Read about Walsh University’s approach to artificial intelligence, enjoy the engaging events of Maroon & Gold Reunion Weekend, learn how Walsh’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is moving lives forward, and discover the history of the Walsh alma mater, all in the Fall 2026 edition of the Walsh University Magazine. Enjoy the fall magazine.

A lance corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps, Anthony Fusaro ’27 is studying theology and philosophy at Walsh University. In this “Year of Excellence” video, Fusaro reflects on his military training, his Walsh mentor and what it truly means to love God above all things and love your neighbor as yourself.

In honor of Veterans Day, Walsh University President Tim Collins was profiled in the Canton Repository for his lengthy career as a decorated fighter pilot in the U.S. Air Force before his second career in academia. President Collins talks about how his Catholic faith carried him through deadly attacks and how his military training impacts his leadership style. Read the story.

Today we say “Thank you for your service,” to the dozens of veterans and active military who call Walsh University home. To commemorate Veterans Day, Walsh University hosted the powerful “Eyes of Freedom” art display from Nov. 5-8 outside the Gaetano M. Cecchini Family Health and Wellness Complex for community viewing, and the annual Salute to Service football game on Nov. 7.  

In honor of First-Generation College Celebration Day, Walsh University is turning the spotlight on a staff member and peer mentor who provide immeasurable help to our students.

Katie Lewis, director of enrollment operations, also serves as an instructor for the required first-year experience course, GE100. Lewis reinforces practical skills like time management and budgeting and makes sure students know what help is available and where to go for those resources. First-gen students often don’t know who to ask for help or what to ask and Lewis understands those issues because she, too, was a first-generation college student. “This help wasn’t available then. If it had been, I think I would have adjusted quicker to my college experience,” she says.

Allison Allen, a senior exercise science/pre-occupational therapy major, from Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, was among the first to volunteer when Walsh developed its peer mentor program. She also was the first in her family to attend college and understands how challenging it can be to navigate university life. “It’s especially hard when it comes to figuring out all the financial aid and the funding aspect of paying for school,” Allen says. “And what do you do if you are struggling in class? You have to figure it out on your own. I really wanted to be part of the program to make students feel like they are home, because when they don’t feel at home, they usually drop out or transfer and I didn’t want that to happen.” 

First‑Generation College Celebration Day is observed every Nov. 8 to commemorate the date President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Higher Education Act of 1965.

Walsh University President Tim Collins recently met with senior officials of the U.S. Department of Education in Washington, D.C., including a private meeting with Education Under Secretary Nicholas Kent, the top federal official for higher education. Their discussions included federal policy on newly revised accreditation regulations, mission-sensitive accountability measures, response to the National Call to Action, skilled-tech workforce initiatives and the new Workforce Pell program that extends Pell Grant eligibility to job-training programs. The president emphasized the need to measure student success more broadly than just earnings to include both economic value and the formation of students in socially necessary professions. Throughout multiple conversations, President Collins highlighted the mission-driven efforts and success of Walsh University students and employees, and offered several federal policy recommendations and approaches for consideration for strengthening the higher education domain. He also extended an invitation to Under Secretary Kent to visit the Walsh campus.

Join the Graduate Admissions team for walking tacos and learn about options for graduate school, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, on the lower level of the David Center. Learn about graduate programs at Walsh, the application process, financial aid and making career connections.

Walsh University's Annual International Flag Ceremony takes place from 4-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, in the Marlene and Joe Toot Global Learning Center. The event will include the parade of flags, international desserts, and performances and entertainment from members of our international community. This year Walsh will welcome one new flag into our collection. All are encouraged to attend; registration is not required.

Registration is open for the annual Academic Celebration of Excellence Symposium (ACES), from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 3, in the Global Learning Center.  ACES celebrates student achievement across all areas of academics, including research, scholarship, class projects and service-learning experiences. ACES also features faculty scholarship, and faculty are invited to showcase their work through a poster or presentation, modeling scholarly engagement and collegiality for our students. Students and faculty are encouraged to share their work. Everyone is encouraged to attend the event to see the great work being accomplished at Walsh University and for the opportunity to learn from each other. Register for ACES.

Entrepreneurial college and university students from the Stark County area are encouraged to enter the 2027 Stark Tank business pitch competition on April 29, 2027. The competition, modeled after the television show "Shark Tank," gives students the chance to pitch business ideas and win the money needed to help take their idea from pitch to reality. The goal of Stark Tank is for students to think critically about their creative ideas while realizing that Stark County is a place where creativity can thrive. Prizes of up to $15,000 will be awarded. In the 2026 competition, two Walsh students won funding for their ideas. Registration ends March 10, 2027, and organizers say now is the time for students to begin thinking about their ideas, formulating their pitches and completing their registration. Learn more and register.

The Hoover Historical Center was recently recognized by Heritage Ohio, which is highlighting 250 important historic buildings across the state for America 250. Heritage Ohio is the state's official historic preservation and Main Street organization. Read about the Hoover Historical Center.

Walsh University has earned a spot on University Magazine’s Top 10 list of Best College Dorms in Ohio for 2027.