Registration for the 2027 Spring Semester begins Nov. 9 in the Cav Center. Now is the time to prepare. Students should check their progress in Stellic, review degree requirements and identify courses still needed to complete. The Office of the Registrar webpage offers several useful guides under student resources. Reviewing these materials before registration starts can help you become familiar with the necessary procedures. Register early to avoid any issues when classes begin Jan. 11.

For the 14th consecutive year, Walsh University has been recognized in “The Newman Guide to Choosing a Catholic College,” joining only 23 other undergraduate colleges worldwide in the newly released 2026-27 edition. Published by the Cardinal Newman Society, the guide serves as a trusted resource for Catholic families seeking an education aligned with their faith, highlighting institutions that maintain a strong Catholic identity in academics, campus life, and community engagement. Learn more about this honor.

“Living Right With Dr. Ray,” the television show broadcast globally on the EWTN network, will be taping two episodes on the Walsh University campus. Cav Nation is invited to attend one or both of the tapings, with the opportunity to meet and interact with host Raymond N. Guarendi, Ph.D., a Catholic clinical psychologist, author and nationally syndicated radio and television host. The tapings will take place at 5:30 and 7:15 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 10, in the Barrette Business and Community Center. Audience members are asked to arrive 30 minutes before taping begins. Each taping is expected to last 60 to 90 minutes. Light refreshments will be available. The episodes taping at Walsh are: 

5:30 p.m., “Finding Hope After Loss” – Dr. Ray will welcome Mark and Christi Tripodi of Cornerstone of Hope to discuss how children, teens and adults can cope with the death of a loved one. Since 2003, Cornerstone of Hope has worked toward a world where no grieving person journeys alone. 

7:15 p.m., “Supporting Students When They Leave Home” – Dr. Ray will welcome Rachel Hosler, Ph.D., Walsh University’s vice president for student experience, and Father Ryan Furlong, university chaplain, to explore how family relationships and faith evolve when a young adult leaves home. Both will share insights into the challenges students face while living on their own for the first time and how families can support them through that transition.

The tapings are free to attend, but registration is required. Audience members will be asked to check in at registration when they arrive.

Register for tickets.

This year’s Boo at the WU community trick or treat event is from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at Walsh University’s Larry Staudt Field. All families with children age 12 or younger are welcome and costumes are encouraged. Enjoy lawn games and tons of candy. This is a free community event, but registration is required. Register here. Guests will enter from gravel parking lot and walk around the track. In the event of inclement weather, the event will take place at the Cecchini Center. Boo at the WU is sponsored by the Student Athletic Advisory Committee.

Volunteers are needed for the annual Hoover Haunt & Halloween Dance, a haunted house sponsored by Crafty Cavs and Student Activities. Actors are needed to bring their scary skills to help make the haunt unforgettable. The haunted house takes place from 8 to 10 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31, at Hoover Hall in Hoover Park, followed by the Halloween dance from 10 p.m. to midnight. All students, faculty or staff who can help are asked to sign up to volunteer by Oct. 23.

Walsh University’s Physical Therapy Program is hosting its annual Fit Family 5K at 8 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 31. This fun 5K race is a great opportunity for families to get active together. The race begins at the starting line of the Walsh University track and continues through the beautiful Walsh campus. Early registration is $25 for students, $35 for general admission. Registration on the day of the race begins at 7 a.m. at $30 for students, $40 for general admission. Register here.

The Walsh University community came out in force to observe Purple Thursday on Oct. 15 – the day of action dedicated to preventing and raising awareness about domestic violence. Students, faculty and staff took part in events throughout the day, including covering a Walsh Police cruiser with messages of support for victims and survivors of domestic violence, and two soccer matches played with the mission of raising awareness for domestic violence prevention and survivor support.

Save the date for the annual Academic Celebration of Excellence Symposium (ACES), from 10 a.m. to 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.

Shoutout to Marc Fusaro, Ph.D., dean of the DeVille School of Business and Dartanian Warr, Ph.D., graduate program director for the DeVille School and assistant professor of management, who were featured guests this week on WKYC’s morning news with anchor Dave Chudowsky, where they talked about Walsh University’s new AI Management track MBA degree. Learn more about the new degree.