Waynesburg University’s 2017-2018 academic school year officially began Thursday, Aug. 24, with the University’s annual Matriculation Ceremony. President Douglas G. Lee and other University leaders welcomed the freshman class at the 2 p.m. ceremony in Roberts Chapel.
“Today you become a member of a University and institution that is nationally recognized for value, scholarship, service learning and faith, and the ability to prepare its graduates for their futures,” said Waynesburg University President Douglas G. Lee.
Lee shared with the freshman class the importance of perseverance. He encouraged them to practice perseverance and to understand that they will not travel alone on their journey because the entire University community will be with them.
During the ceremony, the names of matriculating students were announced by Lanny Frattare, assistant professor of communication and former voice of the Pittsburgh Pirates, and Doug Wilson, lecturer of communication.
Matriculation marks the beginning of an eventful weekend organized to introduce freshmen to their new home at Waynesburg University. The incoming class will meet with faculty, participate in activities that allow them to meet other new students and attend numerous informational meetings.
“The entire campus community has been anxiously awaiting the arrival of the new students,” said Jackie Palko, director of admissions. “Now that they have arrived, we get to look forward to how a Waynesburg education will change their lives!”
The University welcomed more than 450 students, representing 59 different majors and academic areas of interest and 22 states, including Alaska, California and Florida.
Freshmen moved into their residence halls Thursday, Aug. 24. Upperclassmen will move into residence halls Saturday, Aug. 26, and classes will begin Monday, Aug. 28.
Founded in 1849 by the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Waynesburg University is located on a traditional campus in the hills of southwestern Pennsylvania, with three additional sites located in the Pittsburgh region. The University is one of only 21 Bonner Scholar schools in the country, offering local, regional and international opportunities to touch the lives of others through service.
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Ashley Wise, Director of University Relations
724-852-7675 or awise@waynesburg.edu
