12 support initiatives contributing to the long-term sustainable economic future of the area, • Expansions to Benedum Dining Hall as well as Eberly Library with the North and South Wings, • The addition of the Fitness Center in 2009, • Robert’s Chapel The University takes pride in these physical manifestations of its mission, and looks back with deep respect on its founding principles and past accomplishments. And yet, after 160 years, there is a sense on campus and among alumni that the real history of Waynesburg University lies elsewhere. The true history of the University is told in the life stories of its graduates who continue to carry with them that passion for making a positive difference that is the soul and the genius of Waynesburg University. The history of Waynesburg University lies in the future leadership exercised by its graduates. This history will be realized in the classrooms, schools, hospitals, offices, factories, courtrooms, churches, and families that will be touched and enlivened by the watchwords: Faith, Learning, Serving.
Government
The policy-making and governing body of the University is the Board of Trustees. On the basis of recommendations made by the President and his administrative staff, it charts a course for the development of the total program of the University and strives to provide essential funds. The charter of the University provides for 34 trustees, of whom 33 are elected for three-year terms. The president is an ex-officio member.
Accreditation
Waynesburg University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (1.267.384.5000). The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Waynesburg University is also accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, 333 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 171260333 (1.717.783.6788). The mission of the Pennsylvania Department of Education is to assist the General Assembly, the Governor, the Secretary of Education and Pennsylvania educators in providing for the maintenance and support of a thorough and efficient system in education. The education department is accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, 333 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333 (1.717.783-6788) and is an affiliate of the Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC). The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program has full approval status through the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. The baccalaureate degree in nursing, the master’s degree in nursing and the Doctor of Nursing Practice at Waynesburg University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, 1.202.887.6791. The Graduate and Professional Studies programs of Addiction Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs (CACREP), 1001 North Fairfax St., Suite 510, Alexandria, VA 22314; (1.703.535.5990). This specialized accrediting agency, recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, grants accredited