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University officially kicks off 2020-2021 year with first of six Ivy Ceremonies
It still occurred, even during the Depression and World War II. But now today, on August 11, 2020, the oldest and most cherished tradition in William Woods University (WWU) history still managed to break new ground. Welcome to the first-ever WWU Ivy Ceremony that occurred during a global pandemic. Actually, today’s event that marks the […]
WWU Equestrian Science program plots way forward during pandemic
The William Woods University stables, usually a hub of activity, took on a decidedly different feel in the middle of March 2020. That was when the WWU campus closed because of COVID-19. Jennie Petterson, the Director of Equestrian Studies, was first struck by how quiet it was one day in late March as she walked […]
William Woods University announces revision of fall semester 2020 academic schedule
Undergraduate classes to resume one week earlier in August, finish earlier in November In a nod to campus and community health and safety, William Woods University(WWU) announced today a revision to its 2020 fall semester class schedule that will begin in August. Fall semester classes on the WWU campus in Fulton will now begin on […]
Tips for job hunting during COVID 19 from Director of Career Services Amy Dittmer
WWU alums on the front lines, risking their lives in the fight against COVID-19
For William Woods University graduates who went confidently into the “real world” during the past few years, the notion that they would one day be facing a global pandemic like COVID-19 would have seemed unthinkable. But the past two months have fundamentally changed the world for everyone, especially for the dedicated first responders and medical […]
William Woods University re-opens campus, announces intention to start fall semester in August
William Woods University (WWU) announced today its intention to welcome back students for the start of fall semester on time, with in-person instruction, as originally scheduled in August. The 2020 fall semester will begin on Monday, August 24. The announcement comes during the week when the University began a phased return to campus for a […]
William Woods University announces room and board adjustments for students and their families
Latest initiative by University is for families of students to help ease the financial burden of COVID-19 In the latest measure to help ease the financial burden on the families of its students, William Woods University (WWU) will be issuing pro-rated adjustments for room and board expenses incurred during the current semester. The University […]
Ask the Professor: How to adjust from in-person to online classes?
Learning and teaching in pajamas, on the couch with the laptop on one’s lap and coffee in hand, is the new normal at William Woods University. Since moving all in-person classes to online learning on March 16, the WWU Community is abiding by the social distancing and safety guidelines to help defend against the COVID-19 […]
5 Questions for Kristen Oesch, WWU Nurse Practitioner
Nurses and other health care professionals have been the heroes of the COVID-19 crisis. Taking care of, educating, and helping to prevent the spread of illness on the WWU campus is the role that Nurse Practitioner Kristen Oesch has performed for over 10 years. Never has that role been more critical than now. Reporter Veronica […]
William Woods University waives late fees and removes registration holds for students’ families
Initiatives for families of WWU students to help ease the financial burden of COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted every facet of society. Now, William Woods University (WWU) is stepping up to help one of the many segments of the population that is feeling the financial bite of the crisis – families. Today, WWU President, […]