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WU In A Nutshell - June 2026

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What’s New At WU?

Happy summer!

The purpose of this newsletter is to keep faculty and staff informed of upcoming campus events and cross-campus news; it is produced by The Administrative Staff Development Committee.

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Upcoming Campus Events

Division Updates

Tuition Remission

If you, your spouse or eligible dependent(s) are planning on taking classes during the 2026-2027 academic year (Summer 2026, Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027 Semester) and want to apply for tuition remission benefits from the University, the “Tuition Remission Application” is now available For your convenience, please use the following: https://waynesburguniversity.forms-db.com/view.php? id=101888

Please note that the application should be completed prior to the beginning of the scheduled class(es).

If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 724-852-3208.

The Yellow Jacket Summit: Growing in Mission and Community August 5, 2026 - 9am-4pm

The purpose of this conference is to further understand our mission, foster professional growth, enhance student support and encourage collaboration among colleagues. The schedule will include an opening and closing session, as well as workshops in the morning and afternoon.

9am - Welcome, GPAC

10a.m.-10:45a.m. - Workshop Session 1

11a.m.-11:45a.m. - Workshop Session 2

Noon-1p.m. - Lunch

1p.m.-1:45p.m. - Workshop Session 3

2pm-2:45pm - Workshop Session 4

3pm - Closing, GPAC

Register HEREhttps://waynesburguniversityforms-dbcom/viewphp?id=1687893

The Nursing Department

Nursing's first cohort of LPN-to-BSN hybrid accelerated program students started May 4 The new program offers anyone with an LPN license the opportunity to earn a BSN in 18 months through a hybrid format. The next cohort will begin on August 24. https://www.waynesburg.edu/academics/ departments/nursing-graduate-and-professional-studies/bachelors/nursing-lpn-bsn-program

Nursing held a pinning ceremony honoring the Class of 2026 BSN graduates. Family and friends filled Roberts Chapel to celebrate the graduates. https://www.waynesburg.edu/news/dept-nursing-holdsspring-pinning-ceremony-bsn-graduates

Division Updates

New Jacket Summer Orientation

New Jacket Summer Orientation, formally known as Seeds for Success, welcomes our new Yellow Jackets and families to WU! This experience is designed to help our new students feel informed, prepared, and excited for what’s ahead.

Save the datesFriday, June 12 Friday, July 17

�� Check-in begins: 11:30 AM

��Program starts: 12:30 PM

Families can arrive as early as 9:30 AM to visit campus offices like Financial Aid, Admissions, or the Business Office

This program is designed to help new students transition smoothly into college life by introducing them to:

Academic support services

Campus resources

Student life opportunities

Tips for a successful first year

The Pathways Center and Eberly Library Updates

The Pathways Center's new Graduate Assistant, Sydney Gilbert (WU Class of 2026), started on Monday, May 11. She will be working with our team until the end of the Summer 2027 term. Stop by to say hi or send her a welcome message!

Career Development and related services remain available to students and alumni throughout the summer. Requests can be referred to Sarah Bell.

The Pathways Center is hiring a part-time University Librarian as we prepare for Beth Boehm's retirement after 35 faithful years at Waynesburg If you know anyone who may be interested, please encourage them to apply at https://wwwwaynesburgedu/careers

Requests related to Disability Services should be directed to dso@waynesburgedu

Division Updates

Faculty and Staff Summer Service Opportunities

Greene County Drive-Up Food Distribution

The monthly event provides hundreds of individuals and families with at least 50lbs of food in pre-packaged boxes as well as fresh produce, bread, and other items from Sam's Club As a volunteer, you will assist with loading vehicles with food boxes, directing traffic, registering vehicles, and more Greene County Fairgrounds from 10:00 AM-12:30 PM: May 28, June 25, July 23, August 27

The Food Bank could also use assistance with pre-packing dry goods for the food boxes This is done on the Wednesday prior from 9 am-12 pm at the Greene County Fairgrounds: May 27, June 24, July 22, August 26

Stuff the Bus Date and Time TBD

Volunteers will be assigned to various tasks to help Greene County children gear-up for back-to-school!

Please check with your direct supervisor prior to signing-up to volunteer to ensure your respective office has coverage duringthat time

Service Release Time from regular work hours will be limited to a maximum of four hours per month or a total of five days per calendar year and will only be granted for projects sponsored or endorsed by Waynesburg University Service Release time may only be taken in half or whole day increments

Following are the procedures to be observed when applying for Service Project Release Time:

• A Time Off Request from regular work hours, must be submitted via the ADP payroll/timekeeping system The Service Release Time indicator, on the Time Off Request, should be selected when submitting the request

• The administrative staff member must have their Service Release Time request approved in the ADP system, by their immediate supervisor, prior to the requested date/time, so that primary responsibilities of the administrative staff member will be maintained for the efficient operation of the office/department

• The immediate supervisor of the administrative staff member is responsible for monitoring an employees’ Service Release Time usage and ensuring that it meets all policy requirements

• Union employees can volunteer if they utilize personal or vacation time

Questions regarding this policy may be directed to the Human Resources Office

If you have any questions regarding the service event, please contact the Center for Service Leadership at 724-852-3460 or by emailing Adrienne Tharp at atharp@waynesburgedu

CLICK HERE to Register - https://waynesburguniversity.forms-db.com/view.php?id=993570

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