Informing the Berea and Baldwin Wallace University Communities Since 1913

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A photo of the Boesel Musical Arts Center.
Students, alumni and faculty discuss disconnect between conservatory and campus
BW students take on the Super Bowl.
Sport management department provides students with global experiences
The election watch party flyer.
Election watch party sparks civic discourse
The BW Esports team at the Greater Lakes Esports Conference.
BW esports wins several conference championships after receiving new lounge
A photo of psychology professor David Disabato.
Professor conducts research in mental health of Northeast Ohio citizens
A photo of the Boesel Musical Arts Center.
Students, alumni and faculty discuss disconnect between conservatory and campus
BW students take on the Super Bowl.
Sport management department provides students with global experiences
The BW Esports team at the Greater Lakes Esports Conference.
BW esports wins several conference championships after receiving new lounge
A photo of psychology professor David Disabato.
Professor conducts research in mental health of Northeast Ohio citizens
A picture of Strosacker Hall during the daytime.
Students and faculty react to the disbandment of the Center for Inclusion
A photo of psychology professor David Disabato.
Professor conducts research in mental health of Northeast Ohio citizens
Brooke Balamenti holds up her new book "Under the Same Stars."
Returning to Stodgekins: university alumna publishes sequel to her book ‘The Mind Field’
A photo of students walking around North Campus.
Students and alumni of BW note many changes throughout history
A headshot of Alli St. John.
Alumna on path for a stronger future with BW experiences
Ohio state representative candidate Chris Glassburn stands with his daughter at a fundraising event at Fat Little Buddies on March 14.
Alumnus Chris Glassburn wins Democratic primary for Ohio state representative
Local Berea café, Café Ah-Roma, hosted U.S. House of Representatives candidate on April 13.
U.S. House candidate holds meet and greet at Café Ah-Roma
Photo rendering of the treehouse, consisting of one main platform and two seperate tree platforms accessible through bridges.
Treehouse project underway at Coe Lake
Berea Midpark High School will be impacted by the recent change.
Proposal passes to change number of divisions for high school sports
Reporter's Notebook: Berea City Council
Reporter’s Notebook: Feb. 20 Berea City Council
Project Manager Chuck Fawcett discusses potential improvements to transportation safety on Front Street.
Final Berea community meeting held for transportation safety
Incumbent Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Michael O'Malley has held his position since 2017.
Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Democratic bid resurfaces questions over Tamir Rice case
Left to right: U.S. Senate candidates, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose, Bernie Moreno and Ohio Senator Matt Dolan debate at Fox 8 Studios.
Republican U.S. Senate candidates speak against college campuses in primary debate
BW community and local drag queens react to spate of anti-drag efforts
Sustainability Summit participants share thoughts on University’s sustainability efforts
Regal theater in North Olmsted the latest in rash of local, nationwide closures
The election watch party flyer.
Election watch party sparks civic discourse
Vivek Ramaswamy speaking at the Conservative Political Action Conference on Feb. 24.
Former presidential candidate urges students to ‘save this country’ in speech at OSU
Local Berea café, Café Ah-Roma, hosted U.S. House of Representatives candidate on April 13.
U.S. House candidate holds meet and greet at Café Ah-Roma
Protesters gather outside the Student Center, chanting and booing as Rittenhouse’s supporters leave the building after his speech.
Kyle Rittenhouse speech at Kent State sparks student protest
TikTok is currently facing the potential for a heavy regulatory hurdle.
Tiktok ban moves to Senate after landslide House vote
CHROMAKOPIA: The World Tour official artwork.
Review: Tyler, the Creator’s “CHROMAKOPIA” is a scattered magnum opus
Art the Clown dressed as Santa in "Terrifier 3."
Review: ‘Terrifier 3’ continues to improve on the slasher genre’s newest franchise
Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh in "We Live in Time."
Review: ‘We Live in Time’ is a beautiful film battling obvious production flaws
Hugh Grant as Mr. Reed in "Heretic."
Review: A24 tackles religion in new film ‘Heretic’
Mikey Madison as the young Brooklyn stripper Anora.
Review: ‘Anora’ has become entertainment’s newest underdog
Brian Rector and Will Horvath standing outside of the BW tennis courts.
Future of BW men’s tennis team looks promising as recruiting success continues
During the end of one of their last timeouts, the team huddled together to discuss strategy.
Women’s basektball pushes to third round of NCAA playoffs
Left to right: David Lamb and Anthony Dick at last year's Master's Golf Tournament.
Sports management students head off to Masters Tournament
Left to right: Mallory Bible, Julia Stein, Angie Case, Natty Trunko competed in the 2024 USA Racquetball National Intercollegiate Championship.
Women’s racquetball team claims national titles at intercollegiate tournament
The BW Women's Volleyball team plays a match prior to the rule change.
Women’s Volleyball speaks on new ‘double contact’ rule
Informing the Berea and Baldwin Wallace University Communities Since 1913

The Exponent
Informing the Berea and Baldwin Wallace University Communities Since 1913

The Exponent
Ursula Saadeh

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer

Ursula Saadeh is a junior Digital Media & Design: Graphic Design student pursuing a minor in Marketing from Fairview Park, Ohio. She has been a member of the Exponent since 2021 and currently works as the Senior Social Editor and as a staff writer and photographer. On campus, she is also an FYE peer leader and the president and co-founder of BW Book Jackets. 

All content by Ursula Saadeh
Jonathan Daher, David Keller and Catie Popelka performing a scene from “The Baltimore Waltz."

Student-directed production explores grief in “The Baltimore Waltz”

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
November 20, 2024
Rebecca Kenjesky as Judas Iscariot stands above the ensemble in the Wine Cast.

BWMT presents unique retelling of the Crucifixion of Christ through “Jesus Christ Superstar”

Bryanna Feagler and Ursula Saadeh
November 14, 2024
A headshot of Alli St. John.

Alumna on path for a stronger future with BW experiences

Ryan Acevedo and Ursula Saadeh
November 2, 2024
(left to right) Mikayla Adamission, Olivia Kegley, Bella Issa, Sallee Collins and Eden Susong perform a scene from “Uncommon Women and Others” which premiered in the Kleist lobby on Oct. 25.

‘Uncommon Women and Others’ brings female friendships and identity to Kleist

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
October 26, 2024
The cast of “Radamisto” performs a scene from the opera, which premiered on Oct. 11 in Playhouse Square’s Helen Theatre.

BW Voice Performance recontextualizes 18th century opera ‘Radamisto’ for modern-day audiences

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
October 16, 2024
Andrew Timmins, Nash Feiler and Jonathan McPherson perform a scene from “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead,” which premiered on Sept. 25 in Fynes Hall.

Theater students bring Shakespearean parody ‘Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead’ to BW in first Conservatory production

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
October 16, 2024
BFA Acting 2024 graduates, who will preimere their digital showcase Saturday in Kleist's Mainstage Theatre for the BW and Berea community.

BFA acting seniors demonstrate skills in digital Senior showcase

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
April 26, 2024

BWMT seniors showcase theatrical talents to launch next phase of professional careers 

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
April 6, 2024
Reporter’s Notebook: Berea City Council and Baldwin Wallace University Student Government seals.

[Photo] Decision over marijuana dispensaries to move to second reading

Annie Lindley, Staff Writer
April 5, 2024
Art displayed at the Senior Art Exhibition was produced by this year's graduating class of Studio Art students.

[Photo] Senior Art Exhibition showcases artist’s experiences

Ryan Acevedo, Staff Writer
April 3, 2024
Reporter's Notebook: Berea City Council and Baldwin Wallace University Student Government seals.

[Photo] Reporter’s Notebook: Dean of students unveils new wellness initiatives

Annie Lindley, Staff Writer
April 3, 2024

Theater students bring small-town story to BW stage with Pulitzer Prize-winning ‘Sweat’

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
March 20, 2024
Left to right: Jessi Kirtley, Luke Henson, Kenna Wilson and Anthony Mejia perform a scene from 'Ordinary Days' as members of the Uptown Cast.

‘Ordinary Days’ inspires audiences to appreciate beauty in little things

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
March 15, 2024
Reporter's Notebook: Berea City Council

[Photo] Reporter’s Notebook: Feb. 20 Berea City Council

Annie Lindley, Staff Writer
February 28, 2024
Student purchases snacks from the Groundlings Café before its recent closure.

[Photo] Cuts to theatre department lead to partial closure of Groundlings Café

Autumn Zink, Contributing Writer
February 21, 2024
Left to right: Bella Issa and Cori Slaw show the initial stage of the books they are binding.

[Photo] Book Jackets teaches members to bind books throughout spring semester

Maria Vurbic, Staff Writer
February 14, 2024
Reporter's Notebook: Berea City Council

[Photo] Reporters Notebook: Feb. 5 Berea City Council

Annie Lindley, Staff Writer
February 13, 2024
The cast of "fyoo zhe en '24: Spatial Proximity" rehearses during a run-through in Lou Higgins Dance Studio.

[Photo] Insect research inspires professor-dance show collab: ‘Fyoo Zh En ’24’

Emma Lambert, Staff Writer
February 8, 2024
Director David Alford breaks down a scene for the cast of "Beyond Therapy" during their rehearsals.

‘Beyond Therapy’ transforms reading to roars

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
February 8, 2024
Actors and actresses rehearse for the musical, which premieres on Feb. 9.

BWMT tempts audiences to ‘Ride the Cyclone’ in Beck Center collaboration

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
February 7, 2024
A selection of work by senior Sophia Morabito, who will be speaking about her work during the closing reception on Friday.

[Photo] Graphic design seniors share diverse artisitic journeys at ‘ECLIPSE’

Bryanna Feagler, Staff Writer
February 5, 2024
Reporter’s Notebook: Student Government

[Photo] Reporter’s Notebook: Berea City Council

Kayla Muro, Managing Editor
November 28, 2023
Reporter’s Notebook: Student Government & Berea City Council

[Photo] Reporter’s Notebook: Student Government

Justin Verhosek, Staff Writer
November 28, 2023
A scene from Jared Guerrasio's upcoming recital

BWMT juniors and seniors showcase creativity through in-person and virtual recitals

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
November 18, 2023
(left to right) Jennifer Jarvis and Troian Butler perform a scene from “The Laramie Project,” which premiered on Nov. 16 in the Loomis Acting Studio.

Students inspire audiences to ‘erase hate’ in verbatim theater piece ‘The Laramie Project’

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
November 16, 2023
Jessi Kirtley, who played Natasha in "Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812," performs on stage.

Theatre students and alums shine in regional premiere of ‘Great Comet’

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
October 22, 2023
(left to right) Eric Golovan, Troian Butler, and Jake Diller perform the tale of the “Three Blind Queens.”

‘The Secret in the Wings’ transports audiences into fairy-tale universe

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
October 5, 2023
Reporter's Notebook: Student Government & Berea City Council

[Photo] Reporters Notebook: Berea City Council

Kayla Muro, Managing Editor
September 29, 2023
(left to right) Jonathan McPherson, Chloe Cyr, and Gioianna DiGiorgio performing their ten-minute play: “The Elevator.”

24-Hour Theatre Festival challenges students to create theater with limited time

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
September 11, 2023
Email sent to the Baldwin Wallace student body in response to the stickers being present on campus

[Photo] White nationalism stickers found on campus reveal country-wide issue

Simon Skoutas, Executive Editor, Print
September 8, 2023

Photovoice gives opportunity for first-years to take part in Ovation, reflect on experience using unique research method

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
April 26, 2023

BWMT seniors to head to New York to launch next step of theatrical careers

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
April 15, 2023

Theatre and Dance announces its 2023-24 season

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
April 15, 2023

Students share story of empathy to Playhouse Square with pop opera ‘Bare’

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
March 31, 2023

Student composers showcase work in the Conservatory’s New Music Series

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
March 18, 2023

Beck Center youth theater students unleash zombie apocalypse in ‘William Shakespeare’s Land of the Dead’

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
March 3, 2023

Dance students collaborate with Spanish professor to share story of indigenous women in Ecuador

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
February 21, 2023

Students explore tale of queer love in Lab Series production ‘Stop Kiss’

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
February 10, 2023

BWMT haunts Beck Center in ‘Ghost’ musical adaptation

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
February 6, 2023

Conservatory changes ensemble rehearsal schedule that dated back decades

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
January 20, 2023

Virtual BWMT senior recitals stream to audiences from the comfort of home

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
December 3, 2022

Music theatre program invites audiences to a ‘Wild Party’

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
November 8, 2022

Theatre & Dance students explore “Dread Fascination” in latest dance project

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
November 1, 2022

Let’s do the time warp again: students bring first-ever shadow cast production of ‘Rocky Horror’ to campus

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
October 21, 2022

‘This is history’: “Detroit ‘67” tells a story created for – and by – Black voices

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
October 1, 2022

24-Hour Theatre Project gives students ‘nerve-wracking,’ ‘exciting’ challenge

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
September 18, 2022

Active Minds encourages students to “Stress Less” ahead of finals

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
April 24, 2022

BWMT Electrifies Playhouse Square with “The Lightning Thief”

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
April 24, 2022

Walt Disney World Conservationist Speaks to Students about Sustainability Efforts

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
April 3, 2022

“Twelfth Night” Sees Shakespearean Comedy Washed Ashore on Kleist Stage  

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
March 20, 2022

“Radium Girls” Illuminates Mainstage Theatre  

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
March 20, 2022

Creative Writing Club Wordsmiths Writes a New Chapter

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
February 13, 2022

“La Casa de Bernarda Alba” Opera Postponed Until Summer

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
January 30, 2022

BW Student Wellness Committee Begins Preparations

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
December 2, 2021

Social Media Brings Together the Baldwin Wallace Community

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
November 12, 2021
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Informing the Berea and Baldwin Wallace University Communities Since 1913
Ursula Saadeh