October 22, 2025

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.

Spring 2026 registration opens Monday, Nov. 10., and now is the time to prepare! Check out your Student Profile Page for your updated registration time ticket and review any messages from the Office of the Registrar. Be sure to resolve any holds on your account before your registration appointment. Stop by Farrell Hall Room 206, Oct. 28–30, to meet with the Registrar’s Office, build your schedule, clear holds, and get registration tips. Enjoy treats and prizes while you plan. Be sure to register before you leave for Christmas break because spring classes begin January 5, 2026.

This year’s ACES (Academic Celebration of Excellence Symposium) will take place on Thursday, Dec. 4, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Toot Global Learning Center. The Symposium highlights the scholarly achievements of both students and faculty across all areas of academics, including research, scholarship, class projects, and service-learning experiences. Faculty interested in showcasing their work at ACES, or encouraging their students to participate, are encouraged to email cape@walsh.edu by Friday, Nov. 7, to indicate preliminary interest and provide an estimated number of posters, participants, and associated classes.

Calling all Walsh University entrepreneurial students! The annual Stark Tank pitch competition will take place Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Here is your chance to pitch your business idea and win funds to help fulfill your dreams. Up to $15,000 in prize funds will be awarded. Sign up today!

Jenn Clevinger and John Schissler, Co-Chairs of the Walsh Tree Advisory Committee, invite all students, faculty, and staff to a Campus Tree Stroll on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 4 p.m. Meet in front of the Toot Global Learning Center as we celebrate seven consecutive years of earning Tree Campus USA status! During the stroll, we will visit the newly planted trees between Betzler Tower and the Barrette Business and Community Center, and learn how they will grow to provide shade, beauty, and a lasting impact on our campus environment.

Flu shots are now available at Aultman Now in Washington Square. The cost is $62 out of pocket, but the vaccine is covered by most insurance companies. Be sure to bring your Walsh ID and insurance card with you. No appointment is necessary—just walk in. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Over the course of four days, Walsh University nursing faculty and alumni served 294 individuals across three Guatemalan communities: Aldea El Banco, Santa Catarina Bobadilla, and San Pedro Las Huertas. The medical team included 11 professionals who provided essential care through community clinics. Among them were Tracey Herstich, Clinical Associate Professor, Christina Gabele, nursing graduate, faculty adjunct, and fast-track nursing alum Tyler Shrout, both returning for their second year, along with Sheila Daniels, an undergraduate nursing adjunct, who joined the trip for the first time. The experience reflects Walsh’s commitment to service and global health outreach.

Kathie Gray

Andrea Singarella