GROW@WU Canvas Course
GROW@WU (Mandatory Virtual Program)
What is GROW@WU?
GROW@WU is a virtual summer program that assists students with their upcoming Waynesburg University experience. This course will help students prepare for the transition to college life and provide information about resources available to support our students academically and socially This is a virtual program located on your Canvas page Log into your myConnect homepage, click the Canvas icon and select the course GROW@WU to get started!
When should this course be completed?
To better equip students for the transition to college and life at Waynesburg University, we ask that you complete this course by the start of classes on August 26. Topics include: How to Succeed, Preparing for Your College Growth and Growing Outside of the Classroom.
Important Reminder to All Students
Medical Forms are PAST DUE! If you have not submitted your medical forms, insurance card or your information is incomplete, you will be hearing from our Health Services nurse soon. If you need to submit the forms, they are needed as soon as possible.
Medical Forms (Print, take to your doctor, and mail to Student Development by July 31)
Athletes - Athletic Training Medical Form- this form, in addition to the required Medical Forms listed above, is required for all new student athletes (Follow the electronic portal directions)
Resident Students - Your new student housing form will be available in THD (The Housing Director) under the Apps and Contracts Tab. Commuting Students - Your student contract and food service contract (if you signed up for a meal plan) will be available in the THD (The Housing Director) under the Apps and Contracts Tab
Arrival Dates and Times
Please carefully review the arrival dates and times for all new students. In addition, there is a new section on the website "New Student Resources" Please take the time to look at this important information pertaining to arrival, move-in day and the Welcome Days schedule
Fall student athletes or those involved in campus programs will be arriving on campus earlier than other new students. Those scheduled to arrive early will receive information from the coach or program director. All new students, even those who arrive on campus early, are required to attend Welcome Days August 22- 25 and participate in all Welcome Days activities throughout the weekend
New Student Check-In
All new students will be checking into campus on Thursday, August 22, beginning at 8:00 am11:00 am Commuting students will check in from 10:00 am - 11:00 am Upon arrival on campus, all students must complete the check-in process starting in the Stover Campus Center.
After you have completed the check-in process, you will proceed to your residence hall for move-in Once at your residence hall, there will be assistance to help unload your vehicle Once unloaded, you will be directed where to park
New Student Welcome Days
The Welcome Days for new students begins upon your arrival on Thursday, August 22 ALL new students (Residents & Commuters) are required to participate in Welcome Days activities throughout the weekend. You recently received an email that had the Welcome Days schedule link. Please review the schedule so you will be familiar with our plans for you the weekend prior to the beginning of classes.
Shuttle Transportation for Arriving Students
Students who plan to travel to and from campus via plane or bus can utilize the Grey Line, which provides transportation from the Pittsburgh International Airport and the Greyhound Bus Station (1 block from the train station) in Pittsburgh year round.
As an added convenience, WU supplements the Grey Line schedule with several studentoperated shuttles during peak days based on our academic calendar. Reservations for a WU shuttle need to be made five business days in advance to allow for the scheduling of student drivers. Campus shuttles only run with reservations in advance. Click here to view the shuttle schedule and to make reservations.
Mandatory Title IX Training
Waynesburg University is working with United Educators to provide all faculty, staff, students, investigators, hearing officers, and informal resolution facilitators with an annual training program on Title IX Regulations, which will go into effect on August 1, 2024. Among other things the program will outline the conduct that constitutes sex discrimination under Title IX, including the definition of “sex-based harassment,” and all applicable notification and information requirements the University must satisfy. We will be sending a follow-up notice with dates/times for the training at the start of the semester and look forward to your participation.
Academic Calendar
For your reference, here is the 2024-2025 Academic Calendar.
Information Technology News
For information regarding technology on campus, click here to see the ITS myConnect page, which includes the updated Student Internet Overview, a technology guide, discounts, and more! Or you can call the ITS Help Desk at 724-852-3413.
Mailing
For Resident Students ONLY
All resident students are assigned a mailbox on campus. Your mailbox number was provided (or will be provided) with your housing assignment.When sharing your address with family and friends, or when placing an online order, please use the following address as a sample:
Your Name
Waynesburg University Box # (please note – do not use P.O. Box) 51 West College Street Waynesburg, PA 15370
If you are expecting a package, please check your mailbox first. If it is small enough that it fits there, we will not notify you of its arrival. If the package will not fit in your mailbox, you will receive an email from either the mailroom or a staff member when it is ready for pick up. Do not come to the mailroom and ask for your package until you have received the email. Student ID is required for package pick up.
Waynesburg University mailroom does not accept deliveries from any delivery service other than the United States Postal Service (USPS), UPS, FedEX or DHL. Please do not place orders to be delivered from local delivery services.
