Shippensburg University is proud to announce the 2025 Homecoming Court nominees. Each candidate exemplifies academic excellence, service and honorable character. This year the court will engage in service projects and will raise funds for Big Red’s cupboard.
Here are this year’s nominees:
Riley Kendall (Senior) – Student Admissions Ambassadors
“Over the past four years here at Shippensburg, I am fully convinced I have a second home here. I would love to be able to represent all of my organizations I am involved in and represent the school with the best of my ability. I love this school and I want to represent school spirit in a passionate way. Being a leader has been something I have admired and would love to continue.”
Kelli Link (Senior) – Frederick Douglass Institute (FDI)
“I aspire to promote my organization and to close out my undergraduate journey on a high note by celebrating my experience at Shippensburg! I want to acknowledge my aunt, who is a proud alumna!”
Jayden Pohlman (Senior) – Department of Communications, Journalism and Media (CJM)
“For the past two years, I have known someone who participated in the Homecoming Court, and it has always seemed like a lot of fun! When Allyson Ritchey ran in 2024, it really brought the CJM department together, and I would like to do the same. I am also looking forward to raising money for a philanthropic cause!”
Nathan Garber (Senior) – Shippensburg University Student Government Association (SGA)
“I am looking forward to being a part of the 2025 Homecoming Court because I have lots of Raider Pride! Homecoming is more than just a tradition—it’s a celebration of the spirit, support, and connections that make the campus and surrounding community special.”
Kemi Adetunji (Senior) – African American Organization (AAO) and African Student Association (ASA)
“Being a part of the 2025 Homecoming court allows me the opportunity to celebrate my time at Shippensburg University while highlighting the voices and representing the cultures that have shaped and cultivated my experience here at Ship. I am proud to not only exhibit school pride but also stand firmly as an intersectional representative for students who value diversity, community, and leadership on campus.”
Takara Neely (Junior) – Delta Zeta
It is such an honor to represent both my university and Delta Zeta. Homecoming is all about tradition, school pride and bringing people together, and I want to play a part in making it a memorable experience for everyone. Being on court isn’t just about the title—it’s about being a positive role model, celebrating the spirit of our community and uplifting others. Representing Delta Zeta on court means carrying forward our values of sisterhood, leadership and service. My sisters inspire me every day to grow as a leader, support those around me and live with kindness and purpose. For me, Homecoming Court is about more than just being recognized—it’s about celebrating the connections we share and being a genuine representative of school spirit.”
Cassidy Vangas (Senior) – Latino Student Organization (LSO)
As a proud Hispanic woman, I want to celebrate representation, resilience, and community. I also want to honor Ms. Diane L Jefferson, our beloved former MSA director, whose dedication and support inspired so many of us to embrace our culture and leadership. By running, I hope to carry forward her legacy of inclusion and empowerment, while showing others that our voices and stories belong at the center of campus life.
Theo Campomanes (Senior) – Kappa Sigma
“Shippensburg University has given me so many opportunities and a community that has shaped me into a whole new person within my four years here. I’ve stepped into roles where not only have I seen myself develop, but I have also connected with students through Peer Anchoring, Student Ambassadors, and the Asian American Pacific-Islander Organization (AAPIO) which has made serving my campus feel purposeful and fulfilling. Being on Homecoming Court is a way to shine a light on the students, faculty and the community that have made my journey possible.”
To learn more about Homecoming Weekend, visit here. Look out for further updates on voting for this year’s Homecoming Royalty.
