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| Type | Private, Liberal Arts |
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| Established | 1849 |
| Affiliation | Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) |
| President | Douglas G. Lee |
| Undergraduates | 1,500 |
| Location | Waynesburg, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Campus | Suburban |
| Colors | Dark Orange, Black |
| Nickname | Yellow Jackets |
| Website | www.waynesburg.edu |
Waynesburg University is a private university located in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania. The university offers graduate and undergraduate programs in more than 70 academic concentrations, and enrolls over 2,500 students, including approximately 1,500 undergraduates.
Waynesburg University was founded in 1849 by the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, and is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. Waynesburg University is located on a contemporary campus in the hills of southwestern Pennsylvania, with three adult centers located in the Pittsburgh regions of Southpointe, Cranberry and Monroeville.
Hanna Hall and Miller Hall are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Waynesburg University is built around 4 spacious parks owned by the town of Waynesburg. The westernmost park contains a bridge meandering through the trees; the next park features a gazebo; and the 2 parks nearest the University center are commonly referred to as the Fountain Park and the Statue Park. Fountain Park is directly in front of Hannah and Miller Hall, while Statue Park is between Buhl Hall, Stewart Hall, Pollock Hall, and Martin Hall. Statue park features a statue dedicated to the lives lost in the Civil War. The combined area of the parks is approximately 15 acres.
Built in February 2010, the fitness center is 2 stories. The first floor houses weight lifting and locker rooms. The second floor features cardio workouts. Both floors have flat screen TVs and the cardio machines come equipped with built in radio tuners.
Waynesburg University is home to ten campus residence halls, seven women and three men's halls. Martin and Thayer Hall are home to most of the men on campus. They both are double occupancy halls on the Eastern side of campus. Martin Hall is closer to downtown Waynesburg while Thayer Hall is located next to Buhl Hall and the Eberly Library. Willison is the third men's hall, apartment style, it is mostly a double occupancy hall but students have the option to triple. Willison is six stories tall and is the newest building on campus. It is on Franklin street and is adjacent to the armory.
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