February 26, 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.

The 2025 President’s Report highlights the many ways we are strengthening connections on campus and beyond. This year’s report highlights how our commitment to community fosters student success, deepens our Catholic mission, and drives impactful collaborations. Read more for inspiring stories and key achievements that define our shared journey forward. 

Walsh University has launched an innovative, accelerated 10-month online MBA program, designed to meet the demands of today's competitive business landscape. Offered through the ACBSP-accredited DeVille School of Business, the 10-Month MBA uniquely integrates key elements from multiple MBA specializations, preparing graduates to excel in today’s competitive business environment. Graduating seniors are eligible for a 25% tuition discount, making this accelerated pathway even more accessible for those looking to continue their education and gain a competitive edge in the workforce. | Read More

Tune in to Walsh University’s official podcast Cav Chats: Beyond the Classroom, that takes you beyond the textbooks and lectures to explore the multifaceted news and issues impacting our campus and the broader landscape of higher education. In each episode, we dive into topics that matter most to students, faculty, and the greater academic community—covering everything from student life, career preparation, and leadership to the evolving trends shaping the future of education. Whether it’s uncovering personal stories of growth, highlighting innovative programs, or discussing the challenges and triumphs of academic journeys, Cav Chats offers insightful conversations that go beyond the classroom.

There is much data to support that students who live on campus, perform better academically, develop a sense of community, more easily access campus resources, participate more and are more satisfied, foster stronger relationships and personal networks, and are more likely to graduate on time. As part of our commitment to student success, Walsh University requires that all full-time, undergraduate students live on campus for sixteen academic terms, unless permission to live off campus has been granted by the Housing Review Board. | Read More (PDF)

Walsh University’s Men’s Rugby team is set to compete in the newly formed Atlantic Coast Rugby Conference (ACRC), launching in Fall 2025. This highly competitive Division I conference brings together powerhouse programs, including Kutztown, St. Bonaventure, Queens, Wheeling, and Walsh. Belmont Abbey is also expected to join. Most of Walsh’s players and coaches were part of Notre Dame College’s 2023 national championship team, adding strength to the program. The ACRC, aligned with National Collegiate Rugby, will provide elite-level competition and automatic bids to the 2025 national playoffs. Stay tuned for schedule updates and conference branding announcements!

The Education for Life Colloquium Series will feature an engaging panel discussion, Case Studies in Philosophical and Theological Ethics, on Monday, March 10, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Barrette Business and Community Center, and all members of the Walsh University community are encouraged to attend. Explore how philosophers and theologians approach ethical questions, where their perspectives align, and where they diverge. Featuring Dr. Leslie Whetstine, Professor of Philosophy, Walsh University & Professor of Bioethics, Aultman Hospital and Dr. Cary Dabney, Instructor of Theology, Walsh University, this thought-provoking discussion is open to all. | Read More (PDF) | RSVP by March 9

Walsh University, in partnership with Pelican3, invites faculty, staff, and students to the Cybersecurity Summit on Tuesday, March 18, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Barrette Business and Community Center. This interactive workshop will feature expert discussions on technology job growth in Ohio, AI applications, incident response, computer forensics, and new CMMC regulations. The summit is open to high school and university students exploring cybersecurity careers. Walsh University faculty, staff, and students can register for free using the complimentary registration link. Lunch is provided. | Register Here

As we wrap up Cybersecurity month, always remember to be cautious with emails that are too good to be true, suspicious, or just don’t seem right.

We are excited to announce that the Facilities Department is transitioning to a new computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Within the next two weeks we will no longer utilize SchoolDude for work requests. All operations and maintenance requests will be managed through our new work order system using ASSET ESSENTIALS™ provided by Brightly Software, Inc. This necessary upgrade will transform the process of initiating work requests in a more user-friendly platform; providing greater accessibility for faculty and staff. More information will be disseminated soon that will outline the roll-out timeframe, log-on instructions and changeover procedures.

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