Baldwin Wallace University

Five Baldwin Wallace University softball student-athletes have been named to the 2026 College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District Team.

The Baldwin Wallace University Honors Program officially inducted 56 students during the spring 2026 semester. The program strives to create a learning environment, both inside and outside the classroom, that engages the whole student, connects theoretical ideas to real-world applications, fosters independent thinking, and brings students together into a community of scholars.

The Baldwin Wallace University Center for Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement is pleased to announce a new class of BW Student Ambassadors, a student organization that fosters relationships between BW alumni and the University.

The White Rose Ceremony is held annually in memory of Philura Gould Baldwin, BW's first librarian and granddaughter of BW founder John Baldwin. An oration is given, and select female graduates carry white roses in memory of Philura, whose life was cut short by consumption at age 26. While no criteria must be met, each woman must have distinguished herself by making a difference in the BW community.

Fifty participants raised over $1,500 at the 25th Annual Dance Marathon at Baldwin Wallace University. Dance Marathon is the largest philanthropic organization on campus, raising funds for the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. The event has generated more than $500,000 for the foundation since 2001.

Baldwin Wallace University congratulates our fall 2025 graduates. The following students have fulfilled all requirements for their graduate and/or undergraduate degrees.

The following students have been named to the Dean's List for the fall 2025 semester at Baldwin Wallace University, according to Interim Provost Linda Chase. The Dean's List recognizes students who earn a grade point average of 3.8 or higher while enrolled in 12 or more graded hours during the semester.

A distinguished group of students at Baldwin Wallace University has reached BW's pinnacle of academic achievement by being inducted into the Dayton C. Miller Honor Society. Fewer than 4% of the undergraduate student body achieves membership in the Society.

Brain Fellows are student leaders addressing today's most complex and challenging social issues while educating and empowering the community to take action.

Named scholarships were earned by 733 students at Baldwin Wallace University this fall. BW has a long history of scholarship support from alumni, faculty, trustees and friends. Over 475 named scholarships provide more than $5 million to help students attend, persist and graduate from BW. In addition, they carry on the donors' legacies through the lives of the students who receive their support. The scholarships vary in requirements, with many specifying financial need, a course of study, involvement on campus or a commitment to excellence in a particular field.

Twenty-four students participated in BW's faculty-led study abroad seminar in Ireland during the spring semester. Led by Drs. Denise Kohn, Debra Janas and Lori Long, the seminar combined travel writing, community engagement and diversity education.

Students at Baldwin Wallace University elected their 113th student body president and vice president. The winning team of president Leah Kania of Albion, New York, and vice president Aniya Qualls of Elyria, Ohio, officially took office during an inauguration ceremony held on Tuesday, Feb. 25.

BW celebrates outstanding multicultural students each spring with the Dr. Obie Bender Multicultural Awards. The awards honor and affirm the contributions of underrepresented members of the BW community as well as those who contribute to the overall spirit of inclusion. The awards are named for Dr. Obie Bender '62, who was an officer of the University for 36 years. Throughout his tenure, Bender provided exceptional leadership as a BW administrative liaison and was responsible for intercollegiate athletics, campus security and the health and physical education and recreation facilities.

Twelve students pursued research of their own design under a faculty mentor's supervision as part of BW's Summer Scholars program.

Under the direction of assistant professor of acting and directing Laura Welsh Berg, BW students staged Josie Rourke's 2018 adaptation of William Shakespeare's "Measure for Measure."

Ovation, BW's annual celebration of student achievement, showcased student success in research, scholarship, experiential learning, the arts and more. The Day of Excellence featured student work from every school of the university through posters, displays, live presentations and performances.

Each spring, Baldwin Wallace University recognizes student achievement with a variety of scholarships and awards for academics, athletics, service and leadership at the Academic Honor Awards ceremony.

Baldwin Wallace University announces the 2023-24 LaunchNET interns. Interns are trained to assist BW entrepreneurs by participating in confidential venture coaching meetings. Additionally, they lead LaunchNET's marketing efforts and coordinate entrepreneurial programming across campus.