PARENTNEWSLETTER Waynesburg University
Here to provide you insight, updates, and information on your student's experience at WU
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Updates from the Dean
Happy Fall! I hope your student had a relaxing fall break It is difficult to believe that we are mid-way through the fall semester Student Development remains committed to serving your student through a variety of opportunities to grow outside of the classroom
We had a very successful fall break service trip serving our local Greene County community, where students were able to volunteer with a variety of community organizations Please encourage your student to explore the Service Tab, located on myConnect, for additional information regarding service trip opportunities Our Student Activities Board offered many exciting events during Homecoming week and continues to offer both on and off-campus opportunities. Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Just a friendly reminder, residence halls/on-campus houses will close on Wednesday, November 27 at noon and re-open on Sunday, December 1 at noon for Thanksgiving Break. Classes resume on Monday, December 2.
Wishing you and your family a very blessed Thanksgiving Holiday! 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.
Blessings,
Kelley M Hardie, Assistant Vice President of Student Development, Dean of Students and, Title IX Coordinator
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!
Football:
Saturday, November 2 - Home vs Grove City
Saturday, November 9 - Home vs Thiel
Saturday, November 16 - @ Geneva
Women’s Basketball
Friday, November 8 - Home vs PittGreensburg
Tuesday, November 12 - @ Hood College
Friday, November 15 - Home vs Carlow
Monday, November 18th - Home vs Wooster
Wednesday November 20 - @ Grove City
Saturday, November 23 - @ Geneva
Tuesday, November 26 - Home vs Bethany
November Athletics
Wrestling
Saturday, November 2 - @ Ned McGinley Invitational
Saturday, November 9 - @ W&J Invitational
Sunday, November 17 - Home Duels
Saturday, November 23 - @ Penn Invitational
Cross Country
Saturday, November 2 - @ PAC Championship
Saturday, November 16 - @ NCAA MidAtlantic Regional
Volleyball:
Wednesday, November 6 - Home vs Grove City
Saturday, November 9 - @ Saint Vincent
Esports:
Friday,November1-vsLoyolaUniversity(Overwatch)
Monday,November4-vsRobertMorrisUniversity(Valorant)
Tuesday,November5-vsUniversityofWaterloo(SuperSmash)
Tuesday,November5-vsMilkwaukeeSchoolofEngineering(Valorant)
Wednesday,November6-vsCumberlandUniversity(RocketLeagueVarsity)
Wednesday,November6-LanderUniversity(Valorant)
Thursday,November7-Fortnite
Thursday,November7-vsEmory-RiddleAeronauticalUniversity(RocketLeagueVarsity)
Thursday,November7-vsRobertMorrisUniversity(RocketLeagueJV)
Friday,November8-vsEastStroudsburgUniversity(Overwatch)
Wednesday,November13-vsMountAloysiusCollege(RocketLeagueVarsity)
Thursday,November14-Fortnite
JV Men’s Basketball
Sunday, November 3 - Home vs Kingston
Academy Post-Grad
Monday, November 11 - Home vs Saint Vincent
Thursday, November 14 - Home vs Bethany
Sunday, November 24 - @ Davis & Elkins
Women’s Soccer
Saturday, November 2 - @ PAC Tournament Quarterfinal
Wednesday, November 6 - PAC Tournament Semifinal
Saturday, November 9 - PAC Tournament Fina
Women’s Wrestling
Sunday, November 3 - @ East Stroudsburg
Women’s Open
Sunday, November 24 - @ John Carroll
Men’s Basketball
Saturday, November 9 - @ Stevenson
Tuesday, November 12 - @ Pitt-Greensburg
Saturday, November 16 - Home vs Oberlin
Wednesday, November 20 - @ Grove City
Saturday, November 23 - @ Geneva
Tuesday, November 26 - Home vs Bethany
Saturday, November 30 - Home vs Carlow
PATHWAYS CENTER UPDATES
The Pathways Center team, in collaboration with Student Development and Athletics, has contacted each student with a D or F on their midterm reports. If needed, students are encouraged to connect with the Pathways Center (pathways@waynesburg.edu) for academic support as soon as possible
The Pathways Center is hosting a Scheduling Workshop on November 6 to help support students who are scheduling for the first time - and as a refresher for any student who needs it
More than 200 students attended the Criminal Justice and Social Sciences Job & Internship Fair on October 23. This event was hosted in collaboration with the Criminal Justice and Social Sciences Department, and nearly 50 employers were recruiting at the fair
The Writing Center concluded its annual Banned Books Contest at the end of October. The winning submission will be posted as the featured Buzz Words article this month. Eberly Library is seeking student feedback as we consider expanding our popular books collection Students are encouraged to stop by the library to participate in our featured poll and tell us what they enjoy reading!
Hurricane Helene Relief Trip
January 2-12, 2025
Cost: $450
All Hands and Hearts is an organization committed to effectively and efficiently addressing the immediate and long-term needs of global communities impacted by disasters All Hands and Hearts arrives early for first response and stays late to rebuild schools and homes in a disaster-resilient way. Many of us watched the destruction of Hurricane Helene and have felt a call to help. Join Waynesburg University and All Hands and Hearts on a relief trip January 2-12 in Asheville, North Carolina. Volunteers will be assisting teams on the ground in the Asheville region.
Space is limited. Anyone interested in participating will need to register here and pay a $100 nonrefundable deposit. The remaining $350 will need to be paid by Friday December 20. Cost covers all transportation, lodging, and food.
For more information or questions, please contact Adrienne Tharp at 724-852-3460 or atharp@waynesburg.edu
2025-2026 FAFSA
The 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be ready and available to students and families on December 1 this year. Go to www.studentaid.gov to complete yours! If you need help or have any questions, contact our Financial Aid Office at 724-852-3208 or finaid@waynesburg.edu
Stay informed about changes by opting into SMS message alerts, and take steps now to help you prepare to submit your form. Remember, your child needs to complete a FAFSA form every year they are enrolled in school to receive federal student aid.
Questions Regarding a Student's Account, Bill, or Refund?
Please contact the University’s Business Office at 724-852-3403, 724-852-3298, or businessoffice@waynesburgedu
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchest
Roberts Chapel
Tuesday, December 3, 2024 7:00 PM
Tickets: $25 General Admission
$15 for Children Age 12 and Under
Pre-Concert Holiday Village in Johnson Commons
5:00 – 6:30 PM
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UPCOMING 2025 FAITH, LEARNING, AND SERVICE TRIPS
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A ROCHA MARINE CONSERVATION
TITUSVILLE, FL
JANUARY 4 - 11 STUDENTS WILL GET HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE IN MARINE CONSERVATION, ECOLOGY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL ETHICS, THROUGH PLACEBASED SERVICE TO THE LOCAL COMMUNITY
COST: $1,300
spriing break
GETTYSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK
GETTYSBURG, PA
MARCH 1-8 STUDENTS WILL PRESERVE SITES ASSOCIATED WITH THE GETTYSBURG NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD HISTORY THROUGH A VARIETY OF HISTORIC ORGANIZATIONS
COST: $525
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
CONCORD, NC
MARCH 2-7 STUDENTS WILL ASSIST WITH BUILDING HOMES TO ADDRESS SUBSTANDARD HOUSING ISSUES IN NORTH CAROLINA
COST: $450
PRAYING PELICAN MISSIONS
- SOPHOMORE, JUNIOR, AND SENIOR NURSING STUDENTS ONLY NASSAU, BAHAMAS
MARCH 1-7 NURSING STUDENTS WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO PROVIDE FREE HEALTH ASSESSMENTS, SERVE IN NURSING HOMES, PRIMARY SCHOOLS, AND MORE WHILE IN NASSAU
COST: $2,100
PROJECT GROW
HATO MAYOR DEL REY, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
MARCH 1-8 STUDENTS WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE THROUGH MEETING GOD IN MISSIONS AND THE ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN FOR A BETTER FUTURE STUDENTS WILL PROVIDE HANDS-ON BUSINESS TRAINING AND HOLISTIC SERVICE IN A SMALL RURAL DOMINICAN VILLAGE
COST: $2,000
*ALL TRIP COSTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Germany, Italy & Switzerland Trip in May of 2025
Dr. Solomon will hold an informational meeting on Monday, November 4, at 3:00 pm in 301 Miller Hall on the Waynesburg University campus.
Contact Kelley Solomon for more information. ksolomon@waynesburg.edu
Fall 2024 Care Packages
Greetings from Waynesburg University Office of Student Engagement The fall semester is flying by and soon your son or daughter will be studying for semester exams. You can help relieve some of their stress by sending a Fall Care Package. And we can help you by putting the Care Package together. The link is now available for online ordering, or you can follow the instructions below and mail your order. Students who receive a Fall Care Package will receive a long sleeve T-shirt and a reusable WU Tote Bag filled with a variety of late night study snacks. Here is an example of what may be included:
Waynesburg YellowJackets
Fill out the online form: waynesburg.edu/carepackage No later than November 15, 2024
The packages will be available for students to pick up on December 2, 2024 in the Office of Student Engagement, Stover 307
For more information, visit www.waynesburg.edu or click here
Waynesburg University educates students to make connections between faith, learning and serving so they might faithfully transform their communities and the world. As a Christian comprehensive University, we strive to inspire and challenge every undergraduate and graduate student to a life of leadership and purpose for the glory of God.