washington & Jefferson
Saturday September 28th - @ Saint Vincent
FAFSA CHANGES Coming in 2025-2026!
Although the academic year has just begun, it is not too early to be thinking about the 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The application should be available to students and families by December 1st So, plan accordingly and stay tuned for additional information in the future!
QuestionsRegardingaStudent'sAccount,Bill,orRefund?
PleasecontacttheUniversity’sBusinessOfficeat724-852-3403,724-852-3298, orbusinessoffice@waynesburg.edu.
Need More Money?
If you owe money on your bill, please stop by or contact the Financial Aid Office to discuss your aid options. Don’t let money be the reason not to complete your Waynesburg University degree!
Everbridge Emergency Notifications
The beginning of the Fall semester each year is the perfect time to register your cell phone or other contact information with Waynesburg University’s Everbridge Emergency Alert system. Registration is fast and simple and accessible through MyConnect on the main page.
Every student and employee with a “waynesburg.edu” address is automatically notified via email in the event of a crisis situation, weather emergency, or campus closure, etc. However, updating cell or home phone information ensures your student is immediately informed of an evolving incident through phone calls and SMS text messages as well.
This is just one of the many ways Waynesburg University’s security operations works hard to keep its Campus Community safe
Any questions about Waynesburg‘s Security Operations or Emergency Management can be directed to Tim Gilbert, director, or the Department of Public Safety, at tgilbert@waynesburgedu
Pathways Center
The Pathway Center is currently under construction on the bottom floor of Eberly Library! All services will continue to be offered, and offices have been relocated to the 1st and 2nd floor of the building. The updated Center is set to open in the spring.
Work Study applications are open on Handshake. Students who qualify for federal work study and are interested in applying can do so now!
The University's Career Closet will reopen following the Labor Day holiday Through this resource, students have access to free professional clothing throughout the academic year.
On Thursday, September 19 in Marisa Fieldhouse, the Pathways Center is hosting a Waynesburg Experience Fair where students will have the opportunity to learn about WU resources, build skills, and engage in hands-on activities.
The Accounting & Finance Consortium Interview Day will also take place on September 19 Interested Business students (sophomore level and up) should apply for an interview timeslot by Friday, August 30. Students who are selected for interviews will be notified via email.
The Business & Communication Career Fair will take place on Wednesday, September 25 in Stover Campus Center.
Questions? Contact the Pathways Center at pathways@waynesburgedu or the Disability Services Coordinator at dso@waynesburgedu
2024 Day of Giving
Save the Date! November 14, 2024
The Institutional Advancement Team is excited to announce our 2024 Day of Giving, which will take place on Thursday, November 14, 2024. This special day is dedicated to supporting the Waynesburg community and enhancing the educational experiences of our students.
Please mark your calendar to support your student’s favorite department, program or team. Stay tuned for more details on how you can make an impact on Waynesburg University.
Thank you for your dedication and support!
Fall 2024 WU Chapel Schedule and Speakers:
Tuesday, September 3rd – Mr Josh Sumpter, University Chaplain
Tuesday, September 10th – Rev Jacob Judy, West Alexander UMC
Tuesday, September 17th – President Douglas G. Lee, Waynesburg University
Tuesday, September 24th – Rev. Dr. Derek Davenport, Sewickley Presbyterian Church
Please note the NEW time change to 1 PM on Tuesdays
You can also learn more by following us on Instagram or Facebook, along with listening to recorded Chapel messages on Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Paul R. Stewart Museum
The Paul R. Stewart Museum is creating exhibits for Women's Sports as well as Baseball & Football Championship Seasons.
Material is being collected for a Student Theater productions exhibit
Anamarie Lipinski [2024], Stewart Museum intern is enrolled in Johns Hopkins graduate program in Public History & Mueseums.She is currently employed as an archivist with the Washington County Pennsylvania Historical Society and Museum. Michael McCready [2026] during the summer interned with the Pennsylvania History and Museum department's Bushy Run Battlefield Park and Museum.
