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Welcome, spring break! The
Prayer Requests
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Division Updates
The Pathways Center
Here are a few updates from the Pathways team for March:
The Student Stoplight Survey conducted in February had a 65% faculty response rate, leading to the identification of 216 "yellow" students and 131 "red." Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey through MUM!
The Pathways Weekly Professional Showcase Series continues this month with the following employers:
March 11: Blueprints & Pittsburgh Fellows
March 18: New York Life & Giant Eagle
March 25: Gaiser Center & Army National Guard
Resume Madness will be in progress throughout the month of March and results for competing will be posted in Pathways and around campus each week
Future Professionals Day was held on February 19! At this event:
89 students participated in Mock Interviews (featuring 23 guest interviewers)
56 students registered for the Etiquette Luncheon
31 students received a Professional Headshot
More than 45 students participated in featured workshops and pop-in sessions.
Thank you to the faculty, staff, and students who led sessions, encouraged students to participate, volunteered as back-up interviewers, and supported this event: Mindy Walls, Kayla Green, Marie Leichliter-Krause, Kim Wise, Tim Gilbert, Brian Carr, Dave Floyd, Haley Berry, Aaron Sielski, Sam Pete, Katlin Denny, Jill Peth, Trey Lee, Madie Cicero, Sekye Miles, Andrew Price, Meredith Allen (+ the WU Design Club), and the Dining Services, Facilities, and Security teams This event was truly a team effort
Game Nights @ the library
Friday, March 20
Friday, April 17
Starts at 6 pm Students, faculty, and staff are welcome at the library after hours to enjoy board games and free food! Bring a friend or make new ones!
Contact Jill Peth for more info.
Division Updates
Orange Week 2026: Making a Meaningful Difference Together
We are excited to once again share a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on the everyday lives of our Waynesburg students. Orange Week, our annual crowdfunding event supporting academic departments, athletic teams, and programs, will take place March 13–20, 2026
During Orange Week, each participating department, team, or program will identify a specific item or need, such as new equipment, a meaningful experience, or a conference, and ask for your support to help achieve that goal Your contributions directly expand resources and ensure that every program has the tools necessary to succeed
More than meeting immediate needs, your generosity strengthens our campus community and creates lasting opportunities for our students We will share more details in the coming weeks, including how you can get involved and support the causes that matter most to you
Thank you for being an essential part of Orange Week’s success and for helping make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.
Division Updates
Resident Mentors of the Month!
Our January female Resident Mentor of the month is Hannah Church of West Hall! Hannah is a Junior, Youth and Children’s Ministry Major with a Minor in Child Psychology.
What has been the highlight of your experience as a Resident Mentor so far?
“The highlight of my experience so far has been realizing that my presence actually matters Seeing residents open up, grow more confident, and feel at home, and just getting to play a small part in that”
Our January male Resident Mentor of the month is Makai’o Nihipali-Sanchez of Thayer Hall! Makai’o is a Sophomore, Forensic Accounting Major.
What are you looking forward to most this semester?
“I’m looking forward to seeing some of my friends graduate this year I have some close friends who are currently seniors and I’m excited to see them walk at graduation after all their hard work, dedication, and accomplishments during their time here at Waynesburg University”
