Remembering W&J’s 10th President Howard J. Burnett
Since the Howard J. Burnett Center was dedicated in 2001, hundreds of W&J students have passed through its doors, if not for a class then to attend a special lecture, record a show in the College’s radio station, or study in a computer lab. But few of those students had the chance to meet its…
Driven to be the best: Harley Moyer '18 leads cross country program to success
Harley Moyer ’18 began running because he relished the winning aspect of the sport. The competition drove him to accomplish one goal and then attack another. During his career as a W&J President, Moyer won often, on and off the course. “Originally, I liked to win, I liked to be good at what I did,…
With renovations complete, W&J rededicates College library
This spring, the College’s library underwent exterior renovations to match the updated interior that was completed in Fall 2018. As with many capital projects, the improvements came at no cost to W&J students. The library renovation was supported by Richard ’68 and Angela Clark, with contributions from other generous donors to the College. A dedication…
Partnership programs create paths for post-graduate education
W&J students have a history of success when continuing their education beyond an undergraduate degree. The College continues to facilitate partnerships with other institutions of higher education that help pave the way for students to pursue the advanced study of their choice. In an effort to provide an affordable option for students seeking a graduate…
Field hockey earns first NCAA tournament win
Class. Character. Success. The three tenets of the W&J field hockey program established by head coach Jomara Coghlan have proven to be a successful formula. Since Coghlan arrived at W&J in 2007, the team has never had a losing season. The program has won at a 68 percent clip (155-73) over the last 12 years…
Q&A with Nadia Mills '07, Founder & CEO of Luus Muus Family Center
Nadia Mills ’07 is the founder and CEO of Luus Muus (Loose Moose) Family Center in Egg, Switzerland. Born in Cork, Ireland, to a Swiss mother and an Irish father, Nadia was raised in a bilingual household near San Francisco. She completed her undergraduate degree at Washington & Jefferson College in child development and elementary education before…
A W&J Hallmark: Excellence in Both Academics and Athletics – Presidential Perspectives Fall 2018/Spring 2019
More than 3,000 people gathered May 18 to celebrate with W&J’s Class of 2019 at a commencement ceremony in the beautiful Ross Family Recreation Center. It was a joyful and inspiring occasion, though we were aware that 15 of our graduates were unable to participate. The seniors on our varsity baseball team were away to…
Men’s tennis, golf teams take home PAC Championships
MEN’S TENNIS The W&J men’s tennis team made history in 2019. The Presidents finished with a program-best 15 wins as they claimed their first Presidents’ Athletic Conference title since 1969. By virtue of winning the league crown, the Presidents qualified for their first berth into the NCAA Division III Championships in school history. The Presidents…
50th Reunion: Class of 1969
Fifty years after they crossed the stage to receive their diplomas from President Patterson, the Class of 1969 returned to Washington & Jefferson College to celebrate their 50th reunion and be inducted into the Presidential Guard. “You came of age and formed lasting friendships on this campus. And you excelled through hard work under the…
Five inductees honored at 20th Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony
Five new inductees were welcomed as part of W&J’s 20th Athletic Hall of Fame class Sept. 21, 2018 during a ceremony in the Allen Ballroom of the Rossin Campus Center. John Bord ’73 (Football), Bill Dukett (Coach/Administrator), Jennifer Pergola Kirchner ’06 (Soccer), Aaron Krepps ’06 (Football), and Demas McVay ’55 (Swimming) are the latest Presidents…
