Published June 15, 2024
New Wittenberg Arboretum
Wittenberg’s rolling hills, welcoming hollows, and its vast treasure trove of trees spanning more than 100 acres have always captured the hearts of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends. Now, thanks to the efforts of Matthew Collier, award-winning professor of biology, and Dan McDermitt, director of facilities management, the campus’ collection of trees has achieved a new status – official Level 1 ArbNet Accreditation, which denotes the University as an official arboretum.
Dual Degree Program in Engineering Announced
To meet increasing student interest, Wittenberg is launching a new engineering pathway thanks to a dual-degree partnership with Indiana Institute of Technology (Indiana Tech), located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The new pathway will allow students to receive a B.A. in physics from Wittenberg and a B.S. in engineering from Indiana Tech.
2024 Distinguished Teacher
Celebrating dedication to superior quality teaching, this year’s top faculty prize, the 2024 Alumni Association Award for Distinguished Teaching, was presented to Amy McGuffey, associate professor of education and department chair. The award was announced by Wittenberg Alumni Association Board President Matt Overturf '11 during the annual Honors Convocation this spring.
New Preferred Partner Program
Committed to providing accessible and affordable educational opportunities for professionals and their families, Wittenberg has launched the Preferred Partner Program. Open to eligible professionals and their dependent children, the program provides tuition discounts and undergraduate scholarships to preferred partners. To kick off the initiative, Clark State College has signed on as the program’s inaugural member.
Bahamas Field Study
Eleven students, led by biology professors Jim Welch, Kathy Reinsel, and Richard Phillips, spent three weeks at the Gerace Research Centre on San Salvador, the Bahamas — one of Wittenberg's most popular field study experiences. From snorkeling, stingrays, sharks, shallows, Sand Dollar Reef, and more, the group engaged in practical, hands-on learning that often leads to more extensive collaborative research projects between students and faculty. Read about their adventures here.
2023-2024 Athletics Highlights
The 2023-24 school year was filled with wins and lofty achievement for Wittenberg’s teams and student-athletes, as evidenced by the Tigers’ third-place finish in the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) All-Sports standings. In addition, women’s volleyball won the NCAC Tournament title, and men’s volleyball claimed the Midwest Collegiate Volleyball League (MCVL) regular season title. Women’s volleyball and men’s golf both competed in their respective NCAA Division III Tournaments, and student-athletes representing men’s and women’s cross country, women’s indoor track and field, and men’s and women’s outdoor track and field competed in national events.
There's Still Time: Give by June 30
Since 1845, we have been preparing students for a lifetime of success. We remain steadfast in our commitment to continue preparing our students to live meaningful and purposeful lives. Wittenberg depends on the continued support of generous and committed champions. As we approach the end of the fiscal year, please support and invest now in our immediate institutional priorities.
Join the Benjamin Prince Society
Named for beloved teacher, scholar, and servant-leader, the Benjamin Prince Society is an annual giving society that recognizes leaders who pass their light by giving back. Membership is easy and tiered to make it accessible to all alumni. Become a leader in giving back by joining the Benjamin Prince Society! Learn more about the Benjamin Prince Society
IRA Giving Impacts Wittenberg’s Future
Did you know that your IRA can make a difference in the lives of our students? As we continue our commitment to enrich the lives of our community, we are reminded of the profound impact thoughtful contributions can have on students. For those who are 70 or older, donating from your IRA presents a meaningful opportunity to support higher education while also benefiting your own financial planning. Learn More
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