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Josephine Barnhart '21 came to Westminster College looking for a place where she could focus on her studies while continuing to play the sport she loves—soccer. Today, Josephine is a podiatry student in Miami, Florida, pursuing her goal of becoming a podiatric surgeon. Since graduating, she earned her Master of Biomedical Science from Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine and gained valuable work experience during a gap year before beginning medical school. For Josephine, Westminster provided the academic foundation, supportive professors, and close-knit community that helped prepare her for the next steps in her journey.
Read on to see how her Westminster experience taught her the importance of prioritizing her goals, surrounding herself with people who push her to succeed, and trusting that all the hard work will pay off!
| | | Homecoming & Reunion Weekend brought Titans back to campus for a celebration filled with tradition, friendship and plenty of Titan pride! Alumni and friends returned to reconnect with classmates, cheer on the Titans, revisit campus memories and celebrate the Westminster community. From exciting events and reunions to cheering from the sidelines, it was a memorable weekend that reminded us that once a Titan, always a Titan! Check out our Homecoming 2026 Photos below! | | |
Click the image above to view Homecoming Photos
*More photos and reunion group photos will be posted in the coming weeks
| | Congratulations to our 2026 Alumni Award Winners! | | Alumni Citation Award Winners | |
Arthur “Skip” Winter ’73
Thomas J. O’Shane ’69
Dr. Bryan P. Hooks ’01
| | Young Alumni Award Winner | William James “Jimmy” Newman ’16 | | |
Ireland Trip 2027
Alumni and Friends Invited!
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Become a Towering Titan
Support Westminster’s student-athletes and make a lasting impact on Titan Athletics by joining the Towering Titans Organization! A gift of $50 or more to athletics qualifies you for TTO membership and exclusive benefits. Your support helps provide opportunities and resources for Westminster teams, including recruiting, travel, equipment, facilities, and other program needs. Join the Towering Titan family today and help our Titans continue to thrive!
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Washington DC (DMV) Titan Alumni Happy Hour
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Join fellow Titan alumni and friends for a relaxed evening of connection and conversation in Alexandria, Virginia, hosted by Sebastian Driver-Salazar '05.
| |  | The Foster Art Gallery is showcasing the creative work of Westminster alumni from a variety of graduating years and artistic disciplines through Oct. 23. The exhibition features 13 alumni artists, highlighting the diverse talents and creativity of the Westminster community. Alumni, students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to view the exhibition and celebrate the accomplishments of these talented Titans. | Click here to learn more. | | | |
Clash of the Titans
November 17 - 19
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Get ready for Clash of the Titans, Westminster’s annual athletic fundraising campaign! Coming up this November, Titan fans, alumni, families and friends will have the opportunity to support their favorite Westminster athletic teams. Every gift helps provide valuable resources and opportunities for our student-athletes.
| | | Click on the buttons below to view photos from our most recent events! | | | | This year marks the final season for Westminster College’s Celebrity Series. For nearly 60 years, the Series has brought outstanding music, theater, dance and entertainment to Westminster’s campus and the region, and this year is no exception. If you’ve been thinking about attending another Celebrity Series performance, this is your last opportunity. Visit www.westminster.edu/celebrity for information about upcoming shows and ticket availability. | | Click here to read the article. | | |
Westminster Ranked No. 2 for Best Value
Westminster College has been ranked No. 2 for Best Value among Regional Colleges North in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges guide. The recognition places Westminster among the region’s highest-ranked institutions for providing students with a high-quality education at an affordable cost. Westminster also earned No. 3 for Best Undergraduate Teaching Programs, No. 6 among Top Private Colleges and No. 12 overall.
| | | | When you make your new fiscal year gift, you’ll hear from one of our newest students, May Fenwick. Be sure to view her video in your next online gift confirmation! | | Kate McKenzie '02 was recently promoted to Vice President of Development and Donors Services at The Pittsburgh Foundation. | Alex K Scull '12 was appointed Trustee by Palumbo Charitable Trust. | | Laura (Kelanic) Taylor '96 recently earned a Doctor of Education from the University of Virginia in May 2026. She studied Curriculum & Instruction with a focus in Social & Emotional Learning. | Molly (Householder) Phennicie '03 was named High Impact teacher in the Lee County School District based on student performance. | | Julie (Evenoski) Peles '09 recently started a New Castle Family Chapter through the National Stuttering Association (NSA). The NSA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting people who stutter and their families. | | Heather (Bloom) Hall's '95 work in the Fraternity Sorority Life, as Director of Activities and Engagement at Pitt Johnstown, was highlighted this summer at two different national fraternity conventions. She received the Fraternity Sorority Advisor of the Year Award and the Distinguished Fraternal Leadership Award. | | |
Jerry Schmitt ’82 continues to make his mark in college football as the longtime head coach of Duquesne University. A Pittsburgh native and Westminster football alumnus, Schmitt played offensive line for the Titans before returning to Westminster as head coach in 2000. He went on to become head coach at Duquesne in 2005.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette recently featured Schmitt in “Why coach Jerry Schmitt — a ‘true yinzer through and through’ — can’t picture leaving Duquesne,” highlighting his deep Pittsburgh roots and enduring connection to Duquesne football.
| | | Share a Titan Kudos of your own, by submitting an alumni update. | | | | Ben ’96 and Kelly ’95 Yeager began their Homecoming weekend by returning to campus to see the student collaboration space they made possible in the Hoyt Science Center through their generosity. | | |
Looking for something to listen to while you’re studying, driving around campus, or heading home for the weekend? Tune in to Titan Radio, Westminster’s student-run radio station!
From music and entertainment to campus voices and special programming, Titan Radio offers a little something for everyone. Whether you’re a longtime listener or have never tuned in before, now is a great time to discover what’s playing.
Listen to Titan Radio at 88.9 FM or online at titanradiolive.com. Turn it on, turn it up, and stay connected with Westminster!
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How can we help?
Contact the Office of Alumni Engagement at Westminster in the Wiley Alumni House, next to Eich.
📞 724.946.7364
📧 alumni@westminster.edu
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