Informing the Berea and Baldwin Wallace University Communities Since 1913

The Exponent
The Center for Global Exploration located in the upper level of the Union.
Faculty-led study abroad programs are on the rise
Hannah Kevitt and Steven Huynh in costume as Claire and Oliver respectively for “Maybe Happy Ending.”
BW Music Theatre alum Steven Huynh debuts in one of Broadway’s newest hit musicals
Protestors from Mobilize the Vote NEO gather in front of Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno’s office in downtown Cleveland.
Concerned citizens demand accountability from Ohio Senator
Red cards located at the OneStop desk in Bonds.
University officials respond to the rescindment of a policy previously barring immigration enforcement from university campuses
Strosacker Hall, home of BW Pride Hive and Student Life Services.
LGBTQ+ services coordinator denied course release for 2025-26 school year
The Center for Global Exploration located in the upper level of the Union.
Faculty-led study abroad programs are on the rise
Red cards located at the OneStop desk in Bonds.
University officials respond to the rescindment of a policy previously barring immigration enforcement from university campuses
Strosacker Hall, home of BW Pride Hive and Student Life Services.
LGBTQ+ services coordinator denied course release for 2025-26 school year
Student body president, Leah Kania, and vice president, Aniya Qualls.
Student body president and vice president seek to “propel BW forward” as the new academic year approaches
Copies of “The Mill” found in Marting Hall from the past three years.
The Mill’ continues long lasting university tradition
Hannah Kevitt and Steven Huynh in costume as Claire and Oliver respectively for “Maybe Happy Ending.”
BW Music Theatre alum Steven Huynh debuts in one of Broadway’s newest hit musicals
Camille Brooks (left) and Shelby Griswold (right) backstage at Playhouse Square in their ensemble costumes.
BWMT alumni shine at Playhouse Square in ‘& Juliet’ national tour
Anthony Kendall repping #40 on the field playing for the Tennessee Titans.
University alum Anthony Kendall signs with Cleveland Browns
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’
Sandstone sign welcoming visitors to Berea.
Berea plans to sell land to Cleveland Browns for community development
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
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
Protestors from Mobilize the Vote NEO gather in front of Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno’s office in downtown Cleveland.
Concerned citizens demand accountability from Ohio Senator
Student body president, Leah Kania, and vice president, Aniya Qualls.
Student body president and vice president seek to “propel BW forward” as the new academic year approaches
A phone showing a screen that many users saw when opening the app on January 19.
TikTok receives 75-day extension as pressure to divest grows
A map of the results from the 2024 Presidential Election.
Students, faculty react to election results
The election watch party flyer.
Election watch party sparks civic discourse
Hannah Kevitt and Steven Huynh in costume as Claire and Oliver respectively for “Maybe Happy Ending.”
BW Music Theatre alum Steven Huynh debuts in one of Broadway’s newest hit musicals
A still from the film "The Sound of Music."
Ten movies to make your home feel like spring
Rachel Zegler as Snow White and Andrew Burnap as Jonathan in Disney's "Snow White."
Review: ‘Snow White’ is NOT the fairest film of them all
(left to right) Jack Black, Jason Momoa and Sebastian Hansen in "A Minecraft Movie."
Review: ‘A Minecraft Movie’ is a fun-filled flop
Copies of “The Mill” found in Marting Hall from the past three years.
‘The Mill’ continues its longstanding legacy this April with exciting release party
BW men's lacrosse team huddles together before a game.
From East to West, diverse men’s lacrosse roster fuels team culture and success
The Yellow Jackets celebrate together after winning the OAC Championship, exemplifying the team’s purpose statement: “Whatever it takes for each other.”
‘We’re not satisfied’: Women’s basketball has record-breaking season, but the job is not finished
Anthony Kendall repping #40 on the field playing for the Tennessee Titans.
University alum Anthony Kendall signs with Cleveland Browns
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
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
The cast of “Three Sisters” rehearse the end of Act 1.

Chekhov’s ‘Three Sisters’ presents intimate look into the longings of nineteenth century Russian family

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
April 15, 2025
The circus performers of “Elephant's Graveyard” perform a scene from the production, which runs April 2-6.

[Photo] BW’s ‘Elephant’s Graveyard’ brings to light the heartbreaking story of Mary the elephant

Bryanna Feagler, Staff Writer
April 3, 2025
Max Carrier and sculpture in the senior art exhibit, which will have its closing reception on March 28.

[Photo] BW Senior Art Exhibition: “A Journey in Pieces” reflects personal growth and artistic expression

Bryanna Feagler, Staff Writer
March 31, 2025
Camille Brooks (left) and Shelby Griswold (right) backstage at Playhouse Square in their ensemble costumes.

BWMT alumni shine at Playhouse Square in ‘& Juliet’ national tour

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
March 24, 2025
(left to right) Kyle Arzaga, Greta Bedell, and Chole Cyr perform a scene from “Appropriate,” which ran on Feb. 28 and Mar. 1 in the Mainstage Theatre.

Staged reading ‘Appropriate’ explores family and legacy in the modern era

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
March 4, 2025
The cast of “Speed Dating Tonight!” rehearse a scene from the opera, which premiered on Feb. 14.

Romance fills the air with Cleveland premiere of ‘Speed Dating Tonight!’

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
February 15, 2025
(left to right) Amaya Mayes, Gabriel Cummings and Moth Teets rehearse a scene from “Skeleton Crew,” which opens on Feb. 12 in the Loomis Acting Studio.

BW Theatre stages first all-Black production ‘Skeleton Crew’

Ursula Saadeh, Staff Writer
February 10, 2025
Book Jackets members stand by the Little Free Library, built by BW Book Jackers and Circle K International, by the rose garden between Marting and Dietsch Halls.

[Photo] Book Jackets and Circle K International build a ‘Little Free Library’ to give students and community members access to more books

Maria Vurbic, Staff Writer
December 9, 2024
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, Managing Editor
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 23, 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