September 3, 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.

Walsh University is beginning the academic year on a high note, welcoming its largest incoming freshman class since 2019 and its highest-achieving class in school history. This year, Walsh University proudly welcomed 396 incoming freshmen, a 4.8% increase over 2024, contributing to a university-wide enrollment of 2,157 students, including 1,418 undergraduates, 647 graduate students, and 100 students in degree-completion programs. The University also welcomed 58 transfer students, the largest number since 2019 outside of last year’s unique transition of students from Notre Dame College, including its men’s and women’s rugby teams. | Read More 

At Walsh University, we’re here to support you every step of the way—helping you build the skills, experiences, and connections you need to succeed after graduation. Whether it’s mentorship, networking, internships, experiential learning, or connecting directly with employers, it’s never too early to start shaping your career path. Watch the video to learn how we can help you get started.

Join us on Friday, Sept. 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the West Lawn for 22 Push-Ups for Veteran Suicide Awareness. Everyone is invited to meet active-duty service members, enjoy lunch, win prizes, and join in 22 push-ups every half hour to raise awareness for veterans’ suicide prevention.

Leading the push-ups will be U.S. Marine Corps Veteran and Walsh University alum Joshua Ruiz ’21, our Veteran Affairs Coordinator. Modified push-ups are welcome, and all are encouraged to participate. According to Veterans Affairs (VA) researchers, an estimated 22 veterans take their own lives every day—a staggering number that may be even higher. Let’s come together as a campus community to help raise awareness and support our veterans.

Let’s pack the arena! For the past two years, nearly 1,000 people have gathered at Walsh University’s Aux Gym to stand against human trafficking. This year, we are moving to the Cecchini Center Arena—let’s make it our biggest yet! Join us for the 7th Annual Community Freedom Summit on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Together, we can raise awareness, reduce the demand, and take action to end human trafficking. 

This year’s keynote speaker is Tony Talbott, a nationally recognized leader in anti-trafficking and human rights advocacy. With more than 15 years of experience in advocacy, military service, and education, Tony will deliver a powerful talk: Reducing the Demand: How to Help Disrupt Human Trafficking. 

The morning will also feature:

Admission is free. Come early for inspirational music by DJ Nikolina from Q92, purchase coffee from the Forty One Coffee Truck, and shop exclusive Not For Sale merchandise.

This year’s Maroon & Gold Weekend festivities kick off on Thursday, Sept. 25, with Cavalier athletics and the spirited Fire & Ice Court Announcement, followed by a weekend line-up packed with something for everyone: thrilling rugby and football games, the family-friendly Parent/Family BBQ, a nostalgic “Rewind to the Past” After Hours event, movie under the stars, cornhole and pickleball tournaments, the Outstanding Alumni Awards Dinner, Wall of Fame Breakfast, and the unforgettable 5th Quarter Celebration! Cap off the weekend with quiet reflection during Adoration and Holy Mass on Sunday. | Learn More 

You are invited to apply for the Student Managed Investment Portfolio (SMIP), a hands-on opportunity to learn about financial markets while helping manage more than $850,000 of the university’s endowment in the stock market. No prior experience is required, and members will gain valuable insights from experts in the field. The first full group meeting will be held today - Wednesday, September 3 at 6 p.m. in the Barrette Center Atrium. Space is limited to 15–20 students, so those interested should contact Associate Professor Chase Senk at csenk@walsh.edu to apply.

Primo Research Assistant is an AI-powered tool integrated into the Brother Edmond Drouin Library’s Primo interface. It uses Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) to provide conversational research support by retrieving and summarizing content exclusively from the library’s collection. This ensures responses are academically credible and citation-ready. The tool includes peer-reviewed articles, e-books, and licensed databases, while excluding open web sources and non-academic content. It’s designed to support students, faculty, and staff in conducting focused, reliable research. | Read More

Tom Freeland

Student Service Center