October 2026
Waynesburg University
PARENT NEWSLETTER Here to provide you insight, updates, and information on your student's experience at WU
Updates from the Dean
Dear Parent or Guardian,
Happy fall! October will see WU hit the midpoint of the fall semester, and with that comes midterm exams and Fall Break. I hope you will find this month’s newsletter helpful and informative. Fall break will be held from October 11-13, 2026. Classes will not meet on these dates. Classes will resume on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Residence halls and dining services will remain open. Mid-term grades are due on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, by noon and will be available for viewing through the student’s Self-Service portal, located on myConnect. 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
October 2026 Athletics Volleyball: Saturday, October 3rd - @ Grove City Wednesday, October 7th - @ Franciscan Friday, October 9th - @ Allegheny Saturday, October 17th - vs Westminster Wednesday, October 21st - vs Bethany Saturday, October 24th- vs Hiram (Sr. Day) Wednesday, October 28th- vs St. Vincent
Men’s/Women’s Cross Country Saturday, October 3rd- Homecoming 5K Saturday, October 17th - @ Aubrey Shenk Invitational Saturday, October 31st PAC Championships @ Youngstown
Women’s Golf: Monday, October 5th @ Grove City Fall Invitational Monday, October 12th @ PAC Fall Championships Tuesday, October 13th - @ PAC Fall Championships
Men’s Golf: Monday, October 12th - @ PAC Fall Championships Monday, October 13th - @ PAC Fall Championships
Women’s Tennis: Thursday, October 1st - vs Allegheny Saturday, October 3rd - @ St. Vincent Tuesday, October 6th - vs Geneva Thursday, October 8th - @ St. Francis Tuesday, October 13th - @ Westminster
Football: Saturday, October 3rd - vs St. Vincent Saturday, October 17th - @ Case Western Reserve Saturday, October 24th - vs Grove City Saturday October 31st - @ Hiram
Men’s Soccer: Saturday, October 3rd - vs Hiram Wednesday, October 7th - @ St. Vincent Saturday, October 10th - vs Allegheny Wednesday October 14th - @ St. Francis Saturday, October 17th - @ Thiel Wednesday, October 21st - vs Westminster Saturday, October 24th- vs Franciscan Wednesday, October 28th - @ Alfred
Women’s Soccer: Saturday, October 3rd - vs Hiram Tuesday, October 6th - @ St. Vincent Saturday, October 10th - vs Allegheny (Sr. Day) Wednesday, October 14th - @ St. Francis Saturday, October 17th - @ Thiel Tuesday, October 20th - vs Westminster Saturday, October 24th- vs Franciscan
Mark your calendars for November 5, 2026, as the Waynesburg University community comes together for our annual Day of Giving, a 24-hour event dedicated to supporting the programs, teams, departments and student organizations that enrich the WU experience. Day of Giving is an opportunity for parents, alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends to make a direct and immediate impact on the areas they care about most. From academic programs and athletic teams to student organizations and campus initiatives, every gift helps provide meaningful opportunities for WU students. We invite you to follow along at @waynesburguniversity and @waynesburgu, celebrate the impact being made across campus and consider supporting an area that has been meaningful to your student's Waynesburg experience. Whether it's $5 or $500, every gift makes a difference and strengthens our University community. Together, we can make WU Day of Giving 2026 our most impactful year yet!
2027-2028 FAFSA Now Available! Although the academic year has just begun, it is not too early to think about the 2027-2028 Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA). The new application is available at www.studentaid.gov
Questions Regarding a Student's Account, Bill, or Refund? Please contact the University’s Business Office at 724-852-3403, extension 3298, or businessoffice@waynesburg.edu.
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.
2026 - 2027 WAYNESBURG UNIVERSITY SHUTTLE SCHEDULE
TRANSPORTATION to WU Campus TO & FROM CAMPUS Shuttle Pick-up times/places:
(from Pittsburgh):
Airport ...................................................... 2 PM & 6 PM Greyhound/Amtrak Station ........... 2:30 PM & 6:30 PM
The Grey Line (public transportation) is a bus line that runs three times a day/365 days year between Clarksburg, West Virginia, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, stopping along the way. Walmart Supercenter, located a few miles from Campus, is one of these scheduled stops. More information can be found at busride.org
Dates: August 20, 22, 23 ........................................... (Move-in) September 7 .................................. Return (Labor Day) October 13........................................ Fall Break Return November 29 ......................... Return (Thanksgiving) January 10.............................. Spring Semester Begins March 7 ...................................... Spring Break Return March 29.................................................Return (Easter)
Arrive at at WU WU .................... .................... 3:30 3:30 PM PM & & 7:30 7:30 PM PM Arrive
In addition, Waynesburg University offers a supplemental shuttle service that will provide extra transportation for students during high-traffic events (holidays, breaks, etc.) to and from Pittsburgh
Shuttle to Pittsburgh
International Airport, the Greyhound (bus) or Amtrak (train) Stations in Pittsburgh.
$
Shuttle Fare
25 Each Way Reserve Shuttle Here
Reservations must be made at least 5 business days in advance. If your plans change after the reservation has been made, please call the Student Engagement office. Failure to notify us of a change in your plans will result in nonrefundable charges.
Pick-up at WU Campus ............ 6 AM & 1 PM Arrival times/places: Airport ..................................................... 7 AM & 2 PM Greyhound/Amtrak Station ............ 7:30 AM & 2:30 PM
Dates: September 4, 5 ............................... Holiday (Labor Day) October 9, 10 .................................................Fall Break November 23, 24 ...................... Holiday (Thanksgiving) December 10, 11, 12 ................... End of Fall Semester February 26, 27 ........................................ Spring Break March 25 ...............................................Holiday (Easter) April 29, 30 & May 1..................End of Spring Semester
Any questions?
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Contact Student Engagement
724-852-3399
Upcoming Events: SAB OCT
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Karaoke and Coffeebar
Bingo
Fright Night at Kennywood
(from WU Campus):
Harvestfest
For more information, check out the Student Activities Board on social media! or stop by the Student Engagment office, Stover 307
Alpha Lambda Delta is an honor society for students who have achieved academic excellence their first year or term of higher education.
Alpha Lambda Delta is an honor society for students who have achieved academic excellence their first year or term of higher education.
Congratulations to all inductees
Students had the opportunity to attend the Steelers game on 9/27
Pathways Center Updates The annual Business & Communication Job and Internship Fair was held on Thursday, September 24 in the Marsh Center. The Writing Center and Eberly Library are combining efforts to celebrate the American Library Association's Banned Books Week between Oct. 4-10. A Banned Books Week Celebration will be held Wednesday, October 7, in the library. The annual Criminal Justice & Social Sciences Career Fair will be held on Wednesday, October 28, 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 (Students can schedule using WCOnline). 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). 270 students attended the Waynesburg Experience & Service Fair on September 3 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 and local service organizations. Interested in regular updates from the Pathways Center? Follow us on Instagram at @wu_pathways.
A Space to Pause, Reset and Recharge
College life can be busy and sometimes overwhelming, which is why the library offers a Sensory Space for students to use throughout the year. This welcoming space provides students with a quiet place to step away from the busyness of campus, decompress after a long day, or take a moment to reset after a stressful class. The Sensory Space includes fidgets, calming activities, and other resources designed to help students relax and refocus. Students can use the space for a few minutes between classes, spend some quiet time unwinding, or simply enjoy a peaceful environment when they need a break. We encourage students to take advantage of this resource whenever they feel they need a moment to pause, breathe, and recharge. Sometimes, a little quiet time can make a big difference!
Waynesburg Chapel Schedule WU Chapel is 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 6th – Justin Myers, Pastor, The Foundry Church Tuesday, October 13th – NO CHAPEL – FALL BREAK Tuesday, October 20th – Testimony Tuesday Tuesday, October 27th – Testimony Tuesday You can also learn more by following us on Instagram or Facebook, along with listening to recorded Chapel messages on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
Campus Ministry recently hosted their annual Fall retreat with over 40 students attending. They enjoyed a great weekend of fun and making new friendships. Students are encouraged to stay up to date with future events and fun opportunities hosted by Campus Ministry.
Fall 2026 Care Packages Greetings from the 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 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 Cost is ONLY $35 Payment must be submitted no later than November 13, 2026 The packages will be available for students to pick up on November 30, 2026, 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.