This is our final newsletter of the summer. That means the start of fall classes are right around the corner Please read over this last edition thoroughly as it contains important information
We welcome you to review this Welcome Week guide to help prepare for orientation: New Student Welcome Guide 2026 by Waynesburg University - Issuu.
We are looking forward to seeing you very soon! Safe travels!
Blessings,
Kelley M. Hardie
Assistant Vice President to Student Development, Dean of Students & Title IX Coordinator 724-852-3461
khardie@waynesburgedu
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 ASAP)
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.
New Student Check-In
All new students will be checking into campus on Thursday, August 20, beginning at 8:00 am11:00 a.m. Commuting students will check in from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Upon arrival on campus, all students must complete the check-in process starting in the Stover Campus Center.
Resident Students:
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.
Commuter Students:
Once checked in proceed to the commuter lounge located on the 2 flood of stover for a commuet student meeting at 1:00 p.m.
New Jacket Orientation
The New Jacket Orientation (NJO) for new students begins upon your arrival on Thursday, August 20 ALL new students (Residents & Commuters) are required to participate in NJO activities throughout the weekend. You recently received an email that had the NJO schedule link. Please review the schedule so you will be familiar with our plans for you the weekend prior to the beginning of classes.
SCHEDULE
8:00 AM–11:00 AM ....................Check-in 3 Floor Stover rd
111:00 AM–1:00 PM ....................Light Lunch Chapel Parking Lot, all are welcome 12:00 PM–1:00 PM .....................Commuter Students Check-in 3 Floor Stover rd
4:30 PM–5:30 PM ......................Dinner with Sting 7:00PM WUau Johnson Commons
10:30 AM ..........................................Worship Service Roberts Chapel
11:00 AM–1:00 PM Brunch
1:00 PM–4:00 PM.......................Free Time
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20 FRIDAY, AUGUST 21 SUNDAY, AUGUST 23 SATURDAY, AUGUST 22
4:00 PM Where Do I Go Monday? (optional campus tour) meet in Johnson Commons
4:30 PM–6:30 PM Picnic Dinner with Organization and Church Fair Johnson Commons
7:00 PM .............................................Upper Room Student Led Worship Service Johnson Commons
Arrival Dates and Times
If you are a new student involved with a sport or organization that requires you to move-in early, please pay close attention to these new student arrival dates:
Football
Men’s and Women’s Soccer; Men’s and Women’s Cross Country; Women’s Golf; Cheerleading; Women’s Tennis; Volleyball; Esports
Bonner and Stover Scholars
New Resident Students (not a member of the organizations above )
New Commuter Students (not a member of the organizations above)
Sunday, August 16
Monday, August 17
Thursday, August 20 Thursday, August 20
Upon arrival, please visit the 3rd floor of the Stover Campus Center to check in.
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 New Jacket Orientation 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 New Jacket Orientation August 20- 23 and participate in all New Jacket Orientation activities throughout the weekend.
Incoming freshmen and their families are invited to join us via Microsoft Teams on Wednesdays at 6 pm for informational sessions with staff members across campus on topics related to next steps, orientation and more. Attend one session or attend them all. The scheduled topics and dates are listed in the schedule below.
The Countdown Begins... 15 days to New Jacket Orientation and Move In
Presenters
Pat Bristor
Aaron Sielski
If you missed any of the previous sessions or would like to view them again, click on the program title below.
Date
June 3
June 10
June 17
June 24
Program Title Presenters
Kelley Hardie
I Got Accepted...Now What?
Why am I in this class?: A closer look at course schedules What happens after class
Work It Out: Where to Turn When Struggling Academically- or Looking for a Campus Job!
July 1 Disability Services at WU: What Families Need to Know
July 8
July 15
July 22
July 29
How much? What Bill? From Forms to the Field: Your Athletics Checklist
WU Got Your Back: Health and Wellness on Campus
Wi-Find Your Way: Campus Technology Essentials
Pat Bristor
Bob Barnhart
Brian Carr
Pat Bristor
Adrienne Tharp
Anthony Jarrell
Sarah Bell
Sarah Feldberg
Tim Fusina
Kara Sontag
Nicole Snyder
Matt Stokan
Ed Sutter
Sherry Zak
Kylee Sargent
Financial Aid
If you want to discuss your financial aid options for the upcoming year, don’t hesitate to contact the office at 724-852-3208 or finaid@waynesburgedu In addition to the University’s payment plan, the Federal Parent PLUS Loan and Alternative/Private Loan options, we encourage all students to pursue outside scholarship opportunities at wwwfastwebcom, www.tuitionfundingsources.com, www.scholarshipowl.com and/or www.scholarships.com. Remember, the Financial Aid Office is here to help!
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.
Academic Calendar
For your reference, here is the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar.
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. Among other things, the program will outline the conduct that constitutes sex discrimination under Title IX. 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.
Ask Sting: The Official A.I. chatbot of Waynesburg University
Who is Sting?
Waynesburg University’s student communication tool- an Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) texting chatbot focused on student success! Sting’s mission is to involve students in the conversation, answering questions and helping to address any challenges they may face as a college student, on-demand 24/7
Sting serves as a resource for student questions and connects them to support services such as: academics, financial matters, student engagement, and overall, wellbeing.
Students who need to update their cell phone number with the university can do so by emailing Studentdevelopment@waynesburgedu
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
Fitness Center
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.- 5 p.m.
To avoid the line during checkin on August 20, you can register NOW for your key, by using this QR code
Effective August 24. The Fitness Center will be closed on all recognized holidays and university breaks (fall, winter, spring, etc.) and all days that campus is closed.
