Category: News

By Melia Benetos ‘27

On Monday, January 19th, Wyoming Seminary students came together to honor the life and lasting influence of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through an incredible opening chapel, student-led workshops, community service, and an all-advisory debrief. The day started with a lovely chapel led by Reverend Carrick, who talked about how important it is to remember Dr. King and how hard he worked to help bring equality through peaceful protests. After the ceremony, students made their way to workshops led by their peers. From “Becoming Powerfully Chalant” to “Different Beginnings, One Journey: Exploring how Diversity Forms Communities and Enriches Traditions,” there was truly a workshop where everybody could learn about something new and truly put themselves into somebody else’s shoes. Simran Sharma ‘27 reflected on her experience, saying “MLK day was an amazing experience because we got to go to different workshops and learn about the different aspects of oppression. I think it was a great way for students to learn more about the effects of MLK day outside of classes.” Simran participated in the workshops “Education for All? Access, Censorship, and Prejudice in Learning” and “Crash Course on the AIDS Crisis.” Nancy Dahal ‘28 had similar feelings, sharing that “MLK day was a really interesting new experience! I deeply appreciated all of the work of the presenters and I thought the workshops I was in were really fascinating! I also got off well with everyone in my slates, so I found it a really fun day off from school!” Nancy engaged in the “Crash Course on the AIDS Crisis” and “Misogynoir: Hardships that Black Women Face in Modern Day Society.” After attending their workshops, students and faculty enjoyed lunch and then came back together in their advisory groups to debrief about what they learned and what Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy meant to them. Although both students and faculty originally saw MLK day as a well-deserved day off from a busy school day, throughout the day, they discovered that it was so much more than that: it was an opportunity for everyone to get educated on many different topics and come together to remember Dr. King’s lasting impact on the world.

By Simran Sharma ‘27

On Friday, October 10th, students and faculty were excited to welcome parents to campus to learn more about student life and to discuss students’ work so far. Students were also looking forward to having a half day on Friday, October 10th and a long weekend from October 13th to 14th. The short break gave students an opportunity to relax while gearing up for the second half of the fall term and enjoying other fun activities around campus, such as the homecoming football game and the dance. 

Parent-teacher conferences started during the second half of the school day on Friday and concluded on Saturday. This was an amazing opportunity for parents to explore campus and meet with teachers. Also, on Friday, Wyoming Seminary hosted a western-themed tailgating party before the varsity football game for parents, alumni, staff, and friends. Lawn games were provided, and there were many more fun activities around campus for students to enjoy. 

On Saturday, October 11th, parents had the chance to speak with the athletic director, coaches, and captains of the athletic teams in the morning during breakfast. They also had the chance to meet faculty and alumni for a picnic lunch in Fleck Hall at noon.

Families could shop around at the school store to stock up on some Sem gear from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the Student Center. While on campus, families could also support the arts by coming to the fine and performing arts showcase, which happened from 1:00-2:00 PM in the Kirby Center for the Creative Arts. Parents got a sneak peek at all the amazing work that students created throughout the fall term. Kaila Chung ‘27 mentioned how “the art show included an incredible performance by the students from the arts department, and it was a great way for parents to discover what students have accomplished.”

To conclude parents weekend on Saturday, there was a sports hall of fame banquet at 5:30 PM in Fleck Hall. Tickets were $25 per person and were available for purchase until October 9th. Sem welcomed six new inductees into the 2025 Hall of Fame during the banquet. The inductees include Karen Klassner, the former field hockey coach, Ryan Molitoric ‘06 for soccer, basketball, and football, Matthew O’Donnell ‘98 for swimming, George Parkhurst ‘12 for tennis, Lauren Skudalski McMullan ‘11 for field hockey, basketball, and lacrosse, and Jessica Swoboda ‘11 for field hockey. 

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.