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Walsh University is hosting a U.S. National Security Policy Panel with World Leaders on Tuesday, September 5, at 7 p.m., in the Cecchini Center Alumni Arena as part of its Presidential Thought Leadership Series, a lecture series which brings well-known visionaries from around the world to Walsh’s campus to enrich and invigorate the campus and greater community.  

The event will feature a world-class panel discussion including General Philip M. Breedlove, USAF, Ret., 17th Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR) 2013-2016, Ambassador Francis Campbell, British Ambassador to the Holy See 2005–2011 and Personal Secretary for Prime Minister Tony Blair, 2001–2003, and General Tod D. Wolters, USAF, Ret., 19th Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), 2019–2022, and will be moderated by Dr. Joe Wood, National Security Advisor and Chief of Staff for Vice President Dick Cheney, 2005–2009. Read More

Dr. Farouk Dey, Vice Provost and architect of the Imagine Center for Integrative Learning and Life Design at Johns Hopkins University, (Ted Talk here) a national luminary in the domain of student success, was on campus Monday to collaborate and share his successful approach to an integrative career and life design, cross-enterprise model. Dr. Dey met with a group of key stakeholders in the areas of alumni and career connections, academic services, student affairs, marketing and enrollment management to discuss how developing an ecosystem that fosters curiosity, being audacious to try new things, and the development of a great mentor network from early in their educational journey can lead to not only landing that first destination job, but to living out their life purpose in a fulfilling way.

“The results for Dr. Dey have been stunning, and we are so fortunate to have him help us as we redesign what we formerly called, “Career Services,” said President Tim Collins. “He has yielded remarkable success in increasing student engagement and outcomes, making his approach coupled with Dr. Andy Chan of Wake Forest University, another collaborator with Walsh University, as the two national leaders for this initiative within the domain of higher education.”

Dey stressed that student development is not located in any one office, but rather it is the campus-wide effort that creates success. The campus will be learning more on Opening Day (August 15) and in the coming months.

“There are not another two professionals in America with greater expertise in this area than Dr. Chan and Dr. Dey, and they are assisting us in replicating their success for our students. That is collaboration at its best,” stated Dr. Mike Dunphy, Vice President for Academic Affairs. 

Join us in congratulating three employees who have recently been promoted! Bridget England, the former Associate Director, is now the Director of Degree Completion and Graduate Program Enrollment; Sean Ferguson has been appointed Director of Marketing; and Josh Steck was promoted to Marketing and Communications Manager.  

Become a member of the Walsh University Chorale (CRN – 10481), and you will have a chance to sing in Carnegie Hall next summer! Rehearsals are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 -5:45 p.m. Contact Dr. Britt Cooper or visit him during the Summer Orientation Block Party this Friday. 

The Walsh University Marching Band is recruiting new members to be a part of collaborative music making, exciting show designs and brilliant networking opportunities! All materials needed to participate are provided at no additional cost. This includes meals, your dorm room during band camp (one week before classes), instruments, and uniforms. All levels of experience, all instruments and majorettes are welcome. Contact Prof. Roblee ASAP for additional details.

Aug. 10: WU at the Zoo, 6-9 p.m., Akron Zoo, CAV Nation Employee Event. Employees and their families will have full access to the Zoo after-hours. This will be a private event just for us! RSVP required. See email from Chris Scheetz for link.   

Sept. 8: Women's Committee Boot Scootin' BBQ