Each year the current intern at the College's Writing Center supervises the production of the journal and selects a volunteer staff of first years through seniors who participate in all stages of the publishing process. Year One has won several national awards for content and design. Formerly known as the Concert Choir, the Wooster Choral Union is composed of approximately 100 students, faculty, staff, and townspeople who are bound together by their interest in and love of choral singing. The 20-piece Jazz Ensemble performs diverse styles of jazz ranging from early swing to modern jazz and fusion. The Jazz Ensemble s history is distinguished by performances with such artists as Howie Smith, Rich Matteson, Joe Williams, Al Grey, Clark Terry, and Milt Hinton.
Members receive academic credit for participation and membership is by audition.
The Scot Marching Band, an organization of approximately 160 musicians and dancers, plays at all home and some away football games as well as one high school band festival each year. The Scot Symphonic Band, approximately 80 musicians, gives three home concerts each season and also goes on tour during a portion of spring break. The Scot Symphonic Band has performed with distinguished composers and conductors, including Robert Jager, James Curnow, Fisher Tull, John Zdechlik, Karel Husa, Vincent Persichetti, and Myron Welch. The Scot Pipe Band plays with the Marching Band, tours with the Symphonic Band, and makes state-wide appearances. Members of both bands receive academic credit.