Author Archives: Kendall Westgate

By Elina Ivanova and Techiya Jackson  Campus Ministry hosted its annual Ultimate Frisbee Tournament on Tuesday, April 16 at 8 p.m. in the Koehler Recreational Center. Now in its fifth year, the tournament welcomed students of all competition levels; whether experienced or new to the game, all are invited to join, play, or watch.  “We’ve […]

By Kaitlyn Fisher and Lucille Snoke   As the spring semester begins to wind down, staff at Henderson Dining Hall aim to improve student dining experience as breakfast attendance numbers declined.   Recently, staff members noticed a decrease in the number of students coming to the dining hall during early breakfast hours.   Dining services attribute the low […]

By Cameo Cedarleaf and Paige Walter  The Ruscilli Family Bookstore, located in the Center for Student Life and College of Business building, serves as a vital hub for academic resources and school spirit. Open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., the bookstore offers a wide range of college-branded apparel, textbooks and gifts, […]

By Sydnee Deyo and Steele Boysel On April 23 from 7-9 p.m. the University Writing Center is hosting its annual Portfolio Smash.   Sean Steele, a Graduate Writing Consultant, says all students and projects are welcome to the Writing Center.   “Any paper or project that involves putting words together the Writing Center can help,” Steele […]

By Mackala Krichbaum, KrichbaumM@Findlay.edu The Mazza Museum at the University of Findlay is set to expand with donations in various forms.  “The Mazza Museum receives donations of all types, but generally monetary donations are something that we get on a yearly basis,” Benjamin Sapp, Mazza Museum Director, said. “We have a fun drive that starts […]

By Victoria Hansen, HansenV@Findlay.edu Although the controversial Senate Bill 1 signed into law on March 28, a group of professors from Youngstown State University and elsewhere plan to reverse it.   Under Ohio state law, any bill passed by the General Assembly can go on the ballot as a referendum for voters to approve or reject […]

By Libby Sapp and Eli Schroeder  With graduation season approaching, excitement builds for students and staff alike. Carter Sapp, a campus grounds crew member for nine months, plays a crucial role in preparing the campus for this celebrated event, alongside his team.  “We take a lot of pride in what we do,” Carter said. “It […]

By Pulse Staff University of Findlay president, Dr. Katherine Fell, released a statement via email today about the ongoing issues with visas for international college students and it implies there have been a least some possible visa terminations at UF.  Her email states:  Dear Oilers,   I am writing to share an update regarding international students […]

By Victoria Hansen, HansenV@Findlay.edu After 63 years of service, the Findlay Mall shut its doors officially on January 31, 2025. However, the Maurices and Bath and Body Works still occupy their space.   “I want to say [construction] will start at the beginning of April, but I know that they have started doing some things, like […]

By Eli Schroeder, SchroederE2@Findlay.edu A team of four business students from the University of Findlay traveled to Las Vegas from Feb. 23-25 to compete in the National Grocers Association (NGA) Show, where they networked, learned from industry experts, and tested their skills against teams from 12 other universities.  From Feb. 23-25, the National Grocers Association […]

Free relaxation space offers massage chairs, meditation tools, and stress relief ahead of finals week By Techiya Jackson, JacksonT1@Findlay.edu With finals week fast approaching, stress levels among students at the University of Findlay rise. To help students manage their mental well-being, the University of Findlay Counseling Services introduced a new resource this spring called the […]

By Andrea Hoffman, HoffmanA1@Findlay.edu Day of Giving

By Victoria Hansen, HansenV@Findlay.edu President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled “Improving Education Outcomes by Empowering Parents, States, and Communities” at 4:40 p.m. on Thursday, March 20. The 669-word-long order had one objective: shutting down the US Department of Education.  “The Secretary of Education shall, to the maximum extent appropriate and permitted by law, […]

Sarah Fedirka, Ph.D. Associate Professor and Chair of English, Religious Studies, and Philosophy Fedirka@Findlay.edu This column is part of a series published each week in the Pulse for the rest of the semester from the Watterson Institute for Ethical Leadership working group members.  Last week in this space, I invited us to reflect on our […]

By Lucille Snoke, SnokeL@Findlay.edu University of Findlay students find themselves battling more than just midterms—flu numbers have skyrocketed, leaving many wondering what’s causing the sudden outbreak.  Director of Health Services at the University of Findlay, Tara Smith, leads the on-campus endeavors to keep all students well and healthy year-round. Influenza A numbers on UF’s campus alone […]

By Eli Schroeder, SchroederE2@Findlay.edu Mayor Christina Muryn recently addressed the current state of Findlay, Ohio, sharing her insights on the city’s latest developments and updates. During the session, she answered questions from the public, reflecting on community sentiment and the city’s future direction.  On Feb. 12, at 5 p.m., WFIN’s Chris Oaks kicked off what […]

University of Findlay’s International Night brings cultures together through food, music and celebration  By Elina Ivanova, IvanovaE@Findlay.edu University of Findlay hosts International Night on April 10 from 5-8 p.m., allowing students and the local community to explore global cultures through food, performances, and cultural exhibits.   Organized by the Buford Center for Diversity and Service, […]

By Mackala Kirchbaum, KirchbaumM@Findlay.edu Brought to the University through grant funds, the Zen Zone – located in AMU room 3B — officially opened to faculty, students, and staff in need of relaxation.  “We got grant funds from the Ohio Department of Higher Education, so this is all grant funded so none of this was paid […]

By Victoria Hansen, HansenV@Findlay.edu A surprise donation of 40 dozen eggs left Buford Center staff scrambling to find takers.  University of Findlay students received an egg-stremely odd email March 3 stating that the Buford Center received a large number of eggs due to a shipping error.   “Error for them however a benefit for the […]

By Victoria Hansen, HansenV@Findlay.edu On Feb. 23, around 50 KKK “recruitment flyers” littered the ground in Findlay, Bowling Green, Bluffton and Perrysburg.  “It is my belief that this material was distributed in an effort to gain attention, create fear, and fan the flames of dehumanization and intimidation toward members of our community. This is unacceptable […]