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W&J recognizes students at annual Honors Convocation

April 22, 2024

Irwin ‘14 receives Milken Educator Award

Dr. Elizabeth MacLeod Walls named 14th President of Washington & Jefferson College

Engaged citizenship the theme of 7th annual Symposium on Democracy

Washington & Jefferson College will not recognize May 1 “National Decision Day” deadline

Academics

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W&J recognizes students at annual Honors Convocation

April 22, 2024

Spring blooms outside of the Technology Center on campus.

Conflict and Resolutions Studies Program partners with the Washington County Bar Association on community education programs

April 17, 2024

Photo of Old Main building with the lawn and trees in the foreground

Twenty-six students receive Magellan Projects for summer travel and research

April 15, 2024

A group of students and faculty standing in front of a wall posing for a group photo

Math students attend, present at international conference

March 27, 2024

Events

Spring blooms outside of the Olin Fine Arts Center on the campus of Washington & Jefferson College

Music Dept. to host spring choir and band concerts

April 18, 2024

W&J to present spring play April 11-13

April 11, 2024

A lively image capturing the joy and excitement of playful activities.

W&J’s Medley to conduct Washington Symphony March 16 and 17

March 12, 2024

Exterior of the Olin Fine Arts Center on W&J's campus

W&J’s Olin Theater to host Oscar-nominated short films screening

March 8, 2024

Athletics

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Rinehart recognized as PAC Newcomer of the Week

April 22, 2024

Bolinda honored as PAC Midfielder of the Week

April 22, 2024

Garth’s home run lifts Presidents past Pioneers

April 21, 2024

Strong fourth quarter helps Macalester pull away from W&J at CWPA Division III Championships

April 21, 2024

Campus Updates

W&J adds new mental health and wellness resources through innovative BeWell@W&J program

September 29, 2022

W&J’s Campus Buzzing with Electric Vehicle Chargers

November 1, 2021

Clark Family Library

August 9, 2021

Henry Memorial Gymnasium

August 9, 2021

Cooper Hall (formerly Beau Hall)

August 9, 2021

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In the News

Washington County residents can get tuition covered at Washington & Jefferson College | WPXI

April 5, 2024

“Once in a Lifetime”: Events scheduled throughout region for eclipse | Observer-Reporter

April 3, 2024

Oscar-nominated short films to be screened at W&J’s Olin Fine Arts Center | Observer-Reporter

March 7, 2024

Washington County: Opportunities and challenges | Observer-Reporter

March 6, 2024

W&J center hosting webinar on carbon capture | Observer-Reporter

March 4, 2024

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This past Saturday, admitted and deposited students experienced the excitement of their future college home during our signature event, Presidents Preview Day!

Thank you to everyone who joined us!

Congratulations to the outstanding students recognized at Washington & Jefferson Colleges annual Honors Convocation. Students were joined by faculty, staff, friends, and family at First Presbyterian Church to celebrate their exceptional accomplishments and hard work.

Congratulations to the 2024 Rule, Hughes, Murphy Award recipients: Joshua Chambers, Alma Dardari, Faith Fetsko, Megan Joyce, Maria Paluda, Andrew Plat, and Ethan Weismantle.

The James Rule (W&J Class of 1898), Howard Hughes (Class of 1911), and Robert Murphy (Class of 1906) Memorial Fund was established in 1987 through the bequest of an anonymous donor and provides an annual monetary award to select high-achieving sophomore students at W&J.

W&J Choir and Camerata Singers will perform at Church of the Covenant on Friday, April 19th at 7:30 p.m.

Congratulations to Eva Irwin ‘14, a child development and education graduate, on being honored with a 2023-24 Milken Educator Award along with a $25,000 cash prize. This prestigious recognition celebrates Evas exceptional dedication and innovative teaching approach.

Photo credits: Milken Family Foundation

Exciting news for Washington County residents!

Residents of Washington County, PA, who are enrolled at W&J in Fall 2024 will receive a current student Anica Donnan Rawnsley Scholarship! Eligible students will receive details in their financial aid package.

Questions? Email admission@washjeff.edu.

For more information visit: https://www.washjeff.edu/future-students/scholarships/anica-donnan-rawnsley-scholarship/

The W&J Communication Arts Department Presents: Incorruptible (A Dark Comedy About the Dark Ages) by Michael Hollinger

🗓️ April 11, 12 & 13, 2024
⏰ 7:30 p.m.
📍 The Olin Fine Arts Center at W&J
🎟️ Admission is Free
🎬 Directed by Dan Shaw

Admitted students: join us for Presidents Preview Day!

Experience your future college firsthand during Presidents Preview Day! Connect with classmates, meet faculty, staff, and current students, and enjoy games, prizes, and a cookout lunch.

📅 Date: Saturday, April 20, 2024
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
🔗 Register: connect.washjeff.edu/register/PreviewDay2024

W&J’s Department of Mathematics recently sponsored a trip to the National Joint Mathematics Meeting (JMM) in San Francisco, California, offering students the invaluable opportunity to attend and present at an international conference.

#PrezPride

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Academics

W&J recognizes students at annual Honors Convocation

Conflict and Resolutions Studies Program partners with the Washington County Bar Association on community education programs

Twenty-six students receive Magellan Projects for summer travel and research

Math students attend, present at international conference

Events

Music Dept. to host spring choir and band concerts

W&J to present spring play April 11-13

W&J’s Medley to conduct Washington Symphony March 16 and 17

W&J’s Olin Theater to host Oscar-nominated short films screening

Athletics

Rinehart recognized as PAC Newcomer of the Week

Bolinda honored as PAC Midfielder of the Week

Garth’s home run lifts Presidents past Pioneers

Strong fourth quarter helps Macalester pull away from W&J at CWPA Division III Championships

Campus Updates

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