Rockin’ the Lawn
W&J’s annual Rockin’ The Lawn welcomes students back to campus with an evening of food, music, and fun! Open to all current W&J students, this year’s event features Chris Jamison, one of the three top finalists on Season 7 of The Voice, and his band. Food and games will be provided. This event is open…
First-Generation American Enjoys Presidential Success at W&J
WASHINGTON, PA (June 21, 2022) – As a first-generation American, Krissy Horissian ‘22 encountered many challenges, but her dedication and perseverance led to her presidential success at W&J. Horissian, a communication arts major, came to W&J without the extended family support or the connections that many local college students have. “One of the most difficult…
FYS Courses Create Customized Transition into College Life
WASHINGTON, PA (January 14, 2022) – What better way to start your college experience than with a class tailored to you? At Washington & Jefferson College, First-Year Seminar (FYS) courses help students build their foundation at W&J and set them up for success during their time at the College. FYS courses offer an intensive study…
What’s Zipcode got to do with it?
For Black History Month, the Office of Community Engagement will be facilitating a workshop exploring how systemic structures related to city planning such as zip codes, property value, and access to healthy food perpetuate the cycle of poverty and disproportionately impact Black communities.
60 Second Game Show
Join us at Yost in Burnett Center for a TV-style fast-paced game show. Compete with your friends for a cash prize!
W&J students earn voter turnout grant, selected as Campus Vote Democracy Fellows
WASHINGTON, PA (Nov. 5, 2020)-The 2020 presidential election is just one of the stories that’s dominated the news cycle this year and W&J students have been paying attention to its importance. But it’s not a candidate they’re focused on; it’s the importance of voting itself – and they decided to do something about it. Members…
Annual Student Holiday Ornament Signing Party
We’re feeling the holiday spirit on campus, and so are President and Mrs. Knapp! Please join them Wednesday, Nov. 11, to sign an ornament that will hang on the evergreen tree outside the President’s House during the holiday season. Due to COVID-19 dining restrictions, students will receive holiday cookies and punch to-go. Stop by the…
SAB Mini Bingo
Join SAB for a round of mini bingo either online or in person! There will be two in person sessions that require an RSVP here. There are only 22 spots per session! For the online Mini Bingo visit bingomaker.com and search “W&J SAB Mini Bingo” and enter the password “SAB” login on Zoom as well…