Walsh University received a $10,000 grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education to support a new Prevention Education and Programming Department initiative called the “Interpersonal Leadership Endorsement.” The new program will adopt a multi-faceted approach, integrating social norms marketing, healthy relationship training, bystander intervention training, and experiential service learning into a cohesive certification program. The initiative will also involve collaboration with Stark County community partners, including COMPASS Sexual Assault Crisis Center, ensuring a robust and community-engaged program. | Read More

Don’t miss your chance to register for one of the most meaningful events of the year: the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis from July 17–21. Join Father Albert Trudel on this pilgrimage to deepen your faith, build community, and experience the profound presence of Christ in the Eucharist. Highlights include uplifting liturgies and adoration, engaging speakers and workshops, and opportunities for fellowship and spiritual growth. The cost is $250 per person, which includes transportation, accommodations, and registration. For more information contact Mike Cinson at mcinson@walsh.edu. To register, visit Eucharistic Congress 2024. The deadline is Monday, June 24.

Walsh University's leadership team recently attended the first-ever Cardinal Newman Society Summit held in Houston, Texas from June 15–17, 2024. The summit brought together representatives from 23 of the nation's top Catholic colleges and universities recommended by the Newman Guide for their commitment to the Catholic intellectual tradition and character formation. Out of 244 degree-granting Catholic institutions in the United States, only 23 schools currently hold the prestigious Newman Guide recommendation for their unwavering fidelity to Catholic teaching and values. As one of these exemplary institutions, Walsh University participated in the groundbreaking summit alongside esteemed Catholic education leaders and experts.

Over the two-and-a-half-day conference, attendees engaged in thoughtful discussions on strengthening collaboration among faithful Catholic colleges, upholding academic freedom within a Catholic context, and promoting the unique value proposition of an authentically Catholic education in forming students intellectually, spiritually and morally for lives of purpose and service.

"The Cardinal Newman Society Summit provided an invaluable opportunity for Walsh University to unite with our peer institutions in advancing the crucial mission of Catholic higher education," said Dr. Tim Collins, President at Walsh University. "By sharing best practices and strategizing together, we are better equipped to provide transformative educational experiences grounded in truth, virtue and the rich Catholic tradition." 

This year’s Alumni Golf Outing was held on Friday, June 14, at the Legends in Massillon and included 23 teams consisting of 92 players with Walsh alumni spanning five decades. Everyone enjoyed an almost perfect weather day for golf and had lots of time for catching up and sharing memories with friends. On the course, golfers took part in proximity contests as well as the battle for scramble champion and bragging rights for the upcoming year. In the end, there was a tie for first place with -14 and Team Speck, consisting of Brandon Speck ’11, Kevin Stingel ’08, Eric Susa and Walt Tucker ’02, took the victory. Special thanks to Alumni Golf Outing main sponsor Huntington Bank for their continued support as well as Biery Cheese, Brewster Cheese, CAPTRUST Financial Advisors, Cintas, Clearsulting LLC, CSE Federal Credit Union, Mike ’95 and Nikki ’96 Kindelberger and Mike Bruin ’80 and Mike O’Brien ’66 who were hole sponsors. | View Photos

As we approach National PTSD Awareness Day on Thursday, June 27, remember that not all scars can be seen. Approximately 11% to 20% of U.S. military veterans experience PTSD, facing daily challenges due to past traumas. To support them, we can educate ourselves about PTSD, advocate for better mental health services, and offer a listening ear to veterans in our communities. Encouraging them to seek professional help and reducing the stigma around mental health issues are crucial steps in providing the care they deserve. Since its founding in 1960, Walsh has been a military-friendly school, and as a member of the Yellow Ribbon Program with designations as a Purple Star campus and Military Friendly School^®, Walsh’s Center for Veteran Affairs fully supports our veterans and their educational needs.

On Tuesday, June 25, from 1–5 PM, ECN will be unavailable during an upgrade. Please plan accordingly.

Jennifer Vokoun, Associate Professor of Graphic Design, and the Director of the Center for Sustainable Food Design, co-authored a chapter, “Design Thinking Workshop: Using Experiential Learning, Creativity, and Empathy to Learn the Complexities of Food Insecurity and Sustainability,” in Marta Antonelli and Pierangelo Isernia (eds.) 2024 book, Food Sustainability and the Media: Linking Awareness, Knowledge and Action.

The chapter discusses the use of experiential learning in the form of a design thinking workshop during a conference to encourage attendees to think critically about food systems and the challenges of food sustainability, particularly those related to food insecurity and how they can be addressed.

The Academic Calendar for students, staff, and faculty, includes dates to note throughout the semester, such as add/drop deadlines, last day to withdraw with a “W,” and final grade deadlines.

Summer Holy Mass, Please check the schedule for Holy Mass here 

Now–July 7: Athletics Wall of Fame Nominations, Nomination Form

June 21: Summer Orientation 

June 22: Michael and Brian Gilchrist Memorial Golf Outing | Read More

July 12: Summer Orientation 

July 14: Hoover Park Festival: 1 to 5 p.m. 

July 17–21: National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, Indiana, Register by June 24

July 20: North Canton 720 Market and Taco Party, 10 a.m., Hoover Park 

Aug. 2: Summer Orientation 

Aug. 18: Welcome Weekend | Read More

Sept. 20–22: Maroon & Gold Weekend: Homecoming Celebration for alumni, students, families, and the entire campus community! | Read More

Sept. 28: Community Freedom Summit