News Archive

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Dr. Deanne Buffalari, associate professor of neuroscience and psychology at Westminster College, recently gave a presentation and served as a workshop leader at the Annual Conference on Teaching for the Society for the Teaching of Psychology (STP) in Louisville, Ky., in October.

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

A Westminster College sports management student and professor attended the Sports Business Journal Game Changers Conference in New York City in September.

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Westminster College School of Communications faculty member Brad Weaver lectured about teaching documentary storytelling at the Broadcast Education Association On-Location Conference at Clark Atlanta (Ga.) University on Oct. 26.

Friday, November 8, 2024

Westminster College’s School of Communication hosted the Titan Film Festival—Thriller Edition Showcase and Award Ceremony on Sunday, Oct. 20, with screenings of all 12 short film entries by student and community filmmakers.

Friday, November 8, 2024

The artwork of Westminster College senior Josh Glaser is currently being showcased in the senior capstone exhibition running Monday, Nov. 11 through Friday, Dec. 6 in the Foster Art Gallery in Patterson Hall. A gallery reception will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12.

Friday, November 8, 2024

Westminster College and the Titan Theatre Group will present the iconic musical “Grease” Nov. 15-17 in Orr Auditorium at Westminster College.

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

The Westminster College Wind Ensemble will present a fall concert, “Praises,” featuring three guest student conductors at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, in the Will W. Orr Auditorium on Westminster’s campus.  

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: Mackenzie Dunn '24

Mackenzie Dunn received her Westminster diploma in May 2024 and the molecular biology graduate quickly transitioned into an important, hands-on role at Akron Children’s Hospital. Dunn credits the deep research experience received at Westminster and the 1-on-1 labs with professors who contributed to preparing her for a successful future in health care.

How did you find Westminster College and decide to major in molecular biology?

Science has always been my favorite subject. I came across Westminster using a basic google search for “good biology programs near me” and Westminster was one of the first schools that popped up. I really liked the small size of the campus and the small student population. Coming from a large high school, I knew that attending a smaller college was something I would enjoy more than going to a large state university. When I visited campus, Dr. Corrette-Bennett gave me a full tour of the biology department. He told me all about the classes that were available and the opportunities that I would have for undergraduate research via Capstone and the possibility of independent study. I really liked the possibility of doing research and enjoyed seeing posters of previous students' projects hanging on the walls.

When it came to deciding my major, I knew I would declare either biology or molecular biology. I ultimately picked molecular biology because it was more specific for certain topics. During my first year, I met with Dr. Resendes, my academic advisor, and she helped me realize that molecular biology was the best option because I told her I enjoyed “learning about the small things.” My minor in biochemistry was more of a spontaneous addition. I took biochemistry my sophomore year and I enjoyed it so much that I added it as a minor. I am very grateful that I decided on a minor, especially one that I found enjoyable. 

Thursday, October 31, 2024

Westminster College School of Music is hosting their annual Woodwind Day on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Orr Auditorium. The day-long event is open to woodwind musicians of all ages and skill levels.

Saturday, October 26, 2024

Westminster College dedicated its new high-fidelity nursing simulation lab on Friday, Oct. 25, unveiling the space that will give nursing students the hands-on and vital learning experiences needed to develop life-saving and wellness-enhancing skills.