President’s September Update

Home » WU News » Academics » President's September Update September 30, 2025 President's September Update Dear Wheeling University Community, The Most Reverend Mark E. Brennan, Bishop of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, celebrated the annual Mass of the Holy Spirit at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 5, in Troy Theater. Celebrants of the Mass also included Father David Griffin, Campus Ministry, Father Carlos Melocoton, St. Michael Parish, Father Pen Manikyalarao, Cathedral of St. Joseph, and Deacon Douglas Breiding, Cathedral of St. Joseph. Representatives from the Student Government Association participated in the readings and the offertory. Members of the Wheeling community attended the Mass and then enjoyed lunch in the Benedum Dining Hall. We are grateful to Bishop Brennan for opening our academic year in prayer and for his continued support of our students. [Link] Academics The students from the Doctor of Physical Therapy and Nursing programs came together to learn how the two disciples can foster better patient care. To read more, click here. [Link] Admissions The Admission Representatives are visiting high schools across Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia regularly. Additionally, the Office of Admissions will host an Open House during Homecoming and Family Weekend on October 4. To learn more about attending Wheeling University, please contact the Office of Admissions at 304-243-2359 or [email protected]. Advancement/Alumni The Wheeling University Philadelphia Alumni Group is hosting its golf outing on October 11. Golf slots are filled, but alumni are welcome to attend the post event dinner at Paxon Hollow Golf Club. To make a reservation, contact Mike Murkley at [email protected]. Athletics Zack Ziegler, Assistant Athletic Director for Communications and Engagement, and the Wheeling University Athletic Department collected school supplies during the Cardinal Classroom Supplies Drive. Members of the football and women's soccer teams helped deliver the supplies to St. Michael Parish School and Ohio County Schools. Campus Ministry Father David Griffin has created the Campus Ministry Council. The Council consists of student representatives from 19 athletic teams. The focus of the Council is service and worship for the entire student body. The Council meets monthly to outline both individual and team programming as well as mutual campus events with Student Affairs and the Student Government Association. More than 100 students, coaches, and staff assisted volunteers from St. Michael Parish, the Knight of Columbus, WVU Wheeling Hospital, and Wheeling Central High School on September 13 to pack 60,000 meals for Cross Catholic Outreach. The meals were sent to families in West Virginia and across the world to help combat hunger. [Link] [Link] [Link] [Link] Physical Plant The Physical Plant staff continues to make improvements around campus. This month, new energy efficient lights were installed in Troy Theater. Student Affairs Tina Tordella, Director of Counseling Services, hosted the first Wellness Wednesday of the semester. The program promoted mental health awareness. Faculty, staff, and students gathered in the RATT on September 19 for the first "RATT Chat." This new program is a chance for students to have conversations with faculty and staff in a relaxed, informal setting. As always, let me extend my heartfelt thanks to the entire Wheeling University Community for your support. Sincerely, [Link] Dianna M. Vargo, Ed.D. President