Author: Ivy Miller

New BNT Company Centered On Mental Health

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By Michael DeMuro ‘27

Over the summer of 2025, Emmanuel Onyemali ’26, a Senior Wyoming Seminary student, and Levi Sprague started a new clothing company named Better Next Time (BNT). Not only does BNT sell a wide variety of high-quality clothing, but it also serves as a platform to spread mental health awareness through its message, ‘Better next time.’ This message serves not as an excuse, but as permission to fail, as well as motivation for improvement. Whether it’s a loss in a wrestling match, a bad performance in football, or a failing grade on a test, the message means that next time, you will be better, you will not make the same mistakes, and you will slowly become an improved version of yourself.

Onyemali’s inspiration for creating this clothing brand was his mother, and their struggle together during their transition from Nigeria to Canada about seven years ago. When things began to settle down for him and his family, he decided to use his story of strength to help his friends and family, who he knew struggled with mental health. Onyemali decided to use clothing as the main way to market his message because the way we armor our bodies with clothes is the way we should armor our minds with positive energy and the ability to control how we react to tough situations. 

Currently, BNT has around 500 followers across all social media platforms and is growing steadily. In fact, BNT has been named the number one small business in Canada for 2025. Additionally, Onyemali was featured on CBC national radio to talk about his company and the message that it delivers. When asked how BNT reflects Wyoming Seminary, Rachel Bartron, Head of the Upper School campus, said, “…Better Next Time is the constant conversation that our adults and students have regarding anything that students are doing.” 

The way that the name, Better Next Time, was created is also quite extraordinary. As Onyemali put it, “When I thought about the name, it appeared to me in a dream a month prior… fast forward a month, and I’m sitting in my basement, and it kinda just popped in my head, like a downward from God Himself.” It was also conveniently short and catchy, so he stuck with it, giving the world the powerful movement that we have now. 

When asked about the ultimate legacy Onyemali wants to leave behind with his company, he said, “The biggest legacy is healing. Healing generations by spreading a good message. That is the legacy I want to and I will leave behind.”

Wyoming Seminary Presents Blood Brothers

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By Abby Ryu ’26

The 2025-2026 Wyoming Seminary Fall Musical Blood Brothers took place this past weekend, November 7-9, on the Kirby Center for Creative Arts (KCCA) stage. For those who did not attend, Blood Brothers, originally written by Willy Russell in 1983, tells the tale of twins who were separated at birth and grow up in very different socioeconomic classes. Chloe Caputo ‘26 played the poor mother, forced to trade one of her twins, played by Sophia Roper ‘28 and Kurt Soreth ‘26, to a rich infertile mother, Kate Barth ‘26, as she could not support both financially. 

The cast worked tirelessly throughout the months leading up to opening night under the guidance of director Mr. Sherry and faculty advisors like Mr. Harvey and Mrs. Voijtko. Every day was spent rehearsing, either blocking (positioning actors on stage) or working on music or dancing. When asked about the most difficult part of preparations, Sophomore George Malloy ‘25 didn’t hesitate in his response: “the accent, which is Scouse or RP British depending on the social class.” Regardless of the challenges however, the cast did not falter in continuing to put forth their best effort and it definitely paid off; the work poured into the production was very clearly felt by the audience. 

This year marked the end of an era in Wyoming Seminary Theatre as it bid farewell to many long-time staple performers–Kurt Soreth ‘26, Chloe Caputo ‘26, and Kate Barth ‘26. When asked about her feelings towards participating in her last Wyoming Seminary Fall Musical, senior Chloe Caputo ‘26 reminisced “I have made some of my best friends through SEM theatre and will always cherish memories I’ve made here. However, I’m also very excited to see what’s next for me in the future.” A similar sentiment–nostalgia towards the past but also excitement for the future–is felt towards Wyoming Seminary Theatre more broadly as this year welcomed new performers and featured younger names in leading roles like Sophomore Sophia Roper ‘28. The performance, all in all, served as an unforgettable final bow for seniors and left both the audience, as well as the performers, in excited anticipation for what’s to come next year!

Grandparents Day Brings Generations Together

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By Melia Benetos ‘27


There are not many things more special than the bond between grandparents and their grandchildren. On Grandparents’ Day, held on September 25, 2025, the Wyoming Seminary community came together to celebrate that special connection through a meaningful chapel service, followed by a delicious lunch.

The day started with the chapel service in the Kirby Center for Creative Arts, led by Wyoming Seminary’s very own Reverend Carrick. He spoke passionately about the importance of spending time with grandparents, speaking about his memories with his grandparents and how blessed he feels to have spent that time with them. The Chorale ensemble also performed, with Hannah Salesky ‘26 playing the cello and Ricky Qian ‘28 playing the piano alongside them. Nancy Dahal ‘28, a member of the chorale ensemble, had a great time performing with the choir, saying “as a member of the ensemble, I was enthusiastic going into the performance! It was truly lovely to see so many families together, and I will certainly remember the experience!” This sentiment was shared by students, faculty, and grandparents alike throughout the day. From the heartfelt performances to the emotional speeches given, the Grandparents’ Day chapel reminded the community how important it is to cherish time with grandparents.

Following the chapel service, families gathered to share lunch in the Carpenter Athletic Center. From savory sandwiches to sweet cookies, lunch was a hit! But, it was not only about the food; the lunch gave students the opportunity to bond and make memories with their grandparents. Tables were lit up by conversation, laughter, and joyful reminiscence. Students introduced their grandparents to friends and classmates, while also showing their grandparents what life is like on the Wyoming Seminary campus. It was a lovely opportunity for families to slow down and enjoy each other’s company through good food and memorable stories of life.

Wyoming Seminary’s celebration of Grandparents’ Day was a truly enchanting and unforgettable experience that reminded the school community of the faith, love, and wisdom that are passed down from generation to generation. Grandparents and grandchildren left the wondrous day carrying new memories and a deeper connection with both their family and peers. The Wyoming Seminary community is beyond thankful to all of the grandparents and family members who joined us for this special day that was definitely one to remember.