On October 25, the Shippensburg University campus community gathered to pay tribute to Ms. Diane L. Jefferson ’76, the late director of the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA). Jefferson, who passed away on June 21, was the inaugural director of the program. Affectionately known as, Ms. Di, she was a first-generation college student and…
Shippensburg University is pleased to announce an increase in enrollment for the fall 2025-2026 academic year. Increases in several key areas follow several years of strategic enrollment stabilization efforts at the institution. Overall headcount increased by 2.6 percent and first-time in college enrollment increased by nearly one percent. The top areas for recruitment were Cumberland,…
The Pennsylvania Small Business Development Center recently announced that the Shippensburg University Small Business and Development Center will expand its services to include Dauphin County beginning in 2026. The SU SBDC currently serves Cumberland, Franklin, Adams, and York counties. The SU SBDC is part of a statewide network of 15 centers which service all 67…
It’s time to anchor up and set sail, Raiders. Shippensburg University has introduced a new athletics logo that provides the department’s 20 NCAA Division II programs a new look that honors the proud tradition of Ship’s Athletics and will carry the department into the future. The university’s current logo was originally commissioned specifically for Ship’s intercollegiate athletic teams.…
Shippensburg, PA: Shippensburg University was awarded a $700,000 grant from US Housing and Urban Development in support of a renovation project to transform Kriner Hall into an entrepreneurial and innovation hub. The grant was awarded with the support of Congressman John Joyce, MD. The former dining hall is set to become the new home of the already established Charles H. Diller…
Dr. Charles E. Patterson, president of Shippensburg University, was named to the 2025 Central Penn Business Journal (CPBJ) Power 100 list. This annual list, compiled by the journal’s editorial staff and leadership team, along with help from readers, features people who shape our communities and influence the quality of life in our region. Those on…
Grant from the Department of Labor & Industry aids program in providing interns with additional professional development and banking career opportunities Commonwealth, Indiana, Kutztown and Shippensburg universities participating A collaboration among universities in Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) and the Pennsylvania Bankers Association (PA Bankers) will double in size this year with additional…
Shippensburg University and Messiah University have entered an exciting new educational partnership that will provide new accelerated program opportunities for Ship students. These include both an accelerated bachelor’s + 2 MSAT and a traditional 4 + 2 enrollment agreement. Shippensburg University students can now complete a Bachelor of Science in exercise science at Ship and…
Shippensburg University launches direct admissions program to provide immediate acceptance and scholarship offers
Lorelee Isbell, associate vice president for Career and Workforce Development, will speak at upcoming PA Chamber Foundation event. Internships are a critical tool for bridging the gap between education and employment in today’s rapidly evolving job market. Learn how your business can leverage internships as a talent development strategy in this free webinar! Join the…