January 29, 2025

The Walsh Wire

A weekly look at Walsh University news and happenings.

The Walsh Wire is not intended to replace broadcast emails, but to aggregate information in order to increase the level of awareness and understanding about major happenings of the week.

Join us for The Masked Major on Tuesday, Feb. 4, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Toot Global Learning Center! This fun twist on The Masked Singer features alumni sharing their unique career journeys—hidden behind a mask until the big reveal! Get inspired by their unexpected paths, enjoy surprises and laughs, and compete for exciting prizes. It is a free event, but registration on Handshake is required. | Register Here | Read More (PDF)

Invite your Lil Sib to experience campus life during Lil Sibs Weekend! The fun begins on Friday, March 21, at 6 p.m. and concludes on Saturday, March 22, at 5:30 p.m. Activities include crafts, dance parties, desserts, movies, and more—plus an overnight stay! The cost is $10 per participant. | Register Here 

Walsh University students are invited to connect with local businesses, trade representatives, and military branches at the 3rd Annual Opportunity Fair, hosted by North Canton City Schools. This event is open to area students and community members and will take place on Monday, Feb. 12, from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at Hoover High School Gymnasium (525 7th St. NE, North Canton). Explore opportunities in fields such as health sciences, business management, education, public safety, and more. Meet with vendors like the Stark County Health Department, Huntington National Bank, the U.S. Secret Service, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, and others. Registration is required—scan the QR code on the event flyer to sign up. | Register Here | Read More (PDF)

The Advancement Scholarship Applications for the 2025–26 academic year are now available and can be accessed here.  The first round of scholarship applications has a due date of Feb. 15 and the second round March 15. Please contact Carmela Bendetta if you have any questions at cbendetta@walsh.edu or 330.490.7596.

Let’s come together to support our neighbors at the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank (1365 Cherry Ave. NE, Canton) on Saturday, Feb. 10, from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Volunteers will assist with sorting, inspecting, and repacking donations, as well as stocking and helping guests select items from the pantry. Transportation is not provided. Sign up by Feb. 5 to participate. | Register Here | Read More (PDF)

On the evening of Thursday, Jan. 23, a group from Walsh University embarked on a journey to Washington, D.C., for the 52nd Annual March for Life. The pilgrimage included 39 students and three staff members, organized by Campus Ministry and Cavs for Life. Traveling overnight, the group arrived at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, joining 5,000 other faithful pilgrims for the Closing Mass, celebrated by Bishop Robert J. Brennan of Brooklyn. Following the Mass, University Chaplain Fr. Albert Trudell led a brief tour of the Dominican House of Studies. After a quick lunch break, the Walsh delegation joined tens of thousands of participants in marching through Capitol Hill. Carrying handmade signs, they prayed for the end of abortion, called for justice, and engaged in meaningful conversations with fellow pro-life advocates, celebrating the beauty and sanctity of life. | View Photos

The National March for Life Association posted the Cavs for Life bus photo on their Instagram story shared with their 250,000 followers, and Walsh University President Dr. Tim Collins was quoted in the Cardinal Newman Society Blog, emphasizing the importance of the March for Life, stating, “You can’t say you care if you’re not there. The March is all about human dignity but, more broadly, what we’re really standing up and saying is life matters, and we ought to respect it at all stages.” | Read More

As a member of the OhioLINK library consortium, the Brother Edmond Drouin is pleased to announce that we will be upgrading our library system software to Ex Libris Alma and Primo, going live in June 2025. Alma/Primo is state of the art systems software, and the most-used library system in U.S. academic libraries. | Read More

Reserve your spot today for Walsh University’s annual Community Clinic: Wellness Through Movement on April 9, 10, and 11. The 90-minute health and wellness check-ups are provided at no cost and open to individuals aged 18 and older. Participants will receive a comprehensive health assessment, including a general wellness screen, movement analysis, and strength and assessments. Students from Walsh University’s Doctorate of Physical Therapy and Master of Occupational Therapy programs will conduct the assessments under the supervision of licensed physical and occupational therapists. | Register Here

Walsh University is hosting the first-ever Intramural Ping-Pong Tournament on Friday, Jan. 31 in the Aux Gym at 9:30 p.m. Whether you are a seasoned player or just looking to have some fun, this is a wonderful opportunity to highlight your skills and enjoy some friendly competition. | Register Here

The Walsh University Student Athlete Advisory Committee would like to thank everyone for their support in the 4th annual “Coin War” vs Malone. Walsh SAAC raised $730 compared to Malone's $143.91. All money raised will be donated to Make a Wish!

Rhiannon Bickart

Julia Etter

Tracey Herstich

Eleanor Mondok

Bob Schandel 

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