October 2025 Parent Newsletter

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Waynesburg University

Here to provide you insight, updates, and information on your student's experience at WU

DearParentorGuardian,

Happyfall!OctoberwillseeWUhitthemidpointofthefallsemester,andwiththatcomesmidtermexamsandFall BreakIhopeyouwillfindthismonth’snewsletterhelpfulandinformativeFallbreakwillbeheldfromOctober11-14, 2025.Classeswillnotmeetonthesedates.ClasseswillresumeonWednesday,October15,2025.Residencehallsand diningserviceswillremainopen Mid-termgradesaredueonMonday,October13,2025,bynoonandwillbeavailable forviewingthroughthestudent’sSelf-Serviceportal,locatedonmyConnect.

TheCenterforServiceLeadershipandCulturalDiversityandBelonginghasalocalservicetripplannedforfallbreak thatpartnerwith:TheGreeneCountyImmersionandTheGreeneCountyHabitatforHumanity.Pleaseencourageyour studenttofulfilltheWUMissionbyparticipatinginalife-changingservicetripYourstudentcanexploreallservice opportunitiesbyvisitingtheServiceTab,alsolocatedonmyConnectAsalways,weareheretosupportyourstudent andassistyouwithanyquestionsalongtheway.Pleasedonothesitatetocontactusat(724)852-3206.

Blessings, KelleyMHardie,AssistantVicePresidentofStudentDevelopment, DeanofStudents,andTitleIXCoordinator

Volleyball:

Thursday,October2 -vsFranciscannd Saturday,October4th-@Hiram Wednesday,October8th-vsSaintVincent Friday,October10th-vs@Thiel Wednesday:October15th-@Bethany Saturday,October18th-vsWestminster Wednesday,October22nd-@W&J Friday,October24-vsGeneva th Wednesday,October29-@Chatham th

Updates from the Dean October Athletics

Football:

Saturday,October4th-vsAllegheny

Saturday,October11th-@GroveCity

Saturday,October18 -vsGenevath SaturdayOctober25 -@Washington&Jeffersonth

Men’sSoccer:

Wednesday,October1st-@Allegheny

Men’s/Women’sCrossCountry Saturday,October18th-@AubreyShenkInvitational

Women’sGolf:

Monday,October6th@GroveCityFallInvitational Monday,October13th@PACFallChampionships Tuesday,October14-@PACFallChampionships th

Men’sGolf:

Monday,October6th-@WaynesburgFallInvitational Monday,October13-@PACFallChampionships th Monday,October14-@PACFallChampionships th

Women’sTennis:

Wednesday,October1st-@Geneva Saturday,October4th-vsCarlow Monday,October6-vsGroveCity th Friday,October10-vsWashingtonandJefferson th

Saturday,October4th-@Washington&Jefferson

Wednesday,October8th-vsThiel

Saturday,October11th-vsSaintVincent

WednesdayOctober15th-vsChatham

Saturday,October18th-@Franciscan

Wednesday,October21st-@Hiram

Saturday,October25th-@Geneva

Wednesday,October29 -vsGroveCityth

Women’sSoccer:

Wednesday,October1st-@Allegheny

Saturday,October4th-@Washington&Jefferson

Wednesday,October8th-vsThiel

Saturday,October11th-vsSaintVincent

Saturday,October18th-@Franciscan

Wednesday,October22nd-@Hiram

Saturday,October25 -@Genevath Wednesday,October29 -vsGroveCityth

We are excited to share that our 10th Annual Day of Giving (DOG) will take place on Thursday, November 6, 2025!

This year marks a major milestone 10 Years of Impact Over the past nine years, this initiative has raised more than $25 million through over 10,000 donations, fueling meaningful change across campus During this special year, we’ll highlight stories that showcase the real and lasting difference Day of Giving has made in the lives of our students and community Your support plays a vital role in this success We invite you to join us in celebrating and strengthening the Waynesburg experience for every student Together, we can make this 10th Day of Giving our most successful yet!

Thank you for all you do to support our students and University Watch for more information and exciting updates in the weeks ahead!

Although the academic year has just begun, it is not too early to think about the 20262027 Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA). The new application is available at www.studentaid.gov

QuestionsRegardingaStudent'sAccount,Bill,orRefund?

PleasecontacttheUniversity’sBusinessOfficeat724-852-3403,extension3298, orbusinessoffice@waynesburgedu

Need More Money?

Contact the Financial Aid Office at 724-852-3208 or finaid@waynesburg.edu to discuss your aid options. Don’t let money be the reason not to complete a Waynesburg University degree!

Pathways Center

The annual Business & Communication Job and Internship Fair was held on Wednesday, October 1, in Stover Campus Center

The Writing Center and Eberly Library are combining efforts to celebrate the American Library Association's Banned Books Week between Oct. 5-11. A Banned Books Week Celebration will be held Wednesday, October 8, in the library Waynesburg University students who are members of the WU Book Club worked with library staff to develop a Banned Books display in the library.

The Pathways Center team is hosting a weekly student-led study hall on Thursdays at 1 pm in Eberly Library All students are welcome This study hall is led by Pathways Center Intern and Senior Human Services Major Sekye Miles.

The annual Criminal Justice & Social Sciences Career Fair will be held on Wednesday, October 29, in Marisa Fieldhouse

As midterm grades are posted in mid-October, keep in mind that free Peer Tutoring and Writing Center appointments are available for students.

The Career Closet is open and available for student use! Through this resource, students have access to free professional clothing (to rent or to keep) In the first month of the semester, approximately 40 students utilized this campus resource.

Approximately 250 students attended the Waynesburg Experience Fair on September 18 in Johnson Commons. The goal of this event was to provide information about resources in an interactive way while also giving students the opportunity to connect with staff across campus.

Eight WU Business students were selected to participate in the Accounting & Finance Consortium Interview Day on September 18 These 8 students completed 26 combined interviews with 14 unique employers throughout the day-long event Click here to learn more.

Interested in regular updates from the Pathways Center? Follow us on Instagram at @wu pathways

2026 Housing Accommodations

The priority deadline for submitting requests for *new* Spring 2026 housing accommodation requests for health, mental health, or disability-related needs is Friday, November 15, at 5 p.m (Students may request accommodations at any point, but due to limited space on campus, the University cannot guarantee provision of accommodations requested after this date)

Any students who intends to request *new* housing accommodations for the Spring semester should refer to the University’s Housing Accommodation Policy and/or Assistance Animal Policy. It may also be helpful to initiate consultation with healthcare providers during the fall break.

Please direct any questions about housing accommodations to dso@waynesburgedu

"At Waynesburg University, we emphasize cooperative practices that foster interdisciplinary mentorship and academic support. Instructor of record Kimberly Wise, in collaboration with Jill Peth, Instructional and Electronic Services Librarian, developed The Hunt a multi-faceted research activity for HSC 105: Foundations of Health Science. This activity introduces students to essential research methods while highlighting the resources and services available through Eberly Library. By participating, students enhance their research literacy, deepen their engagement with academic resources, and build both the skills and confidence necessary for scholarly inquiry.

Additionally, the assignment is designed to help first-year students socialize by taking fun selfies and trying on professional attire from the Career Closet."

Waynesburg Chapel Schedule

WU Chapel is now at 1 p.m. on Tuesdays. WU Chapel offers a weekly opportunity to pause, reflect, worship, pray and be prayed for. No matter where you are in your faith journey or what your denominational preferences may be, our aim at Waynesburg University is to point you to Christ Jesus. All are welcome!

Tuesday, October 7th – Dr. Cornelius

Coleman, Head Football Coach

Tuesday, October 14th – NO CHAPEL – FALL

BREAK

·Tuesday, October 21st – Anthony Jarrell, University Chaplain

·Tuesday, October 29th – Anthony Jarrell, University Chaplain

You can also learn more by following us on Instagram or Facebook, along with listening to recorded Chapel messages on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

Anthony Jarrell ’13 returned to Waynesburg University as Chaplain, effective September 29, 2025. Chaplain Jarrell will provide spiritual leadership and pastoral care to students, faculty and staff, promoting a Christ-centered environment consistent with the mission and values of the University. He will also oversee chapel programming, support spiritual development initiatives, encourage faith integration across campus life and work to expand Waynesburg University’s outreach initiatives.

Fall 2025 Care Packages

Greetings from Waynesburg University’s 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 print the form 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: Fill out the online form: https://www.waynesburg.edu/campus-life/care-packages

No later than November 14, 2025

The packages will be available for students to pick up on December 1, 2025, in the Office of Student Engagement, Stover 307.

WaynesburgUniversityeducatesstudentstomakeconnectionsbetweenfaith,learningand servingsotheymightfaithfullytransformtheircommunitiesandtheworld AsaChristian comprehensiveUniversity,westrivetoinspireandchallengeeveryundergraduateandgraduate studenttoalifeofleadershipandpurposeforthegloryofGod.

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