Faculty
A strong teaching faculty is the principal academic resource of
Wheeling Jesuit University. All courses are taught by full-time or
adjunct faculty members with advanced degrees. Most senior faculty
teach introductory as well as advanced seminars.
While teaching is the primary concern of the faculty, the
University encourages continuing education and research through a
sabbatical program and faculty development funds. Faculty are able to
update their own learning and bring new concepts and methods to
their teaching roles; including increasing use of modern technologies.
Bishop Hodges Library
The Library is a fully automated modern facility featuring a web
based catalog, online journal holdings and several full text databases,
which are accessible from remote locations 24 hours a day. Library
holdings include 155,953 print volumes, 120,278 microforms and
504 print journal subscriptions. An additional 1,300–plus full text
journals are accessed through the library’s 34 online databases.
Customized searches, expedited document delivery and other knowledge
management and instruction services are provided by reference
librarians. Copy machines, microform reader/printers, wireless laptops
and group study rooms are available for the use of library patrons.
Information Technology Services
ITS computer labs are open to all Wheeling Jesuit University
students. The computer labs are open seven days a week. Labs are
located in the Acker Science Center, Ignatius Hall and McHugh
Hall. The labs are used by students to complete computer related
assignments, check e-mail or to access the Internet. Many classes
meet regularly in ITS labs for computer assisted instruction. Other
services offered by ITS include student accounts for email and
Blackboard’s CourseInfo (our web-based course management system)
and residence hall network connections. ITS also offers interactive,
multi-media training on the Microsoft Office applications to
all full-time juniors and seniors. ITS employs more than 20 students
each semester to serve as lab monitors, HelpDesk assistants and
office workers.
Academic Resource Center (ARC)
The support services of the Academic Resource Center, located
on the ground floor of Ignatius Hall, are available at no additional
charge to all enrolled students at Wheeling Jesuit University. The
ARC exists to provide academic assistance to any student in any
class offered by Wheeling Jesuit University. This assistance may
take the form of one-on-one academic instruction, group study, or
computer software guidance. Students may enhance skills in subjects
ranging from the core classes, to mathematics and sciences, to writing
term papers, senior theses and projects. Counseling is available
in academic “survival” skills such as time management, note-taking,
studying and test-taking. A number of study groups also operate as
needed; please contact the ARC for a list of study group subjects and
times. Computing resources include: word processing, e-mail and
web browsing, in addition to software packages specifically earmarked
to supplement classroom instruction. During Fall and Spring semesters,
hours are Sunday from 2 - 11 p.m., Monday, Tuesday and
Wednesday from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Thursday from 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.
and Friday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. The ARC is typically open between
20-30 hours a week during both summer sessions. Appointments
may be scheduled by calling (304)243-4473 or by stopping in the
ARC during business hours.
For more information about services, hours and helpful writing
and study aids, visit our website at http://www4.wju.edu/arc/.
Media Services
The Media Services department provides audiovisual equipment
and services to students, faculty and administration. Audiovisual
equipment can be reserved in a multitude of ways, and will be
delivered to instructional locations on campus. The Media Services
department also offers audio and visual tape duplication of
non-copyright protected materials, off-satellite taping of licensed
programming and videotaping of on-campus events by request.
Currently, Donahue 128, 129 and various rooms in the Acker Science
Center are theater-style classrooms that have built-in multimedia systems
for computer demonstrations, video or cable presentations and
document imaging.
Performing Arts and Lectures
Wheeling Jesuit University’s Troy Theater is the venue for a
vibrant and active performing arts program. The program encompasses
a variety of disciplines including: acting, vocal music, dance,
set design and construction, lighting/sound technology, stage properties,
costuming, stage management and house management.
A typical season consists of four student productions that include
drama or comedy, children’s theater, one act plays or readings and a
fully staged musical production complete with a professional
orchestra. The WJU Singers’ concerts, a diverse and educational
series of invited professional productions and a multi-disciplinary
series of guest lecturers complete the season.
The performing arts program at Wheeling Jesuit University is
designed to develop and enhance the students’ overall appreciation
for the arts through active participation or as an audience member.
Students are encouraged to become involved and to explore their
creative talents. Auditions are open to all WJU students and admission
to all performing arts and lecture events are free with a WJU
student I.D.
